Cosmetic Dentistry Directory Blog

Have you been putting off important dental treatments due to dental phobia or anxiety? If so, you are not alone. Many people go years without visiting the dentist due to this kind of fear. Unfortunately, this can result in serious oral health issues down the road. In many cases, correcting these problems after years of letting them develop untreated is much more painful and expensive than if you were to have just gone for your regular dental checkups.

Sedation dentistry is an easy way to ease your anxiety so that you can complete your necessary dental work. There are generally three forms of dental sedation available:

• Nitrous oxide gas
• Oral conscious sedation
• IV sedation

Nitrous oxide is the most common form of sedation used during dental procedures. You will enter a state of complete relaxation, and all feelings of anxiety will go away as your dentist performs your procedure. The effects of nitrous oxide wear off quickly, so you will be able to drive home once your appointment is done.

Oral conscious sedation is another safe and effective way to alleviate dental fear and anxiety. You will take a pill several hours before your procedure that will put you in a relaxed, semi-conscious state. You will be able to communicate with your dentist during the procedure, but you most likely won’t remember what is going on. Afterwards, you will wake up relaxed and refreshed.

IV sedation is typically reserved for long, complex procedures. It can also allow you to have multiple procedures completed at once, reducing your number of trips to your dentist’s office. The level of medication can be adjusted during your procedure to ensure maximum comfort.

Don’t let a fear of the dentist jeopardize your oral health any longer. With sedation dentistry, you can feel completely relaxed and comfortable throughout your entire procedure.

Please contact us today to find an experienced sedation dentist in your area.

Your smile is one of your most important features. A beautiful smile can dramatically improve your appearance and boost your self confidence, which will ultimately positively impact many of your social interactions. Fortunately, a beautiful smile is now well within your reach. A smile makeover can address a variety of aesthetic issues with your smile so that you can flash those pearly whites with pride.

A smile makeover consists of a series of cosmetic dentistry procedures that will improve the appearance of your teeth and gums, leaving you with a beautiful, dazzling smile. Smile makeovers are an excellent way to address a variety of aesthetic issues including:

• Chipped or cracked teeth
• Crooked teeth
• Stained or discolored teeth
• Gapped teeth
• Uneven gum line
• Missing teeth

Depending on your oral health needs, aesthetic issues, and smile makeover goals, your cosmetic dentist may recommend one or more of the following procedures to improve the appearance of your smile:

• Porcelain veneers
• Tooth whitening
• Dental implants
• Dental crowns
• Dental bonding
• Gum recontouring

To ensure beautiful results, you should always work with an experienced cosmetic dentist who uses the highest quality materials available.

Please contact us today to find an experienced cosmetic dentist in your area.

Porcelain veneers are one of the most versatile cosmetic dentistry solutions to address a variety of aesthetic flaws with your smile. When performed by a skilled cosmetic dentist who uses high quality materials, your porcelain veneers procedure can deliver beautiful, natural looking results that dramatically improve the appearance of your smile.

Porcelain veneers are thin shells of porcelain that get bonded to the front surface of your teeth. They can be matched to the shade of your natural teeth to blend in seamlessly with your smile. Also, the dental porcelain used to make your veneers mimics the translucent properties of tooth enamel, further enhancing the natural appearance of your restoration.

Aesthetic flaws commonly addressed by porcelain veneers include:

• Chipped or cracked teeth
• Gaps between teeth
• Stained or discolored teeth
• Crooked teeth

Many people who would like to straighten their teeth but do not want to commit several years to orthodontic treatment will turn to porcelain veneers as an alternative. While your veneers will not address the functional issues associated with crooked teeth, they can provide you with the appearance of a beautiful, straight smile in just two office visits. For this reason, porcelain veneers are sometimes referred to as “instant orthodontics.”

Due to the versatility of porcelain veneers, they are often a main component to a smile makeover. At your next visit, ask your cosmetic dentist if porcelain veneers are right for you.

Please contact us today to find an experienced cosmetic dentist in your area.

Bad breath is very common, affecting approximately 10% of the population. This condition is not only embarrassing, it can also negatively impact social interactions with others. The most common causes of bad breath are:

• Poor gum, tooth, and tongue health
• Issues with the upper airway, including the sinuses, nasal cavities, throat, and tonsils
• Infection or disease in the lungs
• Acid reflux disease

Fortunately, bad breath is easily treated by your dentist. In order to properly treat your condition, your dentist must first diagnose the cause of your bad breath. Depending on the cause, your fresh breath treatment may include:

• More diligent oral hygiene maintenance
• Home hygiene and tongue treatment
• Specially formulated oral hygiene products designed to eliminate the bacteria causing your bad breath

If your bad breath is caused by gum disease, you may need to undergo periodontal treatment to improve the health of your gums. If your bad breath is caused by a condition such as acid reflux, your dentist may refer you to a physician who can treat the underlying condition.

Don’t let chronic bad breath interfere with your life. Seek treatment from your dentist today.

Please contact us today to find a qualified dentist in your area.