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Cosmetic Dentistry
The
Goal
The goal of cosmetic dentistry is to
transform an average smile into a terrific smile!
To accomplish this goal, we analyze every aspect
of your smile and then correct the problem. We can repair
chipped or broken teeth. We can replace silver ... (read our Cosmetic Dentistry brochure in PDF
format)
Veneers
A
veneer is a thin shell of porcelain or plastic that
is bonded to a tooth to improve its color and shape.
A veneer generally covers only the front and top
of a tooth. Veneers can be used to close spaces
between teeth, lengthen small or ... (read our Veneers brochure in PDF format)
Bonding
With
bonding, we can close spaces between teeth, lengthen
small or misshapen teeth, or whiten stained or dark
teeth. We can shape and color a single tooth, or
improve your entire smile. When teeth are chipped
or beginning to wear, bonding can ... (read our Bonding brochure in PDF format)
Home
Whitening
Over time, your teeth darken as
minerals penetrate their outer enamel layer. This
darkening can be caused by foods and beverages that
stain, such as coffee, colas, tea, red wine or berries.
Tobacco products, like cigarettes, cigars and chewing
... (read our Home Whitening brochure in PDF
format)
White
Fillings
Until recently, silver amalgam was the
material most often used to restore decayed portions
of your teeth, especially back teeth. Unfortunately,
silver fillings can really darken a smile, and amalgam,
by its very nature, can cause damage to your ... (read our White Fillings brochure in PDF
format)
All-Porcelain
Crowns
A
tooth-colored crown may be made of both porcelain
and metal, or, thanks to newly available technology,
it may be made entirely of porcelain. Recent breakthroughs
in adhesives, combined with the development of stronger
porcelain materials, ... (read our Crowns brochure
in PDF format)
Bridges
A
tooth-colored bridge may be made of both porcelain
and metal, or, thanks to newly available technology,
it may be made entirely of porcelain. Recent breakthroughs
in adhesives, combined with the development of stronger
porcelain materials, ... (read our Bridges brochure
in PDF format)
Indirect Resin
Advantages
It
used to be that we primarily used silver amalgam
to restore damaged or decayed portions of your teeth.
Unfortunately, amalgam fillings can be unsightly,
and in the long run, they are usually not the best,
most cost-effective solution. Amalgam ... (read our Advantages brochure
in PDF format)
Amalgam
Problems
Thanks to the development of new,
stronger tooth-colored restorative materials, silver
amalgam fillings are often not the best choice for
longterm dental health, functionality and appearance.
Amalgam fillings can expand with age, or undergo
metal ... (read our Amalgam Problems brochure
in PDF format)
Procedure
An
indirect resin is a custom-crafted, white-plastic
restoration that is bonded in place to restore a
damaged tooth. The bonding technique allows the tooth
to be restored to nearly its original strength because
the bonding process adds strength to ... (read our Procedure brochure
in PDF format)
Post-Op
Instructions
* When your bite is altered, or the
position of your teeth is changed, it will feel
different for a few days. It takes several days for
your brain to recognize and adjust to the new conditions
in your mouth. If you detect any high spots
... (read our Post-Op Instructions brochure
in PDF format)
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