At Chicago Smile Spa, Dr. Gerilyn Alfe is dedicated to providing her patients with high-quality cosmetic dental bonding. She also wants to show you what your options are, and she would love to help you find the right solution.
 

Your Options For Cosmetic Dental Bonding in Chicago

Dr. Gerilyn Alfe and her team of dental professionals want to provide patients with the most secure and proper method for smile enhancement. This is why Dr. Alfe offers cosmetic bonding and porcelain veneers for her patients.

Both of these procedures are similar, but they have their strengths and weaknesses. Therefore Dr. Alfe wishes to illuminate your options when it comes to cosmetic bonding.
 

What is Cosmetic Bonding?

Cosmetic bonding is a procedure where a composite plastic resin is used to fix certain parts of your teeth. Cosmetic bonding is ideal for persons who have the following conditions:

• Minor chips in their teeth
• Minor cracks in their teeth
• Gaps between their teeth

Cosmetic bonding is especially beneficial because it is a one-visit procedure. This means that you can be in and out of the office with some of the finest cosmetic bonding Chicago has to offer.
 

Are There Any Drawbacks to Cosmetic Bonding?

Despite the benefits of cosmetic bonding, there are some slight drawbacks. These drawbacks stem from the fact that cosmetic bonds are made of plastic. The drawbacks to cosmetic bonding include the fact that bonding is susceptible to:

• Staining
• Chips
• Cracks
• Wear

Therefore, cosmetic bonding may be a great solution to your cracks, chips, and gaps, but it is not the only option.

Porcelain Veneers: Another Option

If you have chips, gaps, or cracks that are more severe, a better option may be porcelain veneers.

Unlike porous, plastic bonds, dental veneers are made of a durable, thin porcelain that is as thin as a contact lens, yet as strong as natural tooth enamel.

These porcelain coverings can fix your gaps, chips, cracks, and stains in just 2 to 3 office visits, and they last between 10 to 20 years.

Depending on your situation, your Chicago cosmetic dentist may advise you to get porcelain veneers as opposed to cosmetic bonds.
 

Finding the Right Solution at Chicago Smile Spa

Dr. Gerilyn Alfe at Chicago Smile Spa would be happy to help you remedy your smile problems. She offers some of the best cosmetic dental bonding in Chicago, but she would be more than willing to help you find a better option.

She is highly-trained in the application of porcelain veneers, and she will be able to assess your needs and help you decide which procedure is right for you.

If you are interested in cosmetic dental bonding or porcelain veneers in Chicago, allow Dr. Alfe to help you. Call Chicago Smile Spa today for a complimentary consultation at 773-348-2704.

At Chicago Smile Spa, we understand the agonizing pain associated with chronic migraine headaches. That’s why we provide our patients with some of the best migraine headache treatment Chicago has to offer.

In order to effectively overcome your migraine headaches, you should understand the causes of migraine and TMJ headaches, and the different treatment options available to persons with chronic migraines and TMJ headaches.

TMJ and Migraine Headaches: The Root of the Problem

There are several different causes of migraine and TMJ headaches. In order to get effective treatment for these terrible ailments, it is important to understand why they happen.

Our Chicago chronic migraine treatment dentists want to show you the causes of these crippling headaches, and also give you the solutions you need to get rid of migraines!

The Low-Down on Migraine/TMJ Headaches

Migraine headaches, or TMJ headaches stem from several factors. These include:

• Over-active chewing muscles
• Spastic chewing muscles

One of the major chewing muscles, the temporalis, covers your entire head like a skull-cap. The second largest muscle, the masseter, connects your upper and lower jaws, and sits under your cheeks.

Because chewing affects all aspects of your head, spasms and over-activity of these chewing muscles cause soreness and stress on your head, giving you debilitating TMJ headaches.

Much of this over-activity and many of these spasms occur overnight. One of the ways to detect if you’re having these spasms is whether you wake up with a sore jaw or sore teeth.

Other symptoms include:

• Pain behind the eyes
• Pain in front of the ears
• Chronic sinus pain
• Painful swallowing

There are other factors that can exacerbate your TMJ headaches. These include:

• Stress
• Orthodontic treatment
• Removal of wisdom teeth
• An under-bite
• A cross-bite
• An over-bite

If you have any of these symptoms, you may have TMJ headaches. If so, you need a Chicago TMJ dentist who can provide you with complete relief. However, there are several problems associated with common chronic headache treatment.

