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The field of cosmetic dentistry has made great strides during the last ten years. With the wide array of techniques now available, it's important you consult with an experienced cosmetic dentist to discuss your treatment plan. This will ensure you are advised on the most appropriate solutions to create your new smile. When you consult a cosmetic dentist, the first step isn't techniques - it's talking. Click here to read more. |
Teeth naturally darken as we age. Discoloration occurs due to exposure to coffee, tea, tobacco, and certain foods. Whitening systems are now available that can remove these discolorations. Results may vary depending on your teeth and types of staining. Your dentist can explain the type of results you can expect from the treatment. Click here to read more. |
The Zoom! In-office Whitening System is a revolutionary tooth whitening procedure. It's safe, effective and fast, very fast. In just over an hour, your teeth will be dramatically whiter. Zoom! Whitening is ideal for anyone looking for immediate results. The convenience of Zoom! in comparison to days of wearing trays and gradual whitening makes it the perfect choice for the busy individual. Click here to read more. |
Composite bonding is a plastic material called resin. The bonding process involves etching the tooth surface with a conditioning solution that allows the bonding material (composite resins) to adhere. To match your own teeth, your dentist carefully blends various color resins so the bonded tooth will look completely natural. After application, your dentist will contour the resin into the proper shape and harden it using a special light or chemical process. Your dentist then smoothes and polishes the bonded tooth so that it appears natural. Click here to read more. |
If you need a filling on a back (posterior) tooth, you may have a choice in the materials used to restore that tooth to better health. A tooth-colored material called composite resin is now being used to repair broken down or decayed teeth. Composite comes in a variety of colors and can be matched to your tooth's color. To restore your tooth with this material, your dentist will first apply a bonding adhesive to the area to be restored. Then, your dentist will place the tooth-colored resin and sculpt it to match the color and shape of the surrounding teeth. Your dentist uses a bonding light to fix the resin in place. Finally, the composite is polished. Click here to read more. |
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Composite fillings may be sensitive to bite and to temperature, especially cold. Sensitivity is usually the most notable 12-24 hours after the anesthetic wears off. Your bite seems fine right now but your sense of touch will be much finer when the anesthetic wears off. If you need us to adjust your bite, please call to schedule a time. It is a very simple procedure and will take only a few minutes. Click here to read more. |
If you feel that your teeth are too short, your smile is too "gummy" or that your gum line is uneven, gum contouring, a simple cosmetic treatment might be just right for you. Click here to read more. |
Enamel shaping is a process of contouring natural teeth to improve their appearance. When teeth become slightly crowded or uneven, or eyeteeth seem too long, enamel shaping may be used to correct this. However, the process cannot solve all problems. (See orthodontics)
Enamel shaping, which is often combined with bonding, is usually quick and painless. No anesthesia is necessary, and the results can be seen immediately. We recommend enamel shaping with caution, however, because enamel cannot be replaced. |
Porcelain veneers are ultra-thin shells of ceramic material bonded to the front teeth. Your dentist can place porcelain veneers to mask discolorations, brighten teeth, and improve a smile. These veneers are highly resistant to permanent staining from coffee, tea or even cigarette smoking. The wafer-thin porcelain veneers can achieve a tenacious bond to the tooth, resulting in an esthetically pleasing naturalness that is unsurpassed by other restorative options. Click here to read more. |
All porcelain crowns maintain a translucency that makes them hard to distinguish from natural teeth. Without the metal, the problem of a dark line at the edge of the gums is eliminated. The new technological breakthrough in the cements and stronger porcelain materials make it possible to create longer lasting crowns. |
Many adults want to change their smiles. Some want to correct problems they have had since childhood (discolored, gapped, or crooked teeth). Others want to fix conditions they've developed over time (cracked or worn-down teeth) to help create a more youthful smile. Click here to read more. |
As an additional convenience to our customers, our practice has an in-house laboratory, staffed with full-time professionals experienced in prosthetics, ceramic restorations, crowns, and bridges. Our dentists work closely with the laboratory staff to achieve the highest quality results possible. Because the lab is onsite, patients can be assured that their crowns, bridges, dentures, partials and aesthetic restorations will be completed promptly. |
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