Cosmetic Dentistry
Bleaching or Teeth Whitening
Dental bleaching, also known as tooth whitening, is a common procedure in general dentistry but most especially in the field of cosmetic dentistry. A child's deciduous teeth are generally whiter than the adult teeth that follow. As a person ages the adult teeth often become darker due to changes in the mineral structure of the tooth, as the enamel becomes less porous. Teeth can also become stained by bacterial pigments, foodstuffs and tobacco. Certain antibiotic medications (like tetracycline) can also lead to teeth stains or a reduction in the brilliance of the enamel.
There are two methods to whiten teeth: bleaching gel and laser bleaching. Traditionally, at-home whitening is done with bleaching gel which is applied to the teeth using thin guard trays. Oxidizing agents such as hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide are utilized to lighten the shade of the tooth. The oxidizing agent penetrates the porosities in the rod-like crystal structure of enamel and oxidizes interprismatic stain deposits; over a period of time, the dentin layer, lying underneath the enamel, is also bleached
Cosmetic dentistry, is comprehensive oral care that combines art and science to optimally improve dental health, aesthetics and function. Since your smile is the 1st thing people notice and the last thing that they forget, cosmetic dentistry helps you achieve that. Art. It is a word with many meanings. The music of a symphony, the work of painters and sculptors? all are examples of culture and artistry. We believe that dentistry is also an art form what is more beautiful than the lovely smile celebrated by artists down through the ages. We have created a dental practice dedicated to making your smile as beautiful as possible.
Composite Veneers
Composite veneers are a minimally-invasive type of tooth covering made using composite resin. The composite sits on top of your existing teeth, helping to shape the teeth into a more desirable appearance.
Ceramic Veneers
Ceramic Veneers are ultra-thin shells made of ceramic / porcelain, which are bonded to the front surface of the teeth. Porcelain veneers helps to improve the appearance of teeth which are worn, malformed, cracked, displaced or discoloured.
Composite Bonding
Dental bonding is a technique that has been used in cosmetic dentistry for many years and can transform your smile in just a single visit. The process involves the skilful/artistic use of the correct amount and colour of "dental composite", which is a mouldable material with a paste-like consistency made from synthetic resins and a variety of fillers, depending on the type used. Bonding is used for a variety of cosmetic dental procedures, including..
- Filling dental cavities - "white fillings"
- Replacing metal or amalgam fillings
- Repairing broken and chipped teeth
- Closing gaps between teeth (diastamas)
- Reshaping teeth
- Smile makeovers - composite veneers (although porcelain veneers are the better option for this)
