Our Services | Cosmetic Dentistry
 The Facts About Cosmetic Dentistry
Your smile communicates a lot about how you feel about yourself. Even
a minor flaw in your smile can keep you from feeling your best about the
way you look. In the past, we had few options to improve teeth that were
chipped, stained or crooked. However, now a wide range of cosmetic
dental techniques can benefit almost any smile.
Cosmetic dentistry is a blending of art and science. With a focus on
esthetic results and using a variety of the latest restorative
techniques and materials, we can enhance your smile to give it a more
pleasing appearance.
Some of the conditions that may be helped by cosmetic dentistry are:
- Diastemas (spaces between the teeth)
- Broken or chipped teeth
- Unsightly, stained or washed-out fillings
- Cracked or leaking fillings
- Permanently stained or discolored teeth
- Crooked or poorly shaped teeth
To address these conditions, any or all of the following cosmetic
techniques may be used.
Veneers
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A porcelain veneer is indicated when a portion of the front surface
of the tooth needs a "face lift." Similar to composite bonding, veneers
are attached directly to the existing tooth structure. We treat the
surface of the tooth with a special conditioner to prepare it to receive
the veneer. A tooth-colored liquid bonding material is then applied to
the tooth surface, to help the veneer adhere.
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What are veneers?
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Veneers are also used to cover stains and close spaces between teeth.
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