The Problems With Standard Migraine Headache Treatment

One of the biggest problems with chronic headache treatments is over-diagnosis. The fact of the matter is that many doctors will not be able to detect the true cause of your migraine headaches, and overload your body with useless medication.

• Many migraine headache procedures can be ineffective, and migraine surgery should only be undertaken if you are absolutely sure of the cause of the problem.
• The fact is that migraine headaches caused by TMJ are often overlooked, and your doctor may misdiagnose your migraine headaches.

If you’ve been diagnosed with migraine headaches but you’re not experiencing relief, you should see a Chicago TMJ dentist.

Migraine Relief That Actually Works!

If you have chronic migraine headaches that just won’t go away, you need a provider of migraine headache treatment Chicago can trust– you need Dr. Gerilyn Alfe at Chicago Smile Spa.

Our Chicago dentist will be able to successfully diagnose the cause of your migraine headaches, and provide you with TMJ headache relief that works.

TMJ Headache Treatments from Chicago Smile Spa

Chicago Smile Spa can provide you with TMJ headache treatment that doesn’t require surgery. If you have TMJ migraines, there are fairly simple ways for you to get the relief you deserve.

Dr. Alfe will diagnose your headaches with a TekScan. A TekScan evaluation includes a full head and neck exam, coupled with the evaluation of your medical and dental history. Based on this evaluation, Dr. Alfe can find the best headache treatment option for you.

Dr. Gerilyn Alfe at Chicago Smile Spa offers a variety of options for TMJ treatment. These include:

• NTI-TSS Mouthguard
• Aqualizer Mouthguard
• TENs Therapy
• Bite Reconstruction
• Botox Treatment

Additionally, Dr. Alfe can use a combination of these therapies in order to break the cycle of clenching and grinding, providing you with the relief you need for your migraine agony.

Top-Notch Chicago Headache Treatment at Chicago Smile Spa

For some of the highest quality TMJ migraine treatment Chicago has to offer, choose Chicago Smile Spa. Regardless of what your migraine headache needs may be, Dr. Alfe will find the best solution for you.

For a complimentary consultation with our Chicago TMJ treatment dentist, and to learn about how to get real migraine headache relief, call Chicago Smile Spa today at 773-348-2704.

Straighten your teeth with Invisalign® clear braces

Invisalign® clear braces in Chicago are bound to create the flawless, breathtaking smile you crave. Invisalign is also one of the leading providers of clear braces in the country.

• This effective teeth-straightening system utilizes a series of clear aligners throughout a period of 1-2 years, depending on the severity of your case (i.e. how crooked your teeth are and the extent of your bite complexities).
• Best of all, Invisalign® adult clear braces can be used by adults and teenagers to fix your crooked teeth!

Choose ClearCorrect® for a flawless smile

If Dr. Alfe determines that you are a good candidate for ClearCorrect®, you can look forward to straightening your crooked teeth without the need for wires and braces (like Invisalign® offers, too). ClearCorrect® allows your teeth to shift into a straighter position over a designated treatment period, which depends on how crooked your teeth are at the time you start treatment.

Six Month Smiles™ to fix your smile flaws

The third adult orthodontics treatment Dr. Alfe offers is Six Month Smiles™. Many of her patients absolutely love this method because:

• The typical treatment period for patients falls between 4-9 months.
• You usually will not experience much pain during your treatment.
• The cost of Six Month Smiles™ is typically less when compared to traditional metal and wire braces.
• The system utilizes tooth-colored wires that are small and virtually undetectable.

With Six Month Smiles™, we typically focus on straightening the teeth that appear the most when you smile. That way, you are able to have straighter teeth in an average of 6 months! Now who can ever resist those results?

Choose Six Month Smiles™ from our certified clinic instructor!

That’s right—Dr. Alfe was recently chosen to be a certified clinic instructor by the makers of Six Month Smiles™!

