Are you looking for how you can improve the appearance of your teeth? Are chips or cracks in your teeth leading to more damage? Are whitening toothpastes and daily whitening strips not enough? Cosmetic dentistry at Pillar Dental might be your answer!
There are several ways that cosmetic dentistry can help, which we’ll go over in more detail below.
Teeth Whitening | This is probably the most popular, and well-known types of cosmetic dentistry. It can be performed at Pillar Dental, and sometimes takes only a single visit to do. The procedure is done by the dental hygienist, who will clean the teeth to start by removing any plaque, tartar or other buildup. This restores the natural appearance of your teeth. After that, your teeth can be whitened with a safe bleaching agent, to achieve an even lighter shade.
Inlays and Onlay | Also known as “indirect fillings, inlay and onlays are made in a dental laboratory, and used on patients when a tooth has mild to moderate decay or lacks enough tooth structure to support a typical filling. If the cusps of your tooth have no damage, an inlay will be placed on the tooth surface. If there is damage, you might need an onlay over the entire tooth surface. These options are utilized to provide support to your teeth to strengthen them, to restore them to their original shape, or to avoid any other further decay.
Composite Bonding | With this procedure, a composite material is used to repair discolored, damaged or decaying teeth with a material that resembles your tooth enamel in color. The dentist will drill out any decaying tooth, apply the composite, and sculpt the tooth into the right shape. After that, a high-intensity light sets the shape in place. This procedure is one of the more cost-effective options for those patients who have tooth decay, chipped teeth, cracked teeth, or worn down teeth.
Dental Veneers | Veneers are custom-fit caps that are made to go over your natural teeth. Because they are often made from medical-grade ceramic, dental veneers look incredibly realistic and can correct many issues, including crooked teeth, cracked teeth, damaged enamel and gapped teeth. The veneer is applied by your dentist to the front of each tooth using a strong dental adhesive.
Implants | Used to replace lost or overly damaged teeth, implants are added using titanium screws into your jawline, to support a crown. Often, you cannot tell the difference between an implant and natural tooth. After your bone and tissues grow around and fuse to the implant, it’s permanently secured in place.
Orthodontia | Often known as braces, orthodontia is for more than just teenagers. With so many options on the market today, such as Invisalign, you can get straighter teeth. Ask your dentist what options might work best for your lifestyle, teeth shape and timeline.
If you’re considering cosmetic dentistry procedures, or have questions about the other services offered at Pillar Dental, please contact us today!