White, or “tooth-colored” fillings are a dramatic improvement over the mercury-based metal fillings of the past.  A skilled cosmetic dentist can use resin composite material to custom-shape fillings that match… Read More

Among cosmetic dentistry procedures, tooth whitening is perhaps the most cost effective and rapid way to dramatically change the appearance of one’s smile. With tooth whitening performed in a the… Read More

Smile design, often referred to as a smile makeover, involves the combination of any number of cosmetic or restorative dentistry procedures to dramatically improve or enhance the appearance of a… Read More

The application of porcelain veneers is perhaps the most popular smile makeover treatment performed in cosmetic dentistry.  Veneers are thin shells of tooth-colored porcelain that are custom-fitted over the front… Read More

Many patients, especially adults, are unhappy with the crooked appearance of their teeth but do not want to wear traditional braces.  Not only do traditional, metal braces affect the appearance… Read More

When a patient has more gum than teeth showing or his or her gums appear disproportionately large, he or she is said to have a “gummy” smile.  This can make… Read More

Over time, gum disease, decay, and accidents can cause a person to lose his or her teeth. When a patient is missing one or more teeth, dentures are often the… Read More

When a tooth is damaged beyond what fillings, dental bonding, or porcelain veneers can repair, a dental crown, also known as a dental cap, is often the best remedy.  A… Read More

Dental bonding, completed with a tooth-colored resin composite material painted directly onto the tooth surface, is an excellent way to repair both cosmetic and structural flaws in the teeth. The… Read More

While traditional (or general) dentistry is focused on maintaining the health of a patient’s teeth and gums, cosmetic dentistry refers to dental treatments designed to improve or enhance the appearance… Read More