When a patient comes to us with a broken or cracked tooth, or advanced decay or an infection, then we may recommend a dental crown. There are several materials we may use, depending on the area of placement and the issue we’re addressing. In today’s blog, we’re going to look at the different materials we use to create a custom-made dental crown.
Gum contouring is a popular cosmetic procedure for correcting a gummy smile. When your gums cover more of your tooth structure in certain areas than in others, the overall effects on you smile’s appearance can be dramatic. Gum contouring corrects that appearance by trimming the tissues into a straighter, more symmetrical outline. However, even if you don’t have a particularly gummy smile, gum contouring may still offer a number of benefits for your smile, especially as the finishing touch to an orthodontic or smile improvement plan. (more…)
If you have a chipped tooth, even if the damage appears minor, you should seek treatment. Damage to your teeth could mean an increased risk of oral health problems. Fortunately, we can repair your teeth, often in one visit, with dental bonding.
As part of our approach to cosmetic dentistry, we offer our patients professional teeth whitening. Patients can enjoy more dramatic and longer lasting results than those available with store bought strips, toothpastes, or rinses. We have two different options available, in-office and at-home. Which teeth whitening treatment is right for you?
What kind of changes can you make to your smile with cosmetic dental care? Your dentist can help you make remarkable changes to how you look, and they can offer help with a number of different procedures. You can fix issues with the shape, condition, and color teeth with less work than you might expect. In fact, with porcelain veneers, you can effectively hide many problems that might negatively influence your appearance. If you worry that the process of improving your smile could be too time-consuming, or demand several different types of treatment, you can be excited to learn how much change can be made with this one procedure. This procedure can leave you with long-lasting improvements after just two appointments with your dentist. (more…)
Are you frustrated by the impact tooth loss is having your day to day life? You may have had to modify your diet to work around an impacted ability to bite and chew because of missing teeth, and you may feel self-conscious about your appearance. You should know that seeking help with the problem of tooth loss can make a major difference for your oral health, and the quality of your life. Your dentist can make your smile look complete again, and you can have an easier time biting and chewing food. Your dentist can offer different prosthetic types, depending on the number of teeth you are currently missing. (more…)
It is possible to respond to tooth decay before a root canal becomes necessary. When your dentist is able to treat your cavity before it spreads to the interior of your tooth, you can only require a dental filling. Unfortunately, many people will let decay go without care until the problem has infiltrated their pulp, and caused internal issues. If you do suffer advanced tooth decay, you can experience serious discomfort, and your tooth can be put at risk for being lost. By performing a root canal, your dentist is able to safely remove infected tissue from within your tooth, and seal your pulp. By doing so, they can stop a problem that could cause you to lose your tooth, and suffer further oral health issues! (more…)
Your daily dental care routine can help you stop problems like tooth decay and gum disease, and help you avoid having to undergo restorative dental work. As important as these habits are to maintain, you also need to keep up with regular dental checkups. When you see your dentist for preventive care, you can have the benefits of professional scrutiny over your smile, and a detailed cleaning from your hygienist. Your examination can catch problems in their early stages, which can limit your risk for more complicated concerns. Your hygienist’s cleaning of your teeth can lead to the removal of tartar, and valuable support against the threat of future cavities. (more…)
Some patients who inquire about cosmetic dental work are interested in having work done on a smile problem that they are no longer willing to tolerate. In these cases, they may know what they want, but they can feel less urgency to make those changes happen. However, there are times when a person can desire cosmetic improvement in advance of a significant personal or professional event. You may want to walk down the aisle with a flawless smile, or feel like a brighter smile can give you a confidence boost before an interview for a job promotion. In these cases, your dentist can talk to you about cosmetic work that can be completed in as little as a single appointment!
Thanks to bonding and contouring treatments, patients can see vast improvements to the condition of certain problem teeth in the course of a single visit to their dentist. Tooth contouring can make it possible to carefully reshape or resize a tooth. By bonding composite resin to a problem tooth, your dentist is able to hide issues like damage and discoloration. This can be especially useful for making a damaged or unsightly tooth fit in better with its neighbors.
While your dentist can supply you with a whitening treatment that you can take home, it is possible to have the full results of a treatment over the course of one appointment! Your dentist can offer an in-office whitening procedure, which can send you away from the office with teeth that are significantly brighter than they were when you walked in.
Patients looking to make important cosmetic improvements can see great results when they set an appointment with Dr. Cain! We are proud to offer a range of beneficial treatments that can eliminate flaws that currently bother you. To schedule your appointment, call Healthy Smiles in Gary, IN, today at 219-938-2637. You can also email our office at info@healthysmilesnwi.com.
Ideally, your trip to the dentist will not require a dental crown, or any other form of restorative dental care. Unfortunately, issues can arise that demand treatment. Cavities are a common issue, but there are other scenarios that could require the placement of a dental crown. Fortunately, you can look forward to receiving a restoration that mimics your natural tooth structure, so you will not have to worry about how it affects your appearance. You can also take advantage of the convenience of CEREC dental crown technology, which can lead to the production of your crown in a single appointment. (more…)
