Perfecting Your Smile
Cosmetic Dentistry is booming. Just ask Dr. Galia Anderson, Vancouver cosmetic dentist and owner of Enhance Dental Centre about patients who are determined to have a perfect smile, “More people are coming to the office with interest in cosmetic procedures.” With a wealth of information, finding your way to the perfect smile can be overwhelming.
In- Office Teeth whitening
- Most popular option also known as power bleaching or laser teeth whitening
- Dentist covers mouth and gums ; coats teeth with whitening gel with 20 to 35 percent hydrogen peroxide
- Dentist may also use a powerful light source to activate the bleaching agent
- Works well on brown and yellowish stains but not on well on gray tetracycline stains
- Not recommended for people with hypersensitive teeth and mouth tissue
Take Home Teeth Whitening
- Dentist takes impressions of teeth and constructs thin clear trays that fit your teeth
- You pick up your trays and whitening gel which is less concentrated than gel used for in- office bleaching.
- Apply daily for two weeks; longer if tobacco stained
- Depending on sensitivity, keep tray on for a few hours or overnight
- Can reuse trays for at-home touch-ups
Whitening Toothpaste
- Contain chemical or polishing agents to remove surface stains from teeth
- The Canadian Dental Association approves many products based on that they help with caries control as well as with prevention and reduction of gingivitis
Porcelain Veneers
- Also called porcelain laminates or “caps “
- Dentist constructs thin, custom-made shells of tooth-coloured material that are bonded permanently to your teeth
- Perfect solution for gaps discoloured or crooked teeth
- Last about 15 years and can correct sunken cheeks or make lips appear fuller
Bonding
- Used to close gaps and repair chipped teeth
- Cosmetic dentist trims or builds up teeth with composite resin that resembles tooth enamel
- Can last five years or more before repairs are needed
- Bonded teeth are susceptible to staining and can’t be whitened
- If you decide on this procedure. Vancouver Dentist, Dr. Galia Anderson suggests, “Make sure you schedule frequent dental cleaning to keep your enamel well maintained.”
Braces
- Good to repair crooked teeth and overbite
- Brace aren’t nearly as noticeable as they used to be with the development of clear plastic wiring and tooth-coloured ceramic brackets
- Choose metal with new wiring made of nickel and titanium to cut straightening time by a third of the time
Not sure which option is best for you? Vancouver Dentist, Dr. Galia Anderson suggests, “Drop by the office and I can help you determine the best way to get your perfect smile.” Dr. Galia Anderson is one of the few dentists in Vancouver that offers a wide range of services to the clients from Zoom! Teeth Whitening to a complete smile makeover.
For more information on cosmetic dentistry Services, visit Vancouver Dental Clinic online http://www.enhancedentalcentre.com or call 604.733.1022