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Cosmetic Dentistry Directory
Thursday, September 24, 2009
White Porcelain Fillings
For over l00 years, metal fillings were the standard of care to repair the damage of tooth decay. Recently, white fillings have become a more effective solution to repair the damage of tooth decay and prevent damage to the remaining natural tooth structure.
Porcelain is a natural looking substance since it is translucent and reflects the light in the same manner as natural teeth. The color of porcelain mimics that of natural teeth, and it is stain resistant and can be shaded to match adjacent teeth.
Some patients have decided to replace their old metal fillings with white porcelain fillings for aesthetic and health reasons. You can now enhance your appearance with the removal of old metal fillings and replace them with natural tooth-colored fillings, which make a dramatic difference in your smile. Porcelain forms a strong bond with your natural enamel to actually make your natural teeth stronger after only the decayed part of the tooth is removed, and the porcelain filling is permanently bonded to the remaining healthy tooth structure.
White porcelain fillings are more durable than old metal fillings and since more of the natural tooth structure is preserved, the extra cost involved is well worth it.
If you would like to learn more about white porcelain fillings, please contact an experienced cosmetic dentist in your area today.
posted by Anonymous at 3:04 PM
Monday, September 21, 2009
Professional Tooth Whitening
Professional tooth whitening is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic dental procedures in America because everyone is aware of the power of a great smile. Tooth whitening restores your natural teeth to their original color that has diminished and dulled with aging, stains from food, beverages and some medications. Now, thanks to advancements in technology and availability, having beautiful, sparkling white teeth is available for everyone, not only celebrities and models.
Professional teeth whitening can be performed by a cosmetic dentist in-office in about an hour, or at home with professional tooth whitening kits under a dentist's supervision and guidance, any time, day or night, at your convenience.
Non-professional, or so-called "over-the-counter" tooth whitening preparations often give unsatisfactory results. In order to be effective, a tooth whitening system must be effective with long-lasting results, safe to use and be performed or supervised by a professional.
Professional tooth whitening systems administered by a professional in-office are safe, effective and provide dramatic results immediately. When used under the supervision of a dentist, at-home whitening systems are a safe, effective and convenient alternative. Whichever way you choose to proceed, professional tooth whitening will not leave you disappointed with your results.
Please contact a cosmetic dentist in your area today to learn more about professional tooth whitening systems that can make a dramatic difference in your smile.
posted by Anonymous at 3:02 PM
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are thin shell-like wafers of ceramic applied over the surface of the natural tooth that offer a beautiful remedy for worn tooth enamel, uneven tooth alignment or spaces and to correct chipped or cracked teeth. Recent advances in materials and technology make it possible for the porcelain veneers of today to have a more natural look than those available in the past.
The placement of porcelain veneers requires skill and artistry and is commonly accomplished in three steps: diagnosis and treatment planning, preparation, and bonding. In the diagnosis and treatment planning phase, you and your dentist will discuss your goals, the dentist will examine your teeth, and devise a treatment plan customized to your needs. Your teeth will then be prepared to accept the porcelain veneers and bonding for the permanent placement of your porcelain veneers will take place.
Porcelain dental veneers are custom fitted and made for your teeth and are resistant to stains from coffee, tea, wine and cigarettes. Properly-fitted porcelain veneers can last from ten to fifty years and feel just like your own natural teeth. Regular oral hygiene routines of brushing, flossing and regular dental examinations and professional cleaning will maintain your porcelain veneers for years to come.
If you think your smile could benefit from the placement of porcelain dental veneers, please contact a cosmetic dentist in your area today.
posted by Anonymous at 3:01 PM
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Smile Makeover
Modern advances in cosmetic dentistry have made it possible for everyone to benefit from a smile makeover. Smile makeovers involve a comprehensive assessment of your own smile’s general appearance. Commonly, multiple cosmetic dentistry procedures, such as teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, dental crowns and dental implants are used to achieve the desired effect you have been wishing for.
Considerations are given to the alignment of your teeth, spacing and color, with the overall health of your mouth being the primary focus. A beautiful smile must have a healthy foundation to last and make all your efforts worthwhile.
Cosmetic dentistry is a combination of art and science coming together to create a beautiful smile. A smile makeover can usually be completed in two or three visits to your cosmetic dentist. Uneven teeth can be straightened, spaces in your teeth can be eliminated and stained and discolored teeth can be whitened. Even so-called “gummy smiles” can be sculpted to more pleasing contours, and chipped or broken teeth can be restored or replaced.
Regular oral hygiene and professional care and maintenance are required to ensure your smile makeover results last a long time. Tooth whitening must be repeated to maintain the level of brightness and whiteness achieved with your smile makeover procedure and there is always the possibility that aging and life-style choices may chip a tooth or in some way damage a tooth in the future.
If you would like to learn more about a smile makeover, please find an experienced cosmetic dentist in your area today.
posted by Anonymous at 3:00 PM