If your smile has flaws that leave you feeling embarrassed or insecure about opening your mouth around others, you may be wondering what solutions exist to fix it. The great news is that with cosmetic dentistry, there are a variety of options available to give you the gorgeous, glowing grin you’ve been dreaming of. Here are a few treatments your dentist offers, and how they can help transform your stunning smile and boost your confidence!
Veneers
Veneers are thin porcelain shells that fit over your existing teeth to transform their shape, size, shade, and spacing. With proper care, they can last up to 20 years, and they are even stain resistant, so your transformation will look as good on day 7,300 as it did on day one!
Metal-Free Restorations
Do you have older metal restorations like fillings or crowns that are visible when you open your mouth? While they may still be actively protecting your teeth, these materials often can be unsightly, embarrassing, and very, very, obvious. The good news is that metal-free restorations can now replace many of these older metal varieties, and blend seamlessly into your smile, so nobody but you and your dentist will ever know your teeth have been repaired.
Clear Aligners
Clear aligners are the faster, more comfortable, and more discreet way to align your smile. Unlike traditional braces, they employ clear, removable trays that fit over the teeth and gently move them into a more ideal position. They can be taken out for meals and oral hygiene and are an excellent option for older teens and adults that want to maintain a more professional appearance while straightening their smiles!
Whitening Kits
Are your teeth discolored or stained? Would you like to lighten them by up to eight shades from anywhere in the world? A professional whitening kit from your dentist can get amazing results in as little as two weeks, even in your pajamas! Stop throwing money away on whitening pastes and over-the-counter strips and gels that overpromise and underdeliver and schedule a consultation for a professional whitening kit from your dentist today!
Direct Bonding
For teeth that have chips, uneven edges, deep stains, or minor spacing issues, direct bonding uses the same durable, natural-looking composite resin that your dentist trusts for tooth-colored fillings to rebuild damaged teeth. Results for this treatment can typically last five or more years, and teeth restored with these materials can be used to enjoy a complete diet, just like they would if they were getting a filling.
Gum Recontouring / Crown Lengthening
Teeth that appear too short or stubby, or overgrown periodontal tissue that leaves your grin looking “gummy” can make it embarrassing to smile, not to mention harder to keep dangerous oral health conditions like gum disease at bay. With gum recontouring (also known as crown lengthening) your dentist can remove this excess tissue and give you a more balanced smile by permanently revealing more of the natural tooth structure.
Now that you know some of the incredible options your dentist offers for improving your smile, it’s time to schedule a consultation to learn more! At this visit, you’ll have a complete exam, and your dentist will make recommendations for treatments, including the total cost and timeline. So, don’t feel stuck with embarrassing dental flaws. Learn more about your cosmetic options today and get the gorgeous, glowing grin of your dreams!
About Dr. Parry
Dr. Tristan Parry earned his undergraduate degree at Utah State University and his Doctor of Dental Surgery at Ohio State University. He is currently a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry, and a graduate of the KOIS Center in Seattle. He has also amassed more than 500 hours of advanced training in topics like restorative dentistry, dental implants, and cosmetic dentistry. To schedule a consultation for cosmetic dentistry at Magnolia Shores Dental, visit our website or call 336-728-6153.