COSMETIC DENTISTRY IN PLEASANT HILL, CA
A BRIGHTER SMILE LEADS TO A BRIGHTER FUTURE
The practice of dentistry encompasses an amazing array of services and procedures, all with a common goal: to help you to preserve your natural teeth as long as possible, ensure your oral health, and keep you looking and feeling great throughout life.
There's so much that can be done these days to improve the appearance of a person's smile — at any age. From powerful, professional whitening treatments to amazingly realistic porcelain veneers to state-of-the-art dental implants, there's a wide range of exciting possibilities.
The first step in any smile makeover is a thorough dental examination to make sure that your cosmetic problems really are just that, and not a sign of underlying dental disease. Once your health has been established, your smile can be cosmetically enhanced in a variety of ways.
Cosmetic & General Dentistry Procedures
Modern dentistry offers a wide range of services to make sure your teeth stay healthy, function well and look great. These procedures include:
- Cleanings & Oral Exams, to keep your teeth and gums healthy, and catch early signs of dental disease
- Cosmetic Bonding, to repair small chips or cracks
- Crowns & Bridgework, to replace large amounts of lost tooth structure and/or missing teeth
- Dental Implants, for the longest-lasting tooth replacement available today
- Dental Health Scan, 3D digital scanning technology that we use with our patients to help them get the clearest picture of their oral wellness: the iTero dental scanner. An intraoral scanner, we use this device with our patients at least once a year to track their oral health.
- Extractions, to remove unhealthy teeth that cannot be saved
- Fillings, to restore decayed teeth
- Inlays & Onlays, to fill teeth with larger cavities
- Invisalign Clear Aligners, for highly discreet orthodontic treatment
- Oral Cancer Screenings, to detect a dangerous disease that can be cured if caught early
- Orthodontic Treatment, to move teeth into the right position
- Porcelain Veneers, for repairing larger chips and cracks, and reshaping teeth
- Removable Dentures, to help you smile again
- Root Canal Treatment, to rescue diseased teeth
- Sealants, to help prevent cavities
- Teeth Whitening, to brighten a faded or discolored smile
- TMD Treatment, for pain in the jaw area that can interfere with biting and chewing
- Tooth-Colored Fillings, for a completely natural, healthy look
- Tooth Decay Prevention, so you keep your natural teeth as long as possible
When to Visit the Dentist
Many people only go to the dentist when something is wrong. We're here to change that. We offer preventative services that save discomfort — and expense — down the road. Regular dental visits are essential to make sure oral health problems — from tooth decay to oral cancer — are detected and treated in a timely manner. Some individuals may need to see the dentist more often than others to stay on top of problems like plaque buildup and gum disease, but everyone should go at least once per year.
Your regular dental visits will include a thorough oral exam to check the health of your teeth and gums; and oral cancer screening to spot any suspicious signs early; and a professional cleaning to remove stubborn deposits and make your teeth look and feel great. So don't miss out on the many benefits dentistry offers you and your family!
Your Smile Makeover
The most important job you have as a member of your own smile makeover team is to communicate exactly what you don't like about your smile and how you'd like it to be different. Before the first consultation, give some thought to the following questions:
- What do you like or dislike about the color, size, shape and spacing of your teeth?
- Are you pleased with how much your teeth show, both when you smile and when your lips are relaxed?
- Do you want teeth that are perfectly aligned and a bright “Hollywood White,” or would you prefer a more natural look with slight color, shape and shade variations?
- Would you like more or less of your gums to show when you smile?
It is extremely helpful for you to bring in pictures you have collected — of smiles you like, smiles you don't like, and/or photos of the way your own smile used to look, if that's the result you're aiming for. Now is the time to get started on creating a smile that will make you feel as good as you look!
Smile Makeover with Cosmetic Dentistry
The most alluring aspect of your face can be a wonderful smile. A smile makes you appear successful, youthful, and sincere. It is a valuable asset in your social, professional, and personal contacts. It is crucial that you are satisfied with the appearance of your smile. However, if you're like most individuals, you might not be. Our amazing team at pleasant hill smiles dental is dedicated to ensuring that.
Your dentist uses a variety of procedures to shape, sculpt, and enhance the beauty of your smile. You may have a grin you're proud of by following a few easy steps. And treatment can be less expensive than you anticipate.
Once you make the decision to transform your smile the next step is to visit us at Muir Hill Dental located in Pleasant Hill CA, you'll discuss what strategy is ideal for you during this visit. Our dentist may suggest treatment if you show any indications of dental disease. Prior to beginning aesthetic treatment, taking care of your dental health is essential.
The state of your dental Health will be assessed during your consultation, then they will advise as to which procedure would be right for you.
We offer a wide range of cosmetic procedures such as:
Veneers are little, transparent covers that are cemented or bonded to the front of your teeth. They are meant to seem like real teeth and are constructed of ceramic or composite resin. In addition to covering teeth that are discolored, misshapen, or slightly misaligned, veneers can also be used to close spaces between teeth.
Teeth can become discolored for a variety of causes, including drinking coffee, tea, or wine, smoking; and even aging. The practice of tooth whitening makes stained teeth whiter. Compared to at-home whitening kits, the bleach used for chairside whitening in offices is stronger. Remember that not everyone's teeth can become as white as those of Hollywood stars. Your dentist can advise you on the best teeth-whitening procedure.
Crowns are an option if a tooth requires a more significant transformation than veneers or enamel shaping can offer. A crown is put on top once the tooth's outer layer is removed. It is possible to have the crown crafted to match your other teeth. It's like giving your tooth a new beginning.
Braces can assist to rectify an uneven bite, crowded or crooked teeth, or both. Over time, braces have shrunk significantly and become barely perceptible. In order to lessen their visual impact, brackets, the part of the braces that adhere to each tooth, might occasionally be attached to the back of the tooth. Braces might blend in better since some brackets are transparent or tooth colored.
We will work with you to achieve the smile of your dreams; contact us for
family dentistry in Pleasant Hill to get started on your smile makeover.
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If you have a life-threatening or severe injury, call 911 or go directly to the nearest hospital emergency room. We can treat a variety of traumatic dental injuries, including teeth that have been chipped, moved, or knocked out entirely. Please call our office for assistance.