• That means you can receive exceptional cosmetic dentistry in Chicago from Dr. Alfe who is highly trained and skilled to deliver the most cutting-edge, advanced methods for the Six Month Smiles™ program.
• Furthermore, since Dr. Alfe is an instructor, she takes advantage of the opportunity to teach dentists from around the country in seminars to equip them with pertinent knowledge and skills to deliver Six Month Smiles™ in their own dental offices!
• Dr. Alfe teaches dentists about good case selection for Six Month Smiles™, effective treatment planning, clear communication skills, and technical hands-on training.
• Her status as a Six Month Smiles™ instructor exemplifies that she is qualified to create the smile of your dreams within her relaxing dental office at Chicago Smile Spa.

In addition to Dr. Alfe’s role as a Six Month Smiles™ instructor, she completed a 2 ½ year post-graduate training program at the United States Dental Institute (USDI). This is where Dr. Alfe completed advanced training in traditional and functional orthodontics.

With the combination of this advanced training and the instructor role she holds, you can be confident that you and your family will receive unparalleled dental care within a relaxing, spa-like dental office.

Schedule your consultation appointment today!

If you are interested in straightening your teeth with our adult orthodontics options in Chicago (Six Month Smiles™, Invisalign®, or ClearCorrect®), we encourage you to schedule your consultation with Dr. Alfe. We proudly offer 0% financing for qualified patients and a complimentary consultation so that you and your family can receive the smile of your dreams sooner rather than later! So be sure to call Chicago Smile Spa today.

Dr. Alfe has created an environment that is both comfortable and welcoming. Chicago Smile Spa is not called a spa for nothing! Dr. Alfe offers unprecedented patient dedication, and makes every possible effort to make her clients both comfortable and happy.

Not only do we have a welcoming practice, but it is also the place for high-quality preventive & cosmetic dentistry.

Dr. Alfe offers an incredible variety of dental services, both preventive and cosmetic, so you can rest assured that she can meet all of your dental needs.

Dentistry at Chicago Smile Spa

Dr. Gerilyn Alfe is an eclectic practitioner of dentistry. Dr. Alfe offers both preventive dentistry and cosmetic dentistry, and her dental services are some of the top in the city.

Effective General Dentistry

First and foremost, Dr. Alfe is dedicated to keeping your smile healthy. That’s why she offers comprehensive preventive dentistry that can keep your smile bright and beautiful. Her preventive dentistry services include:

• Cleanings
• Bad breath treatments
• Ozone treatments
• VELscope oral oancer screenings
• Laser gum treatments

If you’re worried about your dental health, Dr. Gerilyn Alfe is here to put your fears at ease.

Cosmetic Dentistry at our office

Not only is Dr. Alfe a top-notch preventive dentist, she also practices top-notch Chicago cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Alfe is dedicated to improving the aesthetic qualities of your smile, and she knows that your smile directly correlates to your sense of self-confidence. Some of the many cosmetic procedures Dr. Alfe offers include:

• Orthodontics and Invisalign
• Porcelain crowns
• Bridges
• Dentures
• Porcelain veneers
• Teeth whitening

Thus, you can see that Dr. Alfe can remedy even the most severe smile problems, and if you need extensive cosmetic dental work, Dr. Alfe also offers extreme smile makeovers.

Porcelain veneers are one of Dr. Alfe’s cornerstone services. In fact, she is one of the premier porcelain veneers providers in Chicago. She even has her very own set of dental veneers, and often remarks that getting veneers was one of the best decisions she ever made!

Your Downtown Chicago Dentists

If you’re interested in improving your smile with cosmetic dentistry, choose Dr. Gerilyn Alfe. Whether you live uptown, midtown, or downtown, Dr. Alfe is here to improve your smile.

Remember, we are a practice that thrives on making patients feel at home. Dr. Alfe hopes to become your go-to cosmetic & general dentist, and she hopes that you will be able to call Chicago Smile Spa your home for all of your dental needs.

If you’re ready to experience some of the top dentistry downtown Chicago has to offer, choose Dr. Gerilyn Alfe. For a complimentary consultation about any of the dental services offered at our office, call Chicago Smile Spa today at 773-348-2704.

• It is very important to get superb treatment right away before your sleep apnea causes more significant health problems.
• Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder in which it must be diagnosed and treated right away. So if you or a family suspect any sleep apnea symptoms, you should seek expert treatment right away.
• With safe and effective treatment, you and your family can look forward to restful, peaceful night’s sleep. Now who can ever refuse that?

Why is a sleep study important?

