Brightens Smile

Are you dissatisfied with the appearance of your teeth? Perhaps you find yourself covering up your mouth when you smile or talk? If so, cosmetic dentistry could help, brightening your smile so you can talk and laugh with the confidence of knowing your teeth look great. Cosmetic dentistry could help you if your teeth look dingy or discolored, or if they are chipped, cracked or even missing completely. There are numerous treatments that can restore or replace missing teeth, providing you with long-lasting solutions that you will be able to enjoy for years to come.

Cosmetic dentistry has evolved considerably over the past few years with the introduction of newer technologies and materials which can deliver highly aesthetic results. Possible treatments include porcelain veneers and crowns, restorative tooth-colored fillings, and teeth whitening. More advanced treatments include orthodontics, gum reshaping, and dental implants.

How to Decide Which Treatments Might Help You

If you are considering improving the appearance of your smile, then spend a little time thinking about which aspects you’d most like to change. For example, maybe you have gaps in between your teeth or older discolored crowns or fillings. Perhaps you have lost some teeth or know you have teeth that are failing. In this case, dental implant treatment can be an excellent solution, restoring your missing teeth while protecting your dental health. Cosmetic dentistry may also be a good solution if you have what’s called a “gummy smile,” where too much gum tissue is exposed whenever you smile or talk. Another way to improve the appearance of your smile is through using the latest orthodontic technologies to precisely reposition your teeth. Of course, tooth whitening is extremely popular and might be all that’s required to brighten your smile.

Once you have an idea about how you’d like to change the appearance of your teeth then book an appointment to come and see our dentist, Dr. Aileen Trivedi at Fine Dentistry of Downtown Orlando. She will listen to your concerns and can gently examine your teeth and gums before recommending the most suitable treatment program. Often, it’s not a case of using a single treatment, but rather a combination of procedures.

Combining Several Techniques Is Sometimes Preferable

Taking this approach tends to be more conservative which is better for your dental health, producing an outcome that will provide a long-term solution. Using a combination of treatments can also be more cost-effective. Every treatment plan is customized to meet your aims and desires and can be tailored to fit in with your budget and timeframe. If you do think you require more comprehensive treatment, it’s best to allow plenty of time to complete your treatment plan, especially if it’s to celebrate a special event or milestone. Before you have any form of cosmetic dentistry, it’s also important for any existing dental problems to be successfully treated. This not only protects your dental health but also helps to ensure that the outcome of cosmetic dentistry will last longer.

All possible treatment options will be clearly explained to you, including the time required and of course the costs, and Dr. Trivedi can answer any questions you might have. In the meantime, you’ll find a brief overview of possible treatments that could help you achieve your dream smile, whether that’s just to brighten its appearance or to change it a bit more dramatically.

Explaining Each Treatment in More Detail

It’s highly likely that you will want to brighten the overall color of your teeth and teeth whitening provides an excellent and extremely safe solution.

Teeth Whitening

We use a tray whitening system because this system is one of the most effective, and it’s popular worldwide. After examining your teeth to make sure you this treatment is appropriate, Dr. Trivedi can gently yet effectively whiten your teeth during a single visit. A professional teeth whitening treatment is the safest way to whiten your teeth and afterward, we can provide you with lots of useful information on how to look after your teeth and how to prolong the results for as long as possible.

Gum Recontouring

For this procedure we can often use state-of-the-art laser therapy to comfortably remove excess gum tissue, gently reshaping your gums. This treatment is more comfortable, and healing is faster. A dental laser is extremely precise, allowing us to create cosmetically pleasing gums that will beautifully frame your teeth.

Crowns and Bridges

Older crowns and bridges can be replaced, and we can protect badly damaged and decaying teeth using these dental restorations. The most modern crowns and bridges are metal-free, made entirely from a strong, durable ceramic material. This is a huge cosmetic advantage that can create the very best aesthetic outcome, closely replicating the natural liveliness and translucency of real teeth.

Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain veneers can be placed over the front of your natural teeth, helping to correct the appearance of teeth that are discolored, too small, worn down or which are chipped or cracked. The overall effect can look amazing, especially when multiple veneers are placed, and which cover up most or all of your front teeth. However, often this is not necessary, especially when using multiple treatments. For example, combining orthodontic treatment with veneers may allow Dr. Trivedi to straighten your teeth before selectively veneering just one or 2 to create a more cosmetically perfect smile. Porcelain veneers can also be very effective when combined with teeth whitening and are made to match the color of your newly whitened smile.

Adult Orthodontics

Adult-oriented braces or Invisalign can often create straighter smiles within just a few months by concentrating on teeth that are only visible when you talk or laugh. These cosmetic braces are extremely discreet and can precisely reposition your teeth.

Dental Implants

Dental implants are the ultimate solution for restoring lost teeth and are often the ideal choice of treatment, whether you have lost just a single tooth or multiple teeth. They help to protect your remaining natural teeth, preventing jawbone loss while ensuring your existing teeth cannot shift position. The aesthetic outcome of treatment can look remarkable and there are a whole host of dental implant solutions that might be useful for you. Although this treatment might take several months to complete, the results should last for years or quite possibly for life.

Ensuring You Enjoy Your New Smile for as Long as Possible

Once you have your beautiful new smile then you will want to enjoy it for as long as possible. The best way to do this is to make sure you continue with regular dental checkups and cleanings at Fine Dentistry of Downtown Orlando. When combined with a good ongoing oral routine at home, this will help to prolong the life of any dental restorations. If you opted for orthodontics, then don’t forget to wear your retainer as often as suggested by Dr. Trivedi. This will help to ensure that your newly straightened teeth have plenty of time to settle into their new positions, preventing them from drifting back to their old, crooked locations.

Some cosmetic dental treatments will provide only cosmetic benefits, but others can help to protect your dental health. Potentially, brightening your smile could be a great way to invest in your oral health. Contact us today to schedule your appointment! We’re accepting new patients and would love to make your smile the very best it can be.