It used to be very painful and expensive to repair cracked and discolored teeth. Today, it is amazing how cosmetic dentistry benefits the patient. Dentistry is so advanced, most procedures are relatively pain free and take little time to perform. Someone can have a new smile in less than 24 hours. This is especially beneficial for people who are nervous about dental visits.
The Dentists in Puyallup, WA perform a variety of cosmetic procedures. Dentists at Avenue Dental Care boost patients’ confidence with teeth whitening. Teeth whitening is done is less than an hour at the clinic. Avenue Dental Care also offers a Bleaching for Life program. Patients get a free bleaching kit and free refills at every dental appointment. One of the easiest procedures is cosmetic bonding. Dentists use a composite resin like a potter uses clay. The resin is soft and can be easily applied to fill in gaps and cracks. It is also used to cover discoloration on teeth. High intensity light dries the resin on the surface of the teeth.
Dentists at Dental Care Puyallup, WA, use porcelain veneers to correct smiles as well. Porcelain veneers are made from a thin layer of porcelain and fit over the natural teeth. Veneers are a fix for several problems, including crooked and discolored teeth. They are also used to lengthen and improve the shape of teeth. Placing veneers on the teeth only requires two visits.
CEREC crowns are part of the new dental technology. Crowns are permanent, porcelain coverings that fit over weakened teeth. CEREC 3-D technology is used for same-day crown procedures. The technology includes a 3D camera that takes a picture of a tooth. Next, the picture integrates with computer-aided design software (CAD) to make a precise replica of the tooth. CAD is the same software used to make jewelry. CEREC crowns are very strong and are color-matched to the teeth. No one will be able to tell it’s not a real tooth. CEREC eliminates the need for temporary crowns and making impressions. The technology also allows dentists to save more of the healthy part of a tooth. Advances in dental technology are making it easier for patients to visit the dentist.