To determine if you have sleep apnea, it is highly recommended to first get a sleep study. Getting a sleep study done, the sleep study specialist will be able to study your test results to determine whether or not sleep apnea exists. The sleep study is critical for accurate diagnosis of sleep disorders, and should be conducted shortly after you suspect any sleep disorder signs.

If sleep apnea exists, our Chicago sleep apnea dentist will be able to provide various treatments so that you can rest better throughout the night, and finally get a full night’s rest! Now that sounds amazing, right?

Choose Dr. Alfe as your sleep apnea doctor!

Rest assured, Dr. Alfe has been treating sleep apnea for several years, giving her patients significant relief from interrupted night’s sleep. Her sleep apnea patients consistently thank her for providing safe and effective treatment for sleep disorders.

• Not only do we offer several treatment options here at our office, but Dr. Alfe has also formed professional relationships with several sleep disorder specialists in the area.
• That way, you can feel extra confident that you will be getting superb, effective treatment so you can sleep the night away!

Sleep apnea treatment options

When you choose Dr. Alfe, she can determine which treatment option is the best for your situation. You have the opportunity to choose from sleep apnea mouthguards and a few types of breathing apparatus to help you breathe at your normal sleep patterns throughout the night. You can learn more about the products we offer by checking out our website, or by calling us to schedule your no-obligation consultation appointment where you will have the opportunity to ask Dr. Alfe any questions you may have.

Come see Dr. Alfe for sleep apnea relief!

If you or a family member are searching for sleep apnea doctors in Chicago, look no further than Dr. Alfe! Call us today to schedule your consultation appointment in order to determine if you can benefit from our sleep apnea treatment options. Then you can look forward to a restful, uninterrupted night’s sleep.

• Years ago, traditional metal and wire braces were the only option that patients had to straighten their teeth.
• Thankfully, with several major advancements in cosmetic dentistry, cosmetic dentists can now offer Invisalign clear aligners to patients who are unhappy with their crooked, misaligned teeth.

Our cosmetic dentist, Dr. Alfe, has the experience and skills to create your beautiful, dream smile with the use of Invisalign. All you have to do is make sure that you are a suitable candidate for Invisalign by coming to our office for your no-obligation consultation. When you come in, you will see and understand the passion that Dr. Alfe has for creating beautiful, healthy smiles. Invisalign is just one more cosmetic dentistry tool that allows her to create gorgeous, healthy smiles.

How do adults and teenagers straighten their teeth?

• One attractive aspect and advantage of the clear braces is the fact that Invisalign is for adults, as well as teenagers. That’s right!
• Invisalign is perfect for adults who want to straighten their teeth using nearly-invisible clear aligners.
• This is due to the simple fact of the aligners having an almost invisible appearance when you wear them.

Furthermore, if your teenage son or daughter wants to straighten his or her teeth, but doesn’t want traditional orthodontic braces, you may be able to opt for Invisalign. If Invisalign is right for your son or daughter, he or she will not be made fun of at school with names like “brace face!” Instead, other kids at school will want Invisalign, too, like your son or daughter, instead of any other types of clear braces!

What do I do if I’m afraid of dentists?

Well, you don’t have to worry about fearing the dentist, or having high dental anxiety. The Invisalign procedure is fairly pain-free and quick.

• However, if you would like to experience a relaxed, anxiety-free dental appointment to get Invisalign, you can choose sedation dentistry at our office.
• Many patients take advantage of sedation in order to have a stress-free appointment, and you can, too!

Schedule your consultation today with our cosmetic dentist!

If you are interested in learning more about adult braces in Chicago, or if you would like to get them as soon as possible, just call Dr. Alfe today to schedule your consultation. You will soon be on your way to discovering all of the amazing benefits of Invisalign! There’s no better time than now to straighten your teeth with invisible clear aligners.

Bonded fillings

Do you have gold or silver fillings in your mouth that you’ve had since you were a kid? If so, it may be a wise decision to have your old fillings replaced with bonded fillings. This decision would give you much more aesthetically-pleasing teeth. Most of all, when you choose bonded fillings, others won’t even notice you have fillings because they are tooth-colored! Bonded fillings allow Dr. Alfe to fix your cavities with a conservative approach in a quick, nearly painless, in-office visit.

