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Cosmetic Dentistry Directory Blog
Cosmetic Dentistry Directory
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Dental Bonding or Porcelain Veneers?
There are many options for perfecting smiles marred by
common cosmetic issues. Two of the most popular are porcelain
veneers and dental bonding, both of which can address a number of problems.
However, there are distinct differences between the two and learning which one
is right for you requires the assistance of an experienced cosmetic dentist.
Dental Bonding
Dental
bonding is applied in layers over a tooth’s surface and can be used to
address cosmetic problems such as size irregularities, crooked presentation,
and chips and cracks. Bonding can be completed in a single office visit and may
produce results for several years, but will need to be touched up over time.
Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are placed over the front of teeth to
address nearly every conceivable cosmetic imperfection. Veneers require a small
amount of tooth preparation and the process may not be completed for two to
three weeks. However, porcelain veneers tend to last longer than dental bonding
and may be better suited at addressing more pronounced cosmetic issues.
Finding the Right
Solution
Each smile is different and no one solution will be suitable
for all. The best way to learn if dental bonding, porcelain veneers, or a
combinations of procedures is right for you is through a one-on-one
consultation with an experienced cosmetic dentist.
To learn more about perfecting your smile, please contact a
cosmetic dentist in your area today and set up your initial consultation.
posted by
Neil
at
7:50 AM
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
What is Osseointegration?
Osseointegration is the process by which a dental implant is
accepted as a natural part of your body. The process of osseointegration can
take six months or longer. But it is due to this process that dental
implants are able to offer a permanent solution for tooth replacement.
Dental implants are made of titanium, a biocompatible metal
used in a number of medical and prosthetic devices. On the surface of each
dental implant are numerous microscopic holes. While these holes are
undetectable to the naked eye, they provide sufficient footing for osteoblasts.
Once an implant is inserted, osteoblasts fill the holes on its surface holding
it permanently into the jaw.
Dental Implant
Advantages
The process of osseointegration allows dental implants to
replace a tooth’s missing root. This prevents changes to the structure of the
jaw, an issue not addressed by any other form of tooth replacement.
In addition, dental implants:
·
Restore complete strength and function
·
Will not come lose or fall out
·
Can hold restorations that look and feel
completely natural
Dental implants are a wonderful solution for replacing one
or more missing teeth, but may not be right for everyone. To learn if dental
implants are right for you, please contact an
experienced dentist in your area today to schedule an initial consultation.
posted by
Neil
at
7:49 AM
Wednesday, January 8, 2014
What Problems can Porcelain Veneers Fix?
Porcelain veneers are one of the fastest and most effective
ways to improve the appearance of your smile. Your cosmetic dentist can place porcelain
veneers over the front of your natural teeth to address a host of cosmetic
dental problems such as:
·
Severe discoloration
·
Uneven sizes
·
Crooked positioning
·
Gaps
·
Cracks
·
Chips
Porcelain veneers can be placed on a single tooth or used
for a complete smile makeover. What is best for you will be based on your
specific needs and can be determined by an experienced cosmetic dentist.
Placing Veneers
Porcelain veneers are typically placed over two office
visits. Your first visit will include tooth preparation, the creation of
impressions, and the placement of temporary veneers. The impressions taken at
this visit will be sent to a dental lab where your porcelain veneers will be
crafted to fit flawlessly into your smile. On your second visit, your cosmetic
dentist will remove your temporary veneers and place those created specifically
for your smile.
The process of placing porcelain veneers is generally
completed in two to three weeks.
To learn if porcelain veneers are right for you, please contact an
experienced cosmetic dentist in your area to schedule an initial
consultation.
posted by
Neil
at
7:48 AM
