Cosmetic Dentistry
Teeth Whitening
Years ago, the only way to bleach teeth was in the dental office. Today, when it
comes to a whiter, brighter smile, you have a variety of options. You can use over-the-counter
(OTC) whitening toothpastes and bleaching systems. However, they may whiten your
teeth, but it will take much longer that a professional system.
Read More About Teeth Whitening
Bonding
Bonding is a term that is usually used to describe repairing imperfections on front
teeth. Minor chips on single teeth and gaps between the teeth are the most common
reasons bonding is used (larger fractures and misaligned teeth are usually corrected
with porcelain veneers). The material applied is similar to what is used for white
(composite) fillings. The bonding material is matched to the shade of your teeth
and we shape this material to the desired results. Most of the time this is completed
in one visit, many times without the need for anesthesia.
Porcelain Veneers: A Makeover for your Teeth
Dental veneers are thin, custom-designed restorations made of tooth-like ceramic
material that, when applied over the surface of a tooth, can cover worn tooth enamel,
uneven tooth alignment, or even spacing, chips or cracks
(See our Before and After page). Dental veneers fall into the category of
cosmetic dentistry because they create a bright, white smile with beautifully aligned,
shapely teeth. The ceramic quality of today's veneers provides a more natural look
than what has been available in the past. Regardless of what causes unattractive
teeth, dental veneers may solve most or even all of your cosmetic dental issues.
Read: Top 10 Reasons Why Dental Veneers
Can Look Fake.
White Composite Fillings
Are you embarrassed by those ugly black fillings in your mouth? Do people notice
them when you laugh? You can now have your teeth looking like the way nature intended.
Composites have been the cutting edge material in dentistry for the past several
years since it's made with a high-tech plastic. A "Direct" Composite filling is
a tooth colored filling that is done in a single office visit. It is most appropriate
for small restorations.
Click here to see the difference white fillings
can make
Dental Implants
Dental implants are artificial replacements to compensate for tooth loss. Many people
are self conscious if they have lost teeth due to injury or disease. They are sometimes
unable to speak or smile comfortably. Also if their bite is irregular it can lead
to other complications such as malnutrition. Tooth loss might be due to trauma of
the mouth, excessive wear and tear, congenital defects or gum disease.
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Dental Bridges
Dental bridges like implants and partials are used to replace missing teeth. Missing
teeth can change the appearance of your smile and can also affect your bite. Missing
teeth can change your bite completely; shift your teeth, cause TMJ symptoms and
speech impediments. As time goes on this wear and tear on your teeth can adversely
affect your health. Many types of bridges are available so your dentist can create
a new smile for you.
Usually, your dentist must reshape your teeth surrounding a missing tooth in order
to place a bridge. Afterwards a crown is placed on the shaped teeth and attached
to an artificial tooth. A resin-bonded bridge is often used to replace front teeth
if the gums and surrounding teeth are healthy and do not have too many fillings.
This type of bridge requires less preparation of adjacent teeth.
Dentures
The loss of your teeth can affect your self esteem, how you chew food and your overall
health in general. In order to replace missing teeth dentures are usually used.
A partial or complete denture can be used to replace missing teeth depending on
the extent of the problem. There are also many types of dentures that are used now
to completely transform a person’s smile. For example, partial dentures can prevent
your existing healthy teeth from shifting following tooth loss.
Dentures are usually fabricated from acrylic resins. There are many advancements
in modern cosmetic dentistry and a wide variety of materials available for dentures,
so your dentist may give you some options.
Smile Design
Our cosmetic dentist, Dr. Moretta is trained to provide you with a beautiful pleasing
smile that will enhance your looks and your self esteem. You can visit us for a
complete smile design consultation. After the consultation we will provide you with
a smile make over that will transform the way you look. Dr. Moretta has an artistic
sense of what might be a smile that will look good on you. According to some factors
such as features, age, image etc.
You and Dr. Moretta can pick a smile that you can both be proud of. Once you both
have come to an understanding of what your expectations are Dr. Moretta can use
all the technological advances available in cosmetic dentistry to design the most
wonderful smile for you. Dr. Moretta might recommend veneers, lumineers, teeth whitening,
or any other procedure you might need.
