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Whether you are in search of a brighter smile with teeth whitening and veneers or are in need of replacing missing teeth with dental implants, cosmetic dentistry helps to create an aesthetically pleasing smile. Every summer people strive to get in shape and to get healthy. This often includes kicking a bad habit, starting an exercise regimen or eating better. Improving your health and well-being is a common goal for those who strive to improve their appearance for the beach. When getting ready for summer weather, don't forget to keep your dental health in mind, too. Repairing a damaged or dull smile is easy with modern dentistry. Referred to as cosmetic dentistry, there are numerous smile-enhancing dental treatments available to turn even the most damaged teeth into a bright, beautiful smile. From teeth whitening procedures to veneers and dental implants to replace missing teeth, your Houston dentist can help you easily step into the summer season with a more confident, stunning smile. A Hollywood Smile with Veneers If your teeth are cracked, stained, uneven or chipped, veneers may be the perfect option for transforming the most damaged smile. These thin, porcelain shells are custom-designed by your dentist to perfectly cover and match your natural smile to mask most any dental blemish, including stains and cracks. In some cases, veneers are even a viable alternative to braces. Compared to many treatment options, veneers will last a long time, up to 20 years, and correct the alignment of your smile by covering damaged or misshapen teeth. Implants Replace Missing Teeth Both esthetic and functional, dental implants are an artificial tooth replacement that allows you to feel attractive, talk, laugh and eat without difficulties. Some reasons for choosing dental implants for your smile restoration include:
* Improved appearance
* Bone preservation
* Tooth preservation
* Proven quality
* Experience a tight, secure fit
* Can eliminate the discomfort often associated with ill-fitting dentures Implants are so well designed that they maintain the ability to mimic the look and feel of natural teeth, making dental implants the ideal solution to replacing missing teeth.
Teeth Whitening It's not uncommon for years of drinking tea and coffee or bad habits like smoking to gradually result in a discolored smile. With teeth whitening, eliminating stains and enhancing your natural white can produce dramatic results in as little as an hour. In-office teeth bleaching performed by a professional dentist involves applying a bleaching gel to the teeth and activating the whitening solution with special lighting for approximately 30 minutes. Once the bleaching gel has penetrated the stains, it is rinsed off. Your dentist will provide you with trays, custom designed to perfectly fit your teeth so that you can continue the bleaching process at home with a less powerful gel. By using the gel and the trays on a regular basis, you can touch up and continue the bleaching process. Or, if some years later you notice your teeth shade fading, you can use the trays and gel to bleach again, without having to go through the in-office procedure. Cosmetic dentistry can provide a host of restorative benefits for your smile. This summer, make a commitment to get a healthy, more confident smile. Talk to your Houston dentist about cosmetic dentistry, your goals for treatment, and which options may be best for your teeth. In as little as one appointment, you can be smiling brighter this summer.
Sean Hartmen writes for leading dentist in Houston, Dr. Ellen Lim. She is a graduate of the dental program at Northwestern University in Chicago and has been in private practice since 1990. Dr. Lim, Houston dentist, strives to keep current with the latest advances in dental technology, cosmetic and general dentistry.
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