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Do you hate your smile? Are you embarrassed in photographs? The happiest patients we have are those who have decided to improve their smiles. We know that many people hate their teeth, but are completely unaware how we might give them a new, beautiful smile. We use a combination of porcelain veneers, crowns, teeth whitening, orthodontics, and laser gum recontouring and the results are incredible! Come in and we will give you an idea of what is possible.
Our Goal
The goal of cosmetic dentistry is to transform an average smile into a terrific smile! To accomplish this goal, we analyze every aspect of your smile and then correct the problem. We can repair chipped or broken teeth. We can replace silver ...A veneer is a thin shell of porcelain or plastic that is bonded to a tooth to improve its color and shape. A veneer generally covers only the front and top of a tooth. Veneers can be used to close spaces between teeth.
Bonding
With bonding, we can close spaces between teeth, lengthen small or misshapen teeth, or whiten stained or dark teeth. We can shape and color a single tooth, or improve your entire smile. When teeth are chipped or beginning to wear, bonding can done.
Home Whitening
Over time, your teeth darken as minerals penetrate their outer enamel layer. This darkening can be caused by foods and beverages that stain, such as coffee, colas, tea, red wine or berries. Tobacco products, like cigarettes, cigars and chewing gum may stain your teeth.
White Fillings
Until recently, silver amalgam was the material most often used to restore decayed portions of your teeth, especially back teeth. Unfortunately, silver fillings can really darken a smile, and amalgam, by its very nature, can cause damage to your teeth.
A tooth-colored crown may be made of both porcelain and metal, or, thanks to newly available technology, it may be made entirely of porcelain. Recent breakthroughs in adhesives, combined with the development of stronger porcelain materials, ...
Bridges
A tooth-colored bridge may be made of both porcelain and metal, or, thanks to newly available technology, it may be made entirely of porcelain. Recent breakthroughs in adhesives, combined with the development of stronger porcelain materials.
It used to be that we primarily used silver amalgam to restore damaged or decayed portions of your teeth. Unfortunately, amalgam fillings can be unsightly, and in the long run, they are usually not the best, most cost-effective solution.
Amalgams Problems
Thanks to the development of new, stronger tooth-colored restorative materials, silver amalgam fillings are often not the best choice for longterm dental health, functionality and appearance. Amalgam fillings can expand with age and have cracks.
Procedures
An indirect resin is a custom-crafted, white-plastic restoration that is bonded in place to restore a damaged tooth. The bonding technique allows the tooth to be restored to nearly its original strength because the bonding process adds strength to the enamel.
Post-Op Instructions
When your bite is altered, or the position of your teeth is changed, it will feel different for a few days. It takes several days for your brain to recognize and adjust to the new conditions in your mouth. If you detect any high spots please give our office a call.
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