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As the year zooms to an end, the holiday season is fast approaching, which is a time of gatherings, laughter and fun. Do your smile flaws leave you feeling less confident than you’d like, though? Does the thought of smiling for holiday photos cause anxiety? If the answer is ‘yes’ to either of these questions, then your cosmetic dentist in Tyler says it is time to have your smile revamped. Learn about the amazing opportunities available as you read on!
What is Cosmetic Dentistry?
The type of dentistry geared more toward making aesthetic improvements to your teeth is called cosmetic dentistry. There are a variety of methods that fall under this category and provide patients with a brand-new image.
Porcelain Veneers
Made from high-quality ceramics, porcelain veneers are thin shells that fit directly over the teeth in the smile zone. They are able to mask such flaws as stains, slight gaps, misalignments and crookedness.
The two-visit process includes the following steps:
- Preparation – The process starts with your cosmetic dentist removing a thin layer of enamel so your new veneers will fit properly.
- Bite Impressions – Next, bite impressions are taken that will be used to create your custom shells.
- Fabrication – The information your cosmetic dentist gathers will be sent to a trusted lab to fabricate your permanent veneers. You’ll be fitted with temporary veneers to wear while your new shells are being created.
- Final Placement – When they are ready, you’ll be invited back to be fitted with the permanent veneers, and you’ll leave with a completely improved look.
Metal-Free Restorations
You no longer have to settle for bothersome metal material to restore your damaged teeth. With a metal-free restoration like an all-ceramic dental crown created using the CEREC system, you can enjoy an aesthetically pleasing, tooth-colored restoration in one visit.
This option will save you both time and money because it’s done completely in-office using the advanced CAD/CAM technology.
Dental Bonding
Another same-day treatment procedure is dental bonding. Using a compound resin material, your cosmetic dentist can erase chips, cracks, gaps or stains. The material is added to the tooth and then expertly sculpted to fit perfectly into your smile line. Then a special light is used to harden the material and leave you with a beautiful new smile.
Teeth Whitening
For stubborn stains that can’t be removed with oral hygiene or a professional cleaning, your cosmetic dentist also offers teeth whitening. Using the Zoom! method, your local professional can brighten your teeth by as much as eight shades.
You have an opportunity to start a new trend in your life – where you relish at the chance to pose for pictures and smile with confidence when you meet new people over the holidays. To finish the year looking and feeling better, contact your dentist in Tyler to schedule a visit today!
About the Author
Dr. Donna Franklin-Pitts is a graduate of Howard University in Washington D.C. She understands how important it is to feel good about one’s appearance, which is why she takes the time to listen to her patients’ needs. Dr. Franklin provides top-notch cosmetic dentistry at Franklin Dental Center, and she can be reached for more information through her website.