SERVICES
COSMETIC DENTISTRY
Beyond enhancing aesthetics, achieving your dream smile can profoundly transform your overall health. It's more than just achieving a visually appealing smile; it's also about instilling newfound confidence and radiance in every aspect of life. When you're proud of your smile, you exude self-assurance and positivity, impacting how you interact with others and navigate the world around you.
A smile makeover may also include teeth bleaching to correct discoloration and stains on your enamel. Other cosmetic treatments that could be in your plan is contouring to improve the length and shape of your teeth and mask minor openings between teeth.
Before you have any cosmetic treatments, we will need to ensure that your gums and teeth are healthy. If you have any restrictive oral health problems such as dental malocclusion or periodontal disease, then this will have to be treated first
FAQs: PORCELAIN VENEERS
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Porcelain veneers are thin, custom-made shells designed to cover the front surface of teeth to improve their appearance. They are crafted from durable dental porcelain and are bonded to the teeth to enhance their color, shape, size, or length.
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Veneers are incredibly safe, with no serious side effects or complications. Following the trimming of your teeth and the placement of veneers, you may encounter minor tooth sensitivity. However, this is a temporary issue and will diminish over time as you adjust to your new veneers. With my expertise in veneer placement, I ensure a seamless process from start to finish, providing you with the utmost comfort and confidence throughout.
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Porcelain veneers can effectively address various dental imperfections, including discoloration, stains, chipped or worn teeth, gaps between teeth, and minor misalignment issues.
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With proper care and maintenance, porcelain veneers can last for many years, typically between 10 to 15 years or even longer. However, their lifespan may vary depending on individual oral hygiene habits and lifestyle factors.
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Since a small amount of enamel needs to be removed from the tooth surface to accommodate the veneers, the process is generally considered irreversible. However, advancements in dental technology allow for minimal enamel removal, preserving more of the natural tooth structure.
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We can generally complete entire smile makeovers in just two visits. First, we'll start with an initial consultation where I'll evaluate your dental health and discuss your smile goals. Next, we'll prepare your teeth by removing a thin layer of enamel to accommodate the veneers. We'll then take impressions of your teeth and send them to a dental lab where custom veneers are crafted. Finally, during a follow-up appointment, we'll bond the veneers to your teeth, resulting in a beautifully transformed smile.
Implant Dentistry
Dental Implants are a comprehensive solution for patients seeking to restore their smiles. Implants involve the placement of artificial tooth roots made of biocompatible materials, such as titanium, into the jawbone to support dental restorations like crowns, bridges, or dentures.
FAQs: IMPLANT DENTISTRY
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Dental implants are a permanent replacement for missing teeth. They will restore your smile, while providing you the ability to eat normally again. Dental implants can also be cleaned like normal teeth. The implant is placed into your jawbone and serves as the root. The abutment is a metal piece that is placed into the implant as the connector. The crown then attaches to the abutment and serves as your tooth.
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Because implants are a lasting solution that remains permanently embedded in your gums, being a suitable candidate necessitates having ample jawbone and healthy gums to undergo the treatment. Throughout your consultation, I will evaluate your dental well-being to ascertain if dental implants align with your needs and circumstances.
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Dental implants can last a lifetime with proper care and maintenance. They are designed to be a permanent solution for missing teeth.
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The dental implant procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia, so patients usually experience minimal discomfort during the process. Afterward, some mild soreness and swelling may occur, but it can be managed with pain medications prescribed by myself.
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Dental implants require regular oral hygiene practices, including brushing and flossing, just like natural teeth. It's also essential to attend regular dental check-ups and cleanings to ensure the implants remain healthy and free from complications. I will provide specific instructions on how to care for your dental implants based on your individual needs.
FACIAL AESTHETICS: BOTOX
As a board-certified dentist, I believe dentists are uniquely qualified to administer Botox and fillers due to the profound understanding of facial anatomy.
Our training involves studying the intricacies of the face down to the millimetre, allowing us to deliver precise and effective Botox and filler injections. Having an educational background in medicine and dentistry equips us with a deep understanding of facial muscles and structures, ensuring optimal results for our patients. Combining dental expertise with facial aesthetics allows us to offer holistic care that enhances both oral health and overall facial appearance.
FAQs: BOTOX/FACIAL AESTHETICS
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As a certified practitioner by the American Academy of Facial Esthetics, I utilize Botox cosmetically to address various concerns in my patients' facial regions. In the forehead area, it smoothens out wrinkles, while around the lips, it diminishes smoker's lines. Additionally, Botox effectively targets crow’s feet encircling the eyes.
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I use fillers to augment lips, cheeks, and chins for a more balanced and youthful appearance. They can also be strategically injected to smooth out nasolabial folds, marionette lines, and other areas of volume loss on the face. Whether you seek subtle enhancements or more dramatic transformations, I customize filler treatments to suit your unique facial anatomy and desired outcomes.
