Cosmetic Dentistry
Your smile is important. A confident, attractive smile makes a great first impression. To get the best smile, you might need a little help. An even, attractive smile might need a little more work for some of us but a whiter, brighter smile could be easier to achieve then you think. There are so many treatment options available and something to suit different budgets. We’ll work with you to get you smiling your best.
Tooth Whitening
We can help you achieve the smile you’d love to have and whitening your teeth is a great place to start.
Whitening teeth is a treatment that we’re very familiar with. As well as you may brush, stain can build up inside the tooth structure over time and teeth can become more grey or yellow. Many everyday factors can contribute to the internal staining of your teeth, foods that we eat, staining drinks and smoking.
You can whiten your teeth using a concentrated bleaching gel provided by your dentist in a safe, controlled manner. The bleaching gel can breakdown the internal stains that have built up within your teeth. The concentration of the gel has been formulated to be effective yet safe when used in well fitting trays. Your dentist will prescribe the use of the gel according to your specific needs.
Your teeth may become sensitive while you’re whitening your teeth. This common side effect can be managed with help from your dentist. Having healthy teeth is important before you start whitening so we’ll check for any potential problems before getting started. We can advise you on techniques and products to help minimise any discomfort during your whitening.
We have recommended custom made whitening trays for many years and they are very effective for producing great results. Packs of mouldable, single use trays are also available. This inexpensive option may suit you to brighten your smile. Your dentist can advise you on the best way to achieve a whiter smile.
Veneers and Facings.
We can change the appearance of your teeth. We can reshape them, close gaps, make them even and even improve their colour by adding covers to your front teeth called veneers or facings.
Veneers made of porcelain can be bonded to your front teeth. Each veneer is custom made to be long lasting and to look beautiful. Made by a dental technician, they take care to shape and colour each veneer so that you achieve the smile that you’re looking for.
Composite veneers or facings can also be bonded to your teeth. Made of composite filling material, these veneers can be a more economical option to improve your smile. Your dentist will construct each facing directly onto your teeth.
Composite filling material is softer then porcelain so your new composite veneers may not last as long as porcelain veneers. Often composite veneers are a good first step in changing your smile. You can always look to have porcelain veneers in the future.
Crowns
Crowns are restorations that cover all surfaces of the tooth. They’re custom made by dental technicians to fit well and look beautiful. If your tooth already has a large, unattractive filling, a crown may be an excellent treatment to preserve the remaining structure of the tooth and to improve your smile’s appearance.
Replacing Missing Teeth
Replacing your missing teeth will greatly improve the appearance of your smile and your confidence. A missing front tooth can make you feel very self conscious. We will let you know what options you have to fill the gaps as there are a number of great treatments available.
Your options to replace missing teeth can include bridges, implants and removable dentures. We’ll take the time to discuss the options with you, to find a treatment that will suit you so that you can chew, talk and smile with confidence.