One-visit dental crowns

At our dental office, Dr. Alfe chooses to utilize the most innovative, cutting-edge dental technology on the market. As such, she is able to offer E4D one-visit porcelain crowns and onlays to all patients during a 1 ½ to 2-hour dental appointment. With this technology, patients experience a comfortable, durable solution than traditional dental crowns. Furthermore, with E4D crowns, patients will not experience the hassle that comes with traditional crowns, such as loose temporary crowns, numerous dental visits, or messy impressions.

Dentures

When you choose Dr. Alfe as your Chicago dentist, you will have the choice between partial and implant dentures. Using her extensive amount of experience and skills, Dr. Alfe will determine which type of denture will be best for you. Furthermore, Dr. Alfe will recommend which type of material will be best for your removable partial dentures: Valplast® or Flexite. There’s no doubt that you can look forward to an attractive-looking, comfortable, and fully-functioning set of dentures!

Bridges

If you have a missing tooth or several missing teeth, you might be a candidate for our all-porcelain bridge. To give you top-notch, award-winning results, we insist on only using the most durable cement and bonding materials available on the market. This will ensure that your all-porcelain or metal-based bridge will stay in place, increasing its functionality and comfortability. For maximum aesthetics, Dr. Alfe may recommend a zirconium-based or an eMax porcelain bridge.

Experience Chicago dentistry at its finest

• For affordable, award-winning dentistry services, choose Dr. Alfe to solve your dental problems.
• We have exceptional 0% patient financing options for qualified patients so that you can enjoy a beautiful, healthy smile in no time.
• If you qualify for our pain-free dentistry treatments, you can soon experience what your dream smile can do for your life!

Schedule your consultation with Dr. Alfe

Now that you learned about four of the many pain-free dentistry services, you no longer have to wonder whether or not dentistry is painful! If you would like to learn more about the treatment options available to you, Dr. Alfe invites you to schedule your consultation appointment for a thorough examination of your teeth and gums. She will help you determine which dentistry options are the best to create your dream smile!

How prevalent is TMJ?

Did you know that approximately 35% of Americans suffer from TMJ symptoms, including migraines, headaches, and head and neck problems? It is also known that approximately four times as many women incur TMJ symptoms when compared to men. Well, you will be happy to know that TMJ treatment by our dentist, Dr. Alfe, can reverse these symptoms, as well as provide relief from your painful, annoying symptoms.

What is TMJ and what are the symptoms?

TMJ (temporomandibular joint) is a type of jaw joint dysfunction that causes several painful symptoms if not taken care of right away. In order to correctly and accurately diagnose TMJ, you must choose a dentist with the proper training and certification, as Dr. Alfe has. She is trained to determine if TMJ exists, and if TMJ is the cause of your migraine headaches.

Actually, some patients go to the dentist or doctor for the following TMJ complaints:

• Blurry vision in which their doctor or optamologist recommended glasses and other cures, but haven’t solved the problems.
• Frequent sore throat symptoms and issues with swallowing in which antibiotics or other medications have not helped.
• Consistent and painful ringing of the ears that last for many months or even years in which the ENT doctor cannot find anything wrong, or any cures.
• Diagnosis of GERD, along with experiencing frequent migraines and headaches.
• Pain around the ears, which sometimes radiates towards the neck region and causes popping sounds in the TMJ joint (near your ear).
• Painful and annoying migraines for over 10 years with no medications or cures that work.
• Patients who grind or clench their teeth (also known as bruxism) also tend to get headaches and migraines, similar to TMJ symptoms.

Choosing Dr. Alfe

Patients who choose Dr. Alfe to get evaluated for their symptoms, like the ones previously mentioned, are extremely happy with her TMJ treatment. You will be happy to know that TMJ is definitely curable. Therefore, proper comprehensive treatment and therapy is needed in order for patients to feel fully relieved from TMJ problems.

Ready to get relief for your migraines or headaches?

If you or a loved one have been suffering from the previous symptoms, come see Dr. Alfe today. She is trained to determine whether or not TMJ causes migraine headaches in your specific situation. If TMJ treatment exists, you will receive incredible treatment so that you can finally get relief from your headaches and migraines! Just remember, there’s no reason why you have to live day in and day out with painful TMJ symptoms, especially when you have exceptional dentists like Dr. Alfe to treat your symptoms!

