Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic procedures to alleviate problems with the teeth and gums have a wide variety of options. Today it is easier than ever to improve a mouth and smile. Cosmetic dentistry can straighten, whiten and reconstruct teeth to give a natural looking, near perfect smile, which few have naturally. This is done by bleaching, repairing, reshaping, implants and filling cavities with tooth colored materials.
Dental bonding refers to the procedure that repairs broken, chipped teeth with a thin coating of a plastic material that resembles the color of regular tooth enamel. It works well for cracks, or breaks in the teeth, and can be reshaped by the dentist for a natural look.
Teeth whitening is the most common cosmetic dental procedure. It is used to brighten discoloration of the tooth enamel. Teeth that are stained from food, drink, smoking or poor oral hygiene can be bleached to lighten and whiten, enhancing the appearance of the smile. Several whitening programs are available such as Zoom whitening, Brite Smile or laser teeth whitening.
Porcelain Veneers are a laminate material bonded to the surface of a tooth to repair cracks, chips, gaps, or tooth discoloration.
Dental implants replace the original tooth with an artificial one due to loss from poor oral hygiene, disease or trauma. Dental implants are surgically screwed into the jaw bone as an anchor for a false tooth. They are becoming increasingly popular as a means to replace some dental bridges and partial dentures. The implants help to fill out the face, and enhance a smile for a more youthful appearance.
Gum Surgery, sometimes called gum sculpting, is the procedure of lengthening teeth by removing excess tissue of the gums. It can correct deformities or gum problems and makes the gums appear less visible when a person smiles.
Consult your cosmetic dentist to decide which procedure will assist you with your best smile.
|
