What Can Cosmetic Dentistry Do for You?
Cosmetic Dentistry offers a range of advanced techniques that can restore and enhance your dental health while giving you the beautiful smile you’ve always wanted. Our Savannah doctors are skilled cosmetic dentists who are dedicated to helping you achieve your smile goals. Whether you’re looking for a brighter smile or a more complete restoration, we’re here to provide top-quality care for you and your entire family. It’s worth the trip to our office.
As the name suggests, tooth whitening is the cosmetic dentistry process of improving your smile by giving you whiter, brighter teeth. With our professional in-office methods, you can return your teeth to a brilliant white – in just one visit – and the results can last for years!
Dental veneers are thin coverings made from porcelain that are applied over and bonded to your natural teeth. They are made from the highest quality dental ceramic and are durable, functional, and give you the ideal smile you thought you’d never have.
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Cosmetic Dentistry FAQs
Cosmetic dentistry encompasses a wide range of procedures designed to enhance your smile and make it the best it can be. If your teeth are healthy but unsightly, cosmetic dentistry can help you achieve the new smile you have always dreamed of. For patients who have missing teeth or need dental work to address issues like tooth decay or gum disease, restorative procedures will be performed first. This creates an optimal blank slate for your smile makeover, ensuring that your cosmetic enhancements last longer and look their best.
Teeth whitening is one of the most sought-after procedures in cosmetic dentistry. Our professional methods can effectively brighten your teeth, helping you achieve a dazzling, brighter teeth appearance in just one appointment. Alongside tooth whitening, dental veneers are another popular option that can dramatically transform your smile. These thin porcelain coverings can conceal imperfections and provide a seamless, natural look.
In addition to these procedures, there are many other cosmetic options available to enhance your smile. From bonding and contouring to orthodontic treatments, our team is dedicated to providing tailored solutions for every patient. We believe that everyone deserves a healthy smile that they can feel confident about, and we’re here to help you on your journey to optimal dental care and an exceptional smile.
A smile makeover is a cosmetic enhancement designed to transform your smile, focusing on aesthetic improvements rather than essential dental work. Unlike a full mouth reconstruction, which addresses health issues and removes disease, a smile makeover is an elective procedure aimed at enhancing the beauty of your teeth and overall appearance.
The process begins with a thorough consultation where your dentist will conduct a comprehensive assessment of your current smile and discuss your specific goals for the makeover. Feel free to bring in photos of smiles you admire or even pictures of your own smile from earlier years. This helps establish a clear vision of the desired outcome.
During your consultation, your dentist will take into account various factors, including the alignment of your crooked teeth, tooth length and proportion, texture and color, facial shape and fullness, and overall facial geography. Together, you will develop a tailored treatment plan that addresses your unique concerns and strives to achieve the smile you’ve always wanted.
The treatments included in your makeover will depend on your individual needs and may encompass a combination of services such as orthodontics for straightening crooked teeth, porcelain veneers for concealing imperfections, dental implants for replacing missing teeth, composite bonding for minor repairs, and teeth whitening to enhance brightness.
A full smile makeover typically takes several visits to complete, as each procedure needs to be performed in a specific sequence for maximum benefits. Throughout this journey, your dentist will guide you, ensuring that each step aligns with your vision and enhances your overall dental health. Whether you’re seeking a subtle enhancement or a dramatic transformation, a smile makeover can provide the beautiful smile you’ve always desired.
If areas of a tooth are worn down or broken off, a crown—sometimes referred to as a cap—can be placed over the remaining tooth structure to save and strengthen it. Crowns are a vital aspect of general dentistry, particularly for patients who wish to maintain their oral health and preserve healthy teeth. At our practice in Savannah, GA, we offer crowns that are designed for a precise fit, ensuring that they not only restore the full functionality of the tooth but also blend seamlessly with your natural smile.
Our crowns are crafted from high-quality materials that mimic the appearance of natural teeth, so no one will know it’s not your original tooth. This gentle care approach is part of our commitment to providing comprehensive dental care tailored to each patient’s specific dental needs.
Before placing a crown, your doctor may take X-rays to assess the underlying structure of the tooth and ensure there is enough remaining tooth material for the crown to adhere effectively. The procedure involves careful planning and execution, as we strive to enhance both the aesthetics and functionality of your smile.
Whether you require a crown as part of restorative work or to support a cosmetic enhancement, we prioritize a comfortable and supportive environment for all our patients. By combining advanced techniques with compassionate care, we aim to ensure that each patient leaves our office with renewed confidence in their smile.
One of the easiest and least costly procedures in cosmetic dentistry is dental bonding, which uses a tooth-colored composite resin to repair issues such as chipping, discoloration, or small gaps. Unlike lab-created porcelain veneers, dental bonding can be completed in a single visit.
First, your dentist will select a shade of resin that most closely matches the natural color of the tooth. Then, he or she will lightly abrade, or roughen, the tooth surface and coat it with a conditioner. Next, your dentist will apply the putty-like resin to your tooth and gently mold it into the desired position and shape. Finally, a dental laser or specialized light will harden the material.
Your dentist will then trim and shape the hardened material as needed before polishing it to match the tooth’s natural sheen. Bonding typically takes 30 minutes to an hour per tooth.
Dental bonding is more prone to staining than porcelain veneers. For the first 48 hours, avoid eating or drinking tooth-staining foods and beverages, and do not smoke. Be sure to brush your teeth frequently and have them professionally cleaned twice a year or as instructed by your dentist.
When a tooth is more damaged or decayed than a filling can correct, but the damage is not extensive enough to require a crown, dental inlays and onlays can help. An inlay sits between the tooth’s cusps, covering the center surface. An onlay may cover one cusp or the entire chewing surface of the tooth.
Most of the time, dental inlays and onlays are crafted from highly realistic, long-lasting dental porcelain. If budget is a concern, though, they can be made from composite resin. If additional strength is needed, gold may be used. Your cosmetic dentist will help you decide what is best for you.
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