Choosing the best of the best!

At our dental office, we have the extensive training and experience that you and your family can trust. As a matter of fact, our philosophies and goals contain several of the reasons why choosing our family dentistry practice is a smart choice, including:

• Top-notch dental care is our prerogative here at our office; all you have to do is schedule your consultation appointment to get started on the road to a healthy, beautiful smile.
• When it comes to dental care and overall healthcare, we know and understand that you want the best care for you and your family, and rightly so! That is why we make it our business and passion to give you unparalleled cosmetic and general dentistry services.
• In fact, several of our patients continuously rave at how gorgeous their brand new smiles are. We want you to feel the same way, too!
• We believe that you and your family deserve a healthy and beautiful smile, and those are the exact results we strive to give each and every one of our patients.
• Our state-of-the-art dental office enables us to give you exceptional results through utilization of technologically-advanced dental equipment, and the finest of dental materials.

Cosmetic and general dentistry services to suit your dental needs

At our office, we proudly offer a wide range of dental services, including:

• Preventive dentistry services include: cleanings, laser gum treatments, VELscope oral cancer screening, ozone treatments, DIAGNOdent, bad breath treatments, dry mouth treatments, oral DNA testing
• Cosmetic dentistry services include: porcelain veneers, orthodontics, teeth whitening, Snap-on smile, cosmetic bonding, extreme smile makeovers
• Pain management services include: sedation dentistry, sleep apnea, TMJ and headache relief, OraVerse
• Conservative restorative dentistry services include: bonded fillings, one-visit crowns, dentures, crowns and bridges
• Technology includes: JVA, TekScan, sterilization center, digital x-rays, Isolite

You can find out additional information and details about our services and dental technology by visiting our website and dental blog. Also, feel free to call our office at any time to ask us questions, or to schedule your next dentist appointment with Dr. Alfe. So whether you need teeth whitening to banish the unsightly stains on your teeth, or you need TMJ and headache relief, Dr. Alfe has you and your family’s dentistry services all underneath one roof!

Call for your consultation today

So if you or your family members are ready to experience a relaxed, comfortable dental appointment, just call us today. Dr. Alfe is more than ready to create your dream smile using the latest technology and cutting-edge dental services at her family dentistry practice. All you have to do is call our office today to schedule your consultation appointment. Once we decide which dentistry services will suit your dental needs, you will be well on your way to enjoying a healthy, beautiful smile for many years to come!

Dr. Gerilyn Alfe is among Chicago’s top general dentists for a variety of reasons. Chief among these being the fact that she is a comprehensive dentist who practices a variety of dental fields ranging from preventive dentistry to cosmetic dentistry.

She dedicates herself whole-heartedly to each of these dental services, and provides her patients with a comfortable and caring environment. Her dental specialties include:

• Preventive Dentistry
• Cosmetic Dentistry
• Restorative Dentistry

Preventive Dentistry at Chicago Smile Spa

Dr. Alfe’s preventive dental services include:

• Cleanings
• Laser gum treatments
• Oral cancer screenings

Cosmetic Dentistry at Chicago Smile Spa

Dr. Gerilyn Alfe is by far one of the top Chicago cosmetic dentists because she offers a wide variety of procedures that can change your life through an improved smile!

Dr. Alfe’s cosmetic dentistry specialties include:

• Orthodontics
• Dental veneers
• Teeth whitening
• Cosmetic bonding
• Extreme smile makeovers

Restorative Dentistry at Chicago Smile Spa

In addition to cosmetic dentistry and preventive dentistry, Dr. Alfe can also provide solutions for persons who have experienced significant dental trauma. If you have missing teeth or decayed teeth, Dr. Alfe can transform your smile using the following techniques:

• Bonded fillings
• One-visit crowns
• Dentures
• Crowns and bridges

Top General Dentistry at Chicago Smile Spa

Clearly, Dr. Alfe offers a wide range of dental services for her clients. All of these services combined, makes her one of Chicago’s premier general dentists. Not only does she offer such a variety of services, she also provides her patients with a comfortable and caring environment, ensuring that they will leave their dental appointments relaxed and satisfied.

If you’re looking for a high-quality Chicago general dentist, call Dr. Gerilyn Alfe at Chicago Smile Spa today for a complimentary consultation at 773-348-2704.