You’re supposed to be walking through a clothing store, but all you can notice is how you are surrounded by a sea of white teeth. The pictures of the models wearing the clothes you want are all flashing that perfect, white smile. You take care of your teeth, you even brush them at work, but they don’t look anything like that. What can you do so your teeth can radiate just like theirs? Dr. Virginia L. Gregory, your dentist in Mount Pleasant, SC, has a few ways to help your teeth look beautiful.
1. Zoom! Teeth Whitening
Years of coffee, wine, tobacco, or simply ageing can leave your teeth looking dull and yellow. Everyone enjoys having and looking at a bright white smile. This is why people with white teeth are often thought of as more confident, friendly, and attractive. You can take years of stains off of your teeth with Zoom! Teeth Whitening. A quick and easy visit will see your teeth looking 6-10 shades whiter. We simply apply a highly-concentrated bleaching gel to your teeth and activate it using a specialized light. This gel helps break down the stains and reveal your teeth’s natural glow. The whole process takes less than an hour and is completely painless. For the individual who has a little more time, we can even help you whiten your teeth just as effectively at home.
2. Tooth-Colored Fillings and Porcelain Crowns
Whenever your teeth have become damaged due to decay or injury, their structure and appearance need to be restored. In the past, fillings and crowns were made of metal and drastically changed the look of your tooth. This new generation of restorations can now repair your tooth and seamlessly blend into your smile. Tooth-colored fillings use a composite resin to fill in the portion of your tooth that is missing. It is more easily sculpted and bonds better to your tooth than traditional metal fillings. Porcelain crowns are able to restore significantly damaged teeth and leave them aesthetically pleasing and functionally strong.
3. Porcelain Veneers
A complete smile makeover is available with one simple procedure. Porcelain veneers hold the distinction of being able to address all of these dental issues at once:
- Chipped, cracked, or broken teeth
- Discolored teeth
- Slightly misaligned teeth
- Obvious gaps
Porcelain veneers are extremely-thin coverings that are bonded to the front of your teeth. They only take 2 easy visits to get, and the process is completely painless. Results can either be dramatic or subtle, depending on your desire.
4. Dental Implants
Only dental implants are capable of replacing an entire missing tooth. They accomplish this by using a titanium post to replace the lost root. This root not only serves as the base of a new crown, but can also ensure the health and appearance of the jaw over time. This is because the new root helps stimulate a healthy blood flow to the area. Dental implants involve a minor surgical procedure and can be completed in a matter of months. They can be used to replace a single tooth, anchor a bridge, or support a set of dentures.
Which One Is Right For Me?
If you are curious about making your smile look the best it ever has, please give us a call. Only a consultation with your cosmetic dentist in Mount Pleasant, SC, Dr. Virginia L. Gregory, can determine the right path for your smile. You can have the type of smile that people notice whenever you walk into a room, so make an appointment with us today.