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Both Botox and filler treatments are exceptionally safe when administered by a trained professional like myself. Drawing from my background as a dentist, I undergo extensive safety training and possess a profound understanding of facial anatomy, which enables me to deliver exceptional care to my patients. Botox, when used as directed, is inherently safe. Its side effects are limited and exceedingly rare. In fact, Botox is widely recognized as one of the safest cosmetic procedures available today. Similarly, filler treatments, under my careful supervision, are performed with meticulous attention to safety protocols and patient well-being.
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Botox and filler injections are typically well-tolerated and cause minimal discomfort. The needles used for injections are very fine, and most patients report only mild stinging or a sensation similar to a pinprick during the procedure.
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Yes, Botox and fillers are often used together in facial aesthetics to address different aspects of aging. While Botox relaxes muscles to reduce wrinkles caused by facial expressions, fillers add volume to areas of the face that have lost volume over time, such as the cheeks, lips, and nasolabial folds. In dentistry, fillers can also be used to enhance the appearance of the lips and the perioral region, complementing Botox treatments for a comprehensive facial rejuvenation approach.
INVISALIGN
If your teeth aren't primed for aesthetics yet, Invisalign could be an option to guide you on your journey. Invisalign offers an inconspicuous method to straighten teeth using a series of custom-made aligners that are nearly invisible. It’s effectiveness has been validated through extensive clinical research and widespread practice adoption. Whether your teeth are crowded, spaced too far apart, or have shifted post-braces, Invisalign gives you a fresh reason to show off your smile.
FAQs: INVISALIGN
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Invisalign uses a series of clear, custom-made aligners to gradually shift teeth into their desired positions. These aligners are worn over the teeth and are changed approximately every two weeks as your teeth move.
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The duration of Invisalign treatment varies depending on the individual's orthodontic needs. On average, treatment can take anywhere from 6 to 18 months, but this timeline can be shorter or longer based on the complexity of the case.
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One of the benefits of Invisalign is that there are no dietary restrictions. Since the aligners are removable, you can continue to eat your favorite foods without worrying about damaging braces. However, it's important to remove the aligners before eating and to brush your teeth before putting them back in.
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For optimal results, Invisalign aligners should be worn for 20 to 22 hours per day, removing them only for eating, drinking (except water), brushing, and flossing.
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Invisalign is an effective treatment option for many people, including teenagers and adults, who have mild to moderate orthodontic issues such as crowded teeth, gaps, overbites, underbites, and crossbites. However, severe orthodontic problems may require alternative treatment options.
SIX MONTHS SMILES
If Invisalign isn't the right fit for your orthodontic needs, why not try Six Month Smiles. This innovative treatment incorporates the best features of traditional braces, customized to cater to adults seeking a practical, cosmetic solution tailored to their lifestyle.
Six Month Smiles represents a groundbreaking fusion of established orthodontic methods, contemporary materials, and forward-thinking design. Through the use of specialized clear braces, Six Month Smiles gently guides teeth into alignment, typically achieving remarkable results in an average timeframe of only six months.
FAQs: SIX MONTH SMILES
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Six Month Smiles is an ideal option for adults and older teenagers who have mild to moderate orthodontic issues, such as crowding, spacing, or misalignment of the front teeth. However, individuals with more complex orthodontic issues may require alternative treatment options.
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Unlike traditional braces, Six Month Smiles doesn't typically come with strict dietary restrictions. However, it's advisable to avoid hard, sticky foods that could potentially damage the braces or prolong treatment time.
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The clear braces used in Six Month Smiles are designed to be discreet and blend with the natural color of your teeth. While they may be slightly visible upon close inspection, they are far less conspicuous than traditional metal braces, making them a popular choice for adults seeking a more subtle orthodontic option.
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Compared to traditional braces, Six Month Smiles treatment often requires fewer adjustments and visits to the orthodontist. The specialized wires and clear braces work together efficiently to gradually move teeth into alignment, minimizing the need for extensive adjustments throughout the treatment process.
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Yes, wearing a retainer is typically recommended after completing Six Month Smiles treatment to help maintain the newly aligned position of your teeth.
GENERAL DENTISTRY
General dentistry services encompass a variety of treatments, such as:
Preventive care sessions, which involve thorough examinations, cleanings, and screenings for oral cancer.
Restorative procedures like fillings, root canals, dental crowns, and bridges, aimed at repairing damaged or decayed teeth.
Provision of partials and full dentures to address gaps resulting from missing teeth.
Extractions performed to eliminate problematic teeth and alleviate associated dental issues.
READY TO TRANSFORM YOUR SMILE?
During a consultation, we can determine which cosmetic and restorative treatments would be best to enhance the health and appearance of your teeth.
Schedule your smile makeover consultation today.