Cosmetic Dentistry
Today’s modern cosmetic dentistry is putting beautiful, healthy-looking smiles within reach for more patients of all ages, with effective treatments that are often surprisingly affordable.
Talk with us to learn more about your options for relief from a variety of cosmetic complaints. We can help:
- Replace missing teeth
- Whiten and give your teeth an even tone
- Change your teeth’s size, shape, and alignment
- Fill gaps in your smile
- Replace old treatments with modern alternatives, such as amalgam to resin fillings
Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening or bleaching is a simple, safe, non-invasive way to change the colour of your natural teeth enamel and is an ideal way to enhance the beauty of your smile.
Having whiter teeth has become the number one aesthetic concern of many people and there are numerous ways to approach this. The most popular way is to use a home teeth-whitening system that will whiten teeth dramatically for most people. Since teeth whitening only works on natural tooth enamel, it is important to evaluate the replacement of any old white fillings, crowns, etc. to match the newly bleached teeth.
Teeth whitening is not permanent. A touch-up may be needed every several years, and more often if you drink coffee, tea, or wine or if you smoke.
Reasons for teeth whitening:
- Fluorosis (excessive fluoridation during tooth development)
- Normal wear of the outer tooth layer
- Stained teeth due to medications (tetracycline, etc.)
- Yellow, brown stained teeth
What does teeth whitening involve?
This type of teeth whitening usually requires two visits:
- Impressions (molds) will be made of your teeth to make custom soft plastic trays after we decide that this is appropriate for you.
- You will try on the trays for proper fit, and adjustments will be made if necessary. The trays are worn with a special whitening gel solution inside either twice a day for 30 minutes
or overnight for a couple of weeks depending on the degree of staining and desired level of whitening. It is normal to experience tooth sensitivity during the time you are whitening your teeth, but it will subside shortly after you have stopped bleaching. You will receive care instructions for your teeth and trays, and be encouraged to visit your dentist
regularly to help maintain a beautiful, healthy, white smile.
Dental Veneers
Porcelain veneers are thin layers of porcelain fixed onto teeth to enhance appearance, and in some cases, to protect the teeth. Veneers allow many patients to achieve a dramatic smile makeover without highly invasive treatments. The results are also durable, lasting 10-30 years.
Veneers typically require 2-3 appointments. The first is a consultation to determine the desired look, and plan the shape of the veneers to achieve it.
During the second visit, the tooth surfaces will be prepared, by removing a very thin layer of enamel, and taking impressions of the teeth. Using these impressions, veneers are fabricated to fit onto the surfaces, either on-site, or at a lab facility.
On the third visit, the dentist will apply a cleaning solution to prepare the tooth surfaces for bonding, and the permanent veneers will be cemented.
Smile Design & Reconstructive Dentistry
We focus on enhancing the appearance and function of a patient’s smile through a combination of cosmetic and restorative procedures. It involves a comprehensive assessment of the patient’s oral health, followed by treatments such as teeth whitening, veneers, dental implants, crowns, and orthodontics to achieve an aesthetically pleasing and fully functional smile. The goal is to address not only cosmetic concerns but also any underlying dental issues for a more holistic and lasting smile transformation.
Our Services
All Your Dental Needs at One Place
General Family & Dentistry
General dentistry prioritizes the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of oral health issues through services like routine cleanings, fillings, extractions, and root canals, aiming to uphold healthy teeth and gums and avert potential dental problems.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry focuses on enhancing the appearance of teeth and smiles through procedures such as whitening, veneers, and bonding.
Invisalign & Orthodontics
Orthodontics focuses on enhancing smiles and overall health by aligning teeth, lips, and jaws, and the Invisalign system achieves this through virtually invisible, custom-molded trays, offering a discreet and convenient alternative to traditional braces.
Not Sure What You Need?
Simply give us a call and book an appointment for yourself. We are here to help.
Walk into our clinic and let us take a closer look to suggest the best treatment you need.
