Cosmetic Family Dentistry: Enhancing Your Smile with Advanced Treatments
Teeth whitening is an in-office procedure that dramatically improves the whiteness of teeth. This whitening treatment uses high quality bleaching products that gently lift and lighten discolored teeth.
The whitening process can lighten tooth color by two to six shades. However, the effect will vary by individual. Your dentist will evaluate the shade of your teeth and provide specific expectations prior to beginning treatment.
Tooth discoloration and staining can be classified into two broad categories: extrinsic stains and intrinsic staining. The former are stains that affect the surface of the tooth, including those from food and beverages such as coffee, tea, wine and deeply colored juices. Extrinsic staining is more responsive to whitening than intrinsic staining. This whitening procedure can make your smile look brighter and healthier.
Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are wafer-thin, custom-made shells that cover the front of your teeth to change their shape, size, or color. They can close small gaps, make crooked teeth look straighter, and hide discoloration. They are available in porcelain and resin composite materials.
Veneers are less invasive than crowns and usually require no anesthesia. However, they do remove some of the tooth’s enamel. Because of this, veneers are not reversible.
To ensure they last, you’ll need to care for your teeth as you would normally. That means brushing and flossing regularly, and seeing your dentist for regular cleanings and checkups. You may also need to avoid certain foods and drinks that can stain them. The good news is that these veneers resist stains much more than natural teeth do.
Dental Implants
Dental implants are a permanent solution to missing teeth. The procedure begins with a comprehensive dental exam, including the taking of X-rays and 3D images, and the making of models of your teeth and jaw. This process ensures that the implant fits seamlessly into your existing mouth and jaw, and it also makes sure you are healthy enough to undergo the surgical procedure. After the implant is placed, you should brush twice a day and floss once daily, and see your dentist regularly to prevent gum disease or infections that could damage the implant. It is also important to call your doctor immediately if you experience pain or discomfort that does not improve.
Smile Makeovers
A smile makeover is a combination of cosmetic family dentistry calera al and restorative dental procedures that are tailored to each individual patient’s needs. It can address a variety of cosmetic concerns, including crooked teeth, chipped teeth, missing or discolored teeth and a gummy smile. A smile makeover can be achieved with a range of treatments, including composite bonding, tooth-colored fillings, Lumineers, veneers, dental crowns and dental implants.
A smile makeover starts with a complete evaluation of your teeth, gums, and underlying oral structure. We will also evaluate your bite (occlusion) to ensure that there are no underlying health problems that should be addressed before proceeding with a cosmetic family dentistry calera al treatment. We will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that will result in your ideal smile.
