Cosmetic Dentistry Who doesn't want a perfect smile? While few people have one naturally, almost anyone can get one with the help of their dentist. In addition to orthodontic treatment, which can straighten your teeth, recent advances in dental materials and techniques offer near-perfect teeth that are almost as strong as the originals. Things your dentist can do to improve your smile include: 1.Bleaching to make teeth whiter. 2.Repairing chips or rough spots with fillings that match your teeth. 3.Filling cavities with tooth-colored materials. 4.Reshaping teeth that don't match the others. 5.Closing gaps between teeth. 6.Covering broken teeth with porcelain crowns. Gum Treatment Normal gums are pink in colour and have a sharp outline. They generally do not bleed on brushing. Gum disease can be divided into two stages: Gingivitis & Periodontitis. Gingivitis is a superficial infection of the gums. Some or all of the following signs may be present: Redness, Bleeding gums and Bad odour. Periodontitis is an infection of the underlying bone. Some of the signs may be: Spacing between teeth , Mobility of teeth , Receding gums and Pain or other discomfort. Teeth whitening Everyone loves a bright white smile. Fortunately there are a variety of procedures and products available today that can improve the look of yours. Most people are content with the results they get from brushing daily with their favorite toothpaste, flossing in-between meals, and the occasional dental visit. For those who want a brighter smile, there are options that go beyond this. Options such as at-home bleaching, in-office bleaching, and even whitening toothpaste are availble to those that want to take their sparkle to the next level. Porcelain Veneers A Porcelain Veneer is a thin shell, usually made of a ceramic material, that is chemically bonded to your teeth to improve their appearance. A Porcelain Veneer allows us to alter the position, shape, size and colour of a tooth to achieve a better blend with the rest of the teeth and the overall appearance of the face. This form of treatment is increasingly being used by people who appear in public and therefore need to look their best to create an impression. It can be used by anybody who is embarassed to smile due to any problem with their teeth. The result is quickly attained, usually within a week. A Porcelain Veneer when it returns from the laboratory and is tried in the mouth, looks very thin and fragile. Indeed it is brittle. But once bonded onto your teeth, these veneers are very strong and will resist most forces encountered during normal eating. The strength comes from the bonding to the underlying tooth structure, while the veneer contributes to the strength of the tooth with its hardness, colour, shape, size and position. Invisalign If the thought of wearing braces is holding you back from the smile you always wanted, this is good news. Introducing Invisalign, a state-of-the-art alternative to braces that is virtually undetectable to other people. Invisalign straightens your teeth, not with brackets and wires, but with a series of clear, customized, removable appliances called aligners. Invisalign treatment is not replacing standard orthodontic, bracket and wire treatment. It is intended for select adult cases with very specific kinds of problems. Crowns and Bridges A crown can also be used to change the shape of a tooth, to correct a bite or cosmetic problem, or to replace existing broken or poor fitting crowns. A bridge consists of one or more replacement teeth attached to crowns that are placed on two or more supporting teeth. Along with replacing teeth, the fixed bridge helps restore normal function and proper position of your bite. A crown or bridge may be made of gold, other metals, or porcelain.
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