Did you know that covering or hiding your smile out of embarrassment affects how you feel about yourself? It also affects how others see you. If flaws or imperfections in your teeth keep you from smiling, cosmetic dentistry can improve your life!
Your teeth have many important functions, and broken, damaged, or missing teeth can interfere with your ability to chew and speak properly. But they can also look unsightly, causing patients to be too embarrassed to smile and laugh freely.
While restorative dentistry restores the mechanical function of teeth, cosmetic dentistry is about improving the appearance of your smile. The two often overlap, such as when a decayed tooth needs a filling or dental crown. In situations like these, cosmetic dentistry goes beyond restoring function by utilizing materials that create a beautiful smile.
At Smiles on 35th, Dr. Rubecca Shahid knows how to blend art and science in cosmetic dentistry treatments to give you a stunning smile you will be proud of.
Dr. Shahid’s cosmetic treatment options include:
If yellowed, stained teeth keep you from smiling, teeth whitening is for you!
While there are many options you can get in stores or online, none of those treatments are as effective as what we provide.
If you are looking for dramatic results, we have your answer.
Rather than “one-size-fits-all” trays or strips, we will make customized trays designed according to impressions of your teeth. And at Smiles on 35th, our advanced technology with an iTero® scanner means we can make your impressions without the gooey, unpleasant impression material.
Unlike generic trays or strips that can cause sensitivity and pain due to the bleaching agent coming in contact with your gums, your custom trays will fit perfectly. This perfect fit means the whitening material stays where it should—off your gums and on the surface of your teeth. Your custom trays mean less mess and irritation.
Our teeth whitening treatment also includes prescription-strength whitening materials. It is much stronger and more effective than anything you can buy over the counter.
If you have gaps between your teeth or a tooth that is too small, misshapen, or chipped, cosmetic bonding is for you.
This process utilizes the same material we use for tooth-colored fillings. Dr. Shahid will color-match the composite resin to your tooth so it looks natural and seamless. She will then prepare and etch the tooth so the resin will adhere properly.
The composite resin is moldable, and Dr. Shahid will artfully apply it to change the shape and appearance of your tooth or teeth. She can also fill in chips in teeth and gaps between teeth. Once she is happy with the appearance of your perfected tooth, she will harden the material with a special light.
The final step involves cleaning and polishing the tooth to a natural-looking finish.
Smiles on 35th offers mercury-free, tooth-colored fillings. If you have dental decay, you can rest assured we will cosmetically restore your tooth so it looks natural.
We can also remove old, unsightly metal fillings and restore your tooth’s beauty with a natural-looking filling.
If you have several imperfect teeth, porcelain veneers can dramatically improve the appearance of your smile.
Veneers are wafer-thin covers applied to the front of your teeth to cover and hide all imperfections and flaws. You can cover one problem tooth or enhance all the teeth visible in your smile. Veneers can even make misaligned teeth appear straight.
Porcelain veneers can fix teeth that are:
- Misshapen
- Too small
- Severely discolored
- Crooked
- Chipped, cracked, or broken
- Gapped
Depending on your goals and desires, veneers can be blended to match your current shade or made whiter to brighten your smile.
Dental crowns are tooth-shaped caps that strengthen damaged, weak, and broken teeth. But they also have many cosmetic uses. They can hide numerous dental flaws, such as a severely stained or misshapen tooth.
Our advanced technology with CEREC and CAD/CAM means you can get your beautiful, custom-made crown in one visit. No return trips to the dentist or temporary crowns needed!
A smile makeover is for patients who desire an enhanced smile with two or more cosmetic treatment options.
For instance, you may want to brighten your entire smile with teeth whitening, followed by cosmetic bonding to fill in some gaps. You could also opt for a crown or veneers to cover flaws.
At Smiles on 35th, we can handle whatever your cosmetic needs are to achieve the smile of your dreams. If needed, we can even straighten your teeth and fix bite issues with Invisalign clear aligner orthodontics.
Every patient has unique dreams, desires, goals, and needs. If you are ready to start the path that leads to a dazzling smile, we are ready to help you put together a treatment plan that gets you there.
It all starts with a consultation, where Dr. Shahid will examine your smile and discuss your goals and treatment options.
If you aren’t completely happy with your smile, call today to schedule your consultation appointment