The Versatility of Porcelain Crowns
If there is a cosmetic dentistry and restorative dentistry treatment that almost does it all, it’s a porcelain crown. This restoration is the smart choice for functional and aesthetic complaints. Crafted to look like a natural tooth, a crown is customized to fit over an existing tooth to correct a host of problems. Cover Up […]
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5 Reasons to Get Invisalign as an Adult
Everyone pursues cosmetic dentistry for their own reasons, but there are several Invisalign-specific reasons to pursue this advanced dental treatment. If you relate to any of the reasons below, schedule a visit with your Bethesda Invisalign provider to find out if you’re a good candidate for this innovative alignment method. 1. You Are Self-Conscious The […]
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Turn a Spooky Smile Spectacular with Cosmetic Dentistry
Feel like you could dress up as a zombie for Halloween and get away with your less-than-perfect teeth? Feel like this fake-out isn’t possible in normal daily life? When your dental circumstances are dire and your smile is broken down, it’s time to make a major change that positively impacts oral health, self-esteem, and overall […]
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What Are Those Things In the Dentist’s Office?
Going to the dentists can be intimidating, especially when you’re surrounded by equipment that you don’t know. However, there’s very little to worry about, because much of the equipment that you’ll find in the office is designed to help you maintain, heal and clean your teeth. Most of the equipment found is used for cleaning, […]
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The History Of the Composite Filling
The first composite filling, invented in the 1960s, gave way to a more alternative option for those looking for a filling. Compared to the traditional resin and silicate options of the time, composite fillings had improved durability that couldn’t be matched, allowing people to overcome their issues with their teeth. With improved adhesion, appearance, and […]
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Animals Have Amazing Teeth
Most of the time your dentist will talk your ear off about the amazing teeth that you have in your very own mouth, but did you know that there are teeth that are just as cool in the animal kingdom? Dentists really do love all kinds of teeth, and they may be full of a […]
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5 Reasons To Consider Sedation Dentistry
While your dentist and the people who work at their office probably love everything to do with dentistry, it’s a good bet that many of their patients don’t feel the same way. It’s not about the dentist or their staff, it’s the whine of a drill, feeling of powerlessness that they get in the chair, […]
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The Anatomy Of Your Teeth
Our teeth may appear to be simple hard surfaces inside our mouths that are used to cut and grind up food. Their simple appearance is deceptive and hides an incredibly complex and important tool that our body uses not just for eating, but also for helping us speak clearly. Once you get beneath the surface, […]
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5 Reasons Why You Should Get Your Teeth Whitened
If you’ve been considering getting your teeth whitened professionally but just can’t seem to come up with a solid reason why, you’re not alone. Every year thousands of patients who could benefit from having their teeth whitened hesitate for fear that doing so is just a case of vanity. Looking your best is something that […]
Continue Reading...What is Cosmetic Dentistry?
People choose cosmetic dental procedures for various reasons – to repair a defect such as a malformed bite or crooked teeth, treat an injury, or just improve their overall appearance. For these and many other reasons, cosmetic dentistry has become a vital and important part of the dental profession and one of the fastest growing […]
Continue Reading...Dental Veneers
In just two or three dental visits, a veneer can reverse years of stains caused by foods, caffeine and tobacco use. Special thin laminates, called veneers, can often be used to correct discolored, worn down, cracked and chipped teeth. Veneers can also be used to close unsightly gaps between teeth. Stronger types of veneers made […]
Continue Reading...Soft tissue grafts
Soft tissue grafts are small pieces of tissue taken from other areas such as the palate and surgically implanted in the affected area. Grafts can correct dental deformities and other problems such as severe gum disease, as well as cover exposed roots, stop bone loss, the recession of gums, and even reduce pain-causing root sensitivity.
Continue Reading...Excessive or Uneven Gums
Many people inherit the problem of excessive or uneven gums. A cosmetic surgical procedure called a gum lift can be used to correct this problem. Some abnormalities, as well as advanced gum disease that cannot be treated periodontically or non-surgically, may require application of soft tissue grafts. Such procedures can be used to cover an […]
Continue Reading...Specialty Dentures
Dentures are designed to replace missing teeth, and are worn by millions of Americans. Technological advancements have resulted in dentures that are lightweight and mimic the look and feel of natural teeth. Most dentures are made from a combination of metals and synthetic material such as acrylic resin. Types of dentures Dentures are generally classified […]
Continue Reading...Bonding Procedures
An alternative to veneers is a process called bonding, in which a tooth-colored material that looks like the enamel of your teeth is molded and shaped, and then hardened and polished. Bonding can be used to improve the color of a tooth, or close unsightly gaps. Bonding is generally not as permanent a process as […]
Continue Reading...Cosmetic Contouring
Teeth can become crooked, chipped, cracked, and even overlap as a result of many factors, including traumatic injury, bruxism (grinding) or even heredity. Cosmetic contouring and reshaping procedures can remedy, and in many cases, greatly improve these conditions. For example, an uneven or crooked tooth can be gently reshaped by removing a small amount of […]
Continue Reading...Cosmetic Fillings
There are alternative, natural-looking materials to conventional silver-colored fillings – materials made from porcelain and composite resins, which are colored to match natural tooth enamel. Common amalgam alternatives include: Composite fillings — As stated, composite fillings are just what the name implies: a mixture of resins and fine particles designed to mimic the color of […]
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Invisalign
Invisalign offers patients an almost invisible approach to orthodontic treatment. Instead of the metal brackets and wires used with traditional braces, Invisalign uses customized trays to maneuver the teeth. These trays are worn for a minimum of twenty-two hours a day, however they can easily be removed during meals and when brushing or flossing. These […]
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