Cosmetic Dentistry
Your health is your dentist’s number one priority; however, your dental team also wants you to feel confident that your smile looks its best.
If you’re unhappy with the appearance of your teeth, you should know that modern cosmetic dentistry offers a solution for almost any flaw. Discuss your cosmetic goals with your dentist so that we can design a comprehensive treatment plan just for you!
Teeth Whitening
Whitening your teeth is one of the simplest and most cost-effective improvements you can make. Drugstore whitening kits may be easy to find and cheap, but nothing beats a professional whitening service.
Staining can occur for many reasons, including smoking or tobacco use. Your teeth can also become stained by regularly eating certain foods and beverages. Plus, teeth naturally start to darken as you age.
Luckily, visiting our office for a professional whitening treatment can reverse the effects of tooth staining and give you back your dazzling smile. Brilliant, white teeth will make you look healthier and more youthful.
There are many over-the-counter whitening treatments readily available for purchase; however, professional whitening is generally safer and more effective. Applicator trays in over-the-counter kits are intended to be “one size fits all,” which can result in them fitting uncomfortably in your mouth since they aren’t designed specifically for your teeth. Whitening gels included with this type of product can sometimes be too abrasive or can leak because of ill-fitting trays, leading to gum and other soft tissue irritation.
For these reasons, you may want to choose professional whitening instead. The whitening service provided by your dentist may consist of two phases – an in-office whitening session and a customized at-home kit and care plan.
In-Office Whitening
Your dentist will choose whitening gel in the appropriate strength for your case while accounting for factors like your level of sensitivity and your whitening goals. This gel is typically applied using custom-made applicator trays for maximum comfort and also to protect the tissues in your mouth from becoming irritated by the whitening gel. Teeth can be lightened dramatically in only one session.
At-Home Whitening
If you prefer to whiten your teeth at your convenience, your dentist may provide you with a custom at-home whitening kit. Your applicator trays will be made just for you, and the strength of the whitening gel will be chosen to meet your needs. You will be given specific instructions for using it safely.
Porcelain Veneers
When you see a movie star with perfect teeth, there’s a good chance that veneers were used to craft that smile!
A veneer is a thin piece of porcelain or composite resin that is bonded to the front of your tooth. Veneers can be used to correct cosmetic problems by improving the color, shape, length, or size of a tooth. You can get one veneer or multiple, depending on your cosmetic goals.
Porcelain veneers can really transform your smile! They are durable and look great – just like natural teeth, only better.
Our patients love the way veneers improve their appearance.
Porcelain veneers do not require a lot of preparation, and they can be placed in just two or three visits to the dentist. If you're in need of a smile makeover, porcelain veneers may be just the solution you’re looking for.
What Makes Porcelain Veneers Special?
Porcelain is a strong, slightly translucent material that closely resembles the appearance of your natural tooth enamel. Veneers look so natural, in fact, that people won’t notice you’ve had any work done – they will just notice your beautiful smile!
Since veneers have a smooth, glass-like finish, they are also resistant to staining and attracting bacteria that can harm your teeth.
What Problems Can Porcelain Veneers Fix?
One of the great things about porcelain veneers is that they are so versatile. They are an excellent choice for correcting cosmetic dental flaws.
Veneers look completely natural and can fix a number of problems, including:
- Changing the shape of uneven teeth
- Covering chips and cracks in teeth
- Concealing gaps between your teeth
- Correcting the appearance of slightly misaligned teeth
How Are Porcelain Veneers Applied?
Before we proceed with any treatment, it’s important for you to have a dental exam. We need to make sure your teeth are healthy so we can decide if porcelain veneers are the best choice for you. We will discuss your expectations so that we can make sure you get exactly the results you desire.
Once we decide that porcelain veneers are right for you, we start by removing a very small bit of tooth enamel so the veneers will fit your teeth perfectly. Then we take x-rays and impressions and help you choose the right shade for your finished veneers. The impressions are sent to a dental lab where your veneers are custom made according to our exact specifications.
When your veneers are finished, you can return to our office and we will bond the veneers securely to the front surface of your teeth. Once they are in place, we polish and shape them to perfection. With regular dental visits and proper care, your veneers will keep your smile beautiful for many years.
Contact Our Office for More Information
We would love to hear from you so we can answer all your questions about porcelain veneers. Please contact our office for more information.
Cosmetic Fillings
If you need a filling, there are two main materials that can be used to do the job – amalgam or composite resin. Both are safe to use and effective.
The difference is the cosmetic result.
Amalgam is a traditional metal filling that looks like a very visible silver or gray spot against the white of your tooth. Composite resin fillings, in comparison, can be created to exactly match the shade of your natural tooth.
Composite resin can also be used in a process called bonding. Your dentist will apply the material in a putty-like state to the surface of your tooth to give it the perfect shape. The material hardens, and then your dentist trims and polishes it further to achieve a flawless appearance.
Schedule a Consultation Today!
Your first step toward the perfect smile is contacting our office to schedule a consultation. Your dentist will listen to your concerns and design a personal treatment plan!
