Problems Addressed By Cosmetic Dentistry
There used to be a time when dental treatment could only go so far in fixing problems that caused a lack of self-confidence or even difficulty in eating and speaking. The procedures to fix things such as missing teeth or damaged teeth have improved greatly over the years through much focus on cosmetic dentistry.
Each problem has its own solution. An experienced cosmetic dentist like Dr. Palmer at River Bluff Dental treats each of his patients uniquely, and customizes each treatment plan based on their individual needs.
Crooked Teeth
Many people with crooked teeth don’t want to wait over a year for straight teeth solved by wearing braces. People lead busy lives and many don’t have time to wait. A solution to fixing crooked teeth is with porcelain veneers, which give the appearance of straight teeth. Bonding porcelain veneers to the teeth can be done in two visits. In this way, you can have white, straight teeth in a fraction of the time it would take with braces.
Chipped Teeth
Many events can cause teeth to become chipped. Trauma, age, and decay can all play a part. Chipped teeth may not seem to be a problem if they are not noticeable, but fractures in teeth can lead to broken teeth in the future. Solutions include porcelain dental crowns or veneers. The goal is to strengthen the tooth or teeth, as well as improve your appearance.
Discolored Teeth
Most people have teeth that could be whiter. Everyday beverages like coffee and black tea, or foods like berries can stain your teeth, as well as the antibiotic tetracycline. Rather than using over the counter whitening agents that may not do the job, River Bluff Dental offers ZOOM!™ tooth whitening. This is a state-of-the-art chairside tooth whitening system that can make your teeth several shades whiter in one appointment.
Missing Teeth and Gaps between Teeth
Missing teeth can cause the teeth around them to shift toward the gap. As the teeth move, they can affect your overall bite, causing pain and difficulty eating or speaking. Missing teeth can be fixed with dentures, bridges or dental implants. A dental implant replaces the missing root as well as the missing tooth. Porcelain veneers can also mask the gaps in your teeth.
Misshapen Teeth
Misshapen teeth may keep you from smiling at all. Hereditary or environmental factors, illness or malnutrition, and tooth grinding can cause this problem. Dr. Palmer can treat misshapen teeth with dental bonding, porcelain veneers or porcelain crowns. Like other dental issues, correcting misshapen teeth can keep you from more serious dental problems down the road, such as broken or fractured teeth.
Gummy Smile
Your smile should show more teeth than gum. Those who show more gum than tooth are said to have a “gummy smile.” This is often caused by overdeveloped gum tissue, not from being born with small teeth. By recontouring your gums, Dr. Palmer can give you a smile you will be happy with. Gum recontouring is done with a soft tissue laser to remove the excess gum tissue. Other procedures can be addressed as needed.
No matter what your dental issues are, there is a solution. River Bluff Dental in the Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota area can solve your cosmetic dental problems.
Please contact experienced Minneapolis cosmetic dentist Dr. Walter Palmer at River Bluff Dental for an initial consultation.
