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Cosmetic Dentistry

While dentistry's first goal is to save and restore the teeth and gums, it also aims to improve the attractiveness of one's teeth. Due to a number of circumstances, the teeth may have certain visual defects. Improving the look of the teeth can have a profound effect on many people's lives. A person's smile is often the most important part of their appearance.

Unsightly tooth defects can affect the way a person smiles and feels about themselves. Some people develop habits of hiding their mouth and avoiding smiling completely. Cosmetic dentistry can help restore self-confidence and make everyday life much more enjoyable.

There are many techniques available to the dentist today for enhancing a persons smile. Bonding, bleaching, porcelain crowns, porcelain veneers and braces all work toward the same goal of improving function and esthetics. Below you will find examples of the various ways that we can improve your smile.

This page will be growing as more examples are added on a regular basis.

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This patient was treated with porcelain to metal crowns to correct the discolored and broken down upper teeth. This type of restoration gives us wonderful esthetics and durability. The porcelain is impervious to stains and will not discolor with time. This type of treatment can last a lifetime with proper oral care.
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This patient was unhappy with the space that existed between her upper front teeth. This was easily corrected with composite resin bonding. This is accomplished in one appointment and will give many years of service
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The unsightly brown spot on this patients front tooth is easily corrected. This  is not a cavity but a defect in the enamel of the tooth. Because of the defect it became discolored. The picture on the right shows the tooth after composite bonding.

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