Dental technology is providing patients with a vast amount of options for cosmetic dentistry. Dentistry has evolved, and patients are looking for esthetics, not mere treatment.
Patients concerns are not just health related anymore as they are now concerned with how their teeth look.
At the dental office of Susan Weinberg, patients are looking to enhance their smile. They are asking about teeth whitening, veneers and implants.
Minimal invasion is also a concern when asking about improving the esthetics of one’s smile. So what patients want to know is how they can get a great smile with the least amount of work.
The Zoom! Teeth whitening system is used in our office because it uses a compound that is easy on sensitive teeth. The real power in this system comes from the light that is used in conjunction with the compound that is applied to the teeth. The light that is used to activate the compound with the Zoom! System is much more effective than that of other systems. Our results are proof that the system is the most effective.
A professional teeth whitening system is far more effective than any home remedy such as brushing with baking soda or lemon juice. The teeth whitening procedure reduces the signs of aging teeth. At the same time, tea, coffee and tobacco stains are affected. It works best for those who have healthy gums and healthy un-restored teeth. Subsequently, if you have a normally healthy mouth, you can be sure that such a treatment will have quality results.
Cosmetic dentistry also uses the technique known as veneers. Veneers are thin strips of material that are applied over different flaws of the tooth.
Veneers are a professional dental treatment that applies material that is usually made from porcelain. We as dental professionals match the color of the porcelain to match other teeth. If the veneers are not a good match, they will stick out as different and affect the quality of the patient’s smile.
Veneers are also very useful in covering up those stubborn stains that never seem to be removed with routine cleanings.
Veneers are often mistaken for bonding, but they are very different. In bonding we use a soft plastic resin that is then shaped to the tooth. The veneer process is thin strips use a ceramic-based material, porcelain.
The other difference is in the life of the treatment. Bonding will last a few years while the veneer porcelain can have a life span of a decade or more.
Porcelain is much stronger than the resin used for bonding. The color of the porcelain can come much closer to the natural color of the teeth providing a more natural smile.
Cosmetic dentistry has much to but sometimes it will come down to a combination of different procedures.
In our dental office, you will receive an experienced and professional diagnosis as to what procedures will be right for you. We understand how your smile can affect your self-confidence and we will provide you with the best recommendations for your budget and lifestyle. Cosmetic dentistry can enhance your smile and impact you in a very positive way.