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Are you pleased with the general appearance of your teeth and smile?
2. Are your teeth straight?
3. Are there spaces between your front teeth that you dislike?
4. Are you satisfied with the color of your teeth?
5. Are you satisfied with the shape of your teeth?
6. Are any of your teeth chipped? Hidden? Protruding?
7. Are you satisfied with the way your teeth come together (bite)?
8. Are your gums puffy, red or swollen-looking? Do they bleed easily?
9. Do you have old fillings or dental work that makes you less confident
about your smile and/or appearance?
10. Would you like to change something about the appearance of your teeth?
Did you answer yes to any of these questions? There are probably several
alternatives we can suggest to put the sparkle back in your smile!
To name a few:
Cosmetic Dental Treatment Choices
- Cosmetic Bonding—This process involves applying
a synthetic, tooth-colored material to your teeth to rebuild or cosmetically
sculpt them into a new, desired shape.
- Crowns—This procedure involves reshaping the
tooth so a permanent custom-designed replacement tooth can be placed
over it to protect a weak tooth structure or improve tooth appearance.
The crown, sometimes called a cap, is cemented or bonded to the tooth
surface and is often made of porcelain to look as natural as possible.
- Fixed Bridge—This dental appliance is non-removable
and serves to replace a missing tooth or teeth.
- Full or Partial Dentures—These removable appliances
serve to replace missing teeth.
- Orthodontics—This process straightens or realigns
crooked or poorly positioned teeth.
- Porcelain Veneers—These tooth-colored laminates
are custom fitted to cover the front surface of your natural teeth to
provide a better color, texture or shape.
- Teeth Whitening—This process involves applying
a whitening solution or gel to lighten the teeth. It is a safe, effective
procedure for some types of tooth discoloration.
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