Doctors at Aesthetic Dental Associates,
Inc. have extensive experience and training in the latest techniques and treatment
of difficult and challenging dental problems, including:
Our staff is highly trained in state-of-the-art
techniques and procedures to treat many diverse and complex dental
conditions to restore optimum function and aesthetics. These include
crowns, veneers, dental
implants, and TMD-jaw joint problems.
When decay is more extensive, a crown (cap) is recommended. The exciting
news is that now you can have a crown that gives you the strength, beauty,
translucency and feel of a natural tooth.
If you are not happy with the alignment, color or form of your teeth, you
can greatly improve your smile with ceramic veneers. A veneer is a thin
layer of porcelain that is bonded to the front of your teeth and becomes
part of the tooth. Typically, for optimal esthetics, multiple teeth may
need to be veneered.
Defective or unsightly "fillings" can be replaced by all-ceramic
inlays...an exciting tooth colored material that is bonded to the tooth
for added support. Instead of simply being held in by cement, this bonding
process can improve the strength and beauty of your tooth.
Are you missing one or more teeth? Are you unhappy
with
your teeth or smile? Do you want natural- looking replacement teeth? Does
wearing a denture restrict your ability to eat and smile comfortably?
Dental implants can replace missing teeth for people of all ages, young
and old. Nearly everyone is a candidate for dental implants, and there are
very few medical conditions that would rule out dental implant treatment.
As part of your treatment evaluation, your dental team will carefully
review your medical and oral health and examine the condition of your
teeth and gums, as well as the amount and quality of your jawbone.
Specific x-rays and models will help your prosthodontist determine whether
you are a dental implant candidate.
There are two different surgical procedures for dental implant placement.
Contact Aesthetic Dental Associates, Inc. to discuss which one is best for you.
With a two step system, the implant is placed in the jawbone below the gum
line, which is then surtured over and allowed to heal. After a healing
process a second stage is necessary to open the gum so that the tooth can
be replaced. With a one step or single-stage system only one surgical
procedure is required. At the time of placement the top of the implant is
level with the gums and remains visible. After an adequate healing period
the tooth replacement phase can proceed without the need for a second
surgical procedure. The healing phase ranges from six weeks to six months
depending on each individual’s clinical requirements. In order to make
your replacement tooth, your prosthodontist will need to make x- rays,
impressions, bite registration records and various fittings. As a result
of these efforts and years of experience, your replacement tooth will
blend beautifully with your existing teeth and function normally.
What is a Composite Resin Filing?
Aesthetic Dental Associates use composite resin (plastic white) fillings,
instead of "silver" mercury. Composite fillings help support and hold a
tooth together, making it less likely to fracture. They are also
cosmetically superior because their color can be matched to the color of
the tooth, making the filling almost invisible.
Tooth whitening is a process that lightens discolored
enamel and dentin. Studies have shown that proper use of
dentist-monitored, whitening systems are an effective way of enhancing
your smile. Almost anyone can benefit from tooth whitening.
Aesthetic Dental Associates can determine if you are a good
candidate for home whitening through a thorough oral examination and
diagnosis.
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