Category: Cosmetic Dentistry

Porcelain Veneers Make Big Smile Improvements Possible

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You might notice several flaws with your smile and assume it will take a serious combination of time and effort before you enjoy big cosmetic dental improvements. Patients who have several esthetic flaws can make a big change to how they look by having porcelain veneers placed. Porcelain veneers are custom-made shells that your dentist can permanently attach to the front of your teeth. Once they are in place, they will hide flaws like wear and tear and dental discoloration, as well as congenital issues. This is a permanent procedure. Once they are fitted on your teeth, veneers will stay. With smart care, you can ensure you enjoy a lasting smile improvement. Continue reading “Porcelain Veneers Make Big Smile Improvements Possible” →

Using Bonding And Contouring To Address Smile Flaws

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Different issues can affect a person’s smile, and there is no single reason patients express interest in undergoing cosmetic dental work. You could find yourself dissatisfied by a tooth that is of abnormal shape or size. You could start looking for a cosmetic solution to a minor, but visible, tooth injury. Of course, many people feel concerned about the brightness of their smile. A bonding and contouring treatment can address a variety of different concerns, and many patients can walk away from a single appointment with their desired changes. Continue reading “Using Bonding And Contouring To Address Smile Flaws” →

What Can Be Done About Teeth Stained From Tobacco Use

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Tobacco use can increase your risk for a number of different health problems. When you limit the discussion to your oral health, you can still find several issues (oral cancer, tooth decay, gum disease) you can be more likely to suffer due to tobacco use. One hard to miss issue is the effect on your smile. Tobacco products can leave you with stains that dull your smile, and leave it with an unflattering yellowish quality. To eliminate the stains that have built up, you can discuss cosmetic treatment with your dentist. A professional whitening treatment will break up accumulated stains in your teeth, which can bring them back to a whiter appearance. Continue reading “What Can Be Done About Teeth Stained From Tobacco Use” →

Questions You Might Have About Porcelain Veneers

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Are you looking at your smile lately and wishing you could make improvements to how it looks? The right cosmetic dental treatment can help you feel more secure about your smile. One popular means of making notable cosmetic changes is having porcelain veneers placed on teeth. You can use veneers to cover up teeth that are misshapen, dulled by wear and tear, or even poorly sized. They also help against discoloration. However, you should understand that porcelain veneers are effectively permanent, as they are bonded to your teeth, and you will not be able to remove them on your own. Continue reading “Questions You Might Have About Porcelain Veneers” →

Could Your Morning Coffee Habit Be Hurting Your Smile?

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Many of us count on a cup of coffee in the morning to help prepare for the day ahead. You may turn to the coffee machine in your company’s break room when you need another boost of energy later in the day, too. It is important to remember that too much coffee can lead to stains in your teeth. In time, those stains can settle and worsen, and you can find yourself wondering what happened to your bright, attractive smile. Of course, coffee is one of many potential causes of dental discoloration. If you need to reverse the effects of teeth stains, you should discuss a professional teeth whitening treatment with your dentist. They can provide you with a kit that contains professional-strength whitening agents, or you can come in for an appointment, where they can perform a whitening procedure. Continue reading “Could Your Morning Coffee Habit Be Hurting Your Smile?” →

What You Can Learn During A Cosmetic Consultation

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A consultation about cosmetic dental work can open you up to ideas for improving your smile you had not considered. Sure, you may have a clear idea (or several) about what you would like to change about how your teeth look. However, the path to achieve those improvements may not be clear. Your dentist can walk you through what to expect from different cosmetic dental procedures. They can also study your teeth, and incorporate their findings into their guidance. When you commit to cosmetic work, you can find a means of addressing problems that have frustrated you, and enjoy the lasting benefits of your dentist’s efforts. Continue reading “What You Can Learn During A Cosmetic Consultation” →

Dental Bonding Can Lead To Big Smile Changes

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If you have an idea of how you would like to improve your smile, you should share your vision with your dentist. After all, thanks to the different cosmetic dental treatments available to you, it is possible to enjoy drastic improvements. With a dental bonding treatment, your dentist can correct a range of problems, and can do so without having to permanently modify your teeth. The process involves using composite resin to correct whatever flaws have made you dissatisfied with the appearance of a tooth. Once the material is applied and set, you can see big changes, and enjoy the ideal smile you envisioned. Continue reading “Dental Bonding Can Lead To Big Smile Changes” →

3 Improvements You Can Look Forward To From Your Veneers

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You can anticipate dramatic improvements when you have porcelain veneers placed on your teeth. This cosmetic procedure is a popular method that people will use when they want to addressed a flawed smile. The placement procedure involves a preparatory visit, where you dentist will take impressions of your teeth, and prepare them to have your veneers secured. Once your custom veneers are ready for you, you can return to your dentist’s office to have them secured. Veneers are able to provide a number of changes, meaning you can see your appearance transformed. Continue reading “3 Improvements You Can Look Forward To From Your Veneers” →

Exploring Your Professional Teeth Whitening Options

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A stunning, white smile can be a prominent, and particularly attractive, part of your appearance. This is why it can be so frustrating for people to see their once brilliant smile begin to dull over time. If you want to make improvements on the brightness of your teeth, speak with your dentist about a professional whitening treatment. Over the counter whitening agents can do good work eliminating stains on the surface of your teeth, but the overall results may leave you feeling underwhelmed. A professional whitening treatment can attack deeper stains in your enamel, for a more remarkable change. Exploring your cosmetic dental treatment options with your dentist can help you find the right way to make impressive improvements to your smile, and your overall appearance. Continue reading “Exploring Your Professional Teeth Whitening Options” →

How Long Will It Take To Receive Porcelain Veneers?

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Receiving porcelain veneers will allow you to cover up multiple flaws with your appearance, while only undergoing a single cosmetic dental procedure. This means you can see a dramatic change to your appearance in a relatively short time, even if you have several concerns about your smile. The process of having porcelain veneers designed, constructed, and placed will involve two visits. At the first visit, your dentist prepares your teeth, and notes the measurements needed to make sure your veneers are a perfect fit. Your follow-up visit will take place after the veneers have been constructed, and sent to your dentist’s office. Once the procedure has been finished, you can enjoy a great new smile that will offer impressive cosmetic support for many years. Continue reading “How Long Will It Take To Receive Porcelain Veneers?” →