My Teeth Are Really Broken Down and Worn. Can The Youthful Smile I Had Years Ago, Be Recreated?In many cases the answer is yes. If you have teeth that are worn, shifted, missing, broken, or a combination of these, full mouth reconstruction can be the answer. Full mouth reconstruction can restore your smile and at the same time, make eating easier and more comfortable.
I Had Some Crowns Placed Some Time Ago, and I Noticed That They Have a Dark Line at The Gum Line.
What Can I Do?
Many patients have this complaint. Until recently, crowns were done with porcelain fused to metal. Unfortunately, it is difficult to mask the dark color of the metal. Today's all porcelain crowns eliminate metal completely. That means no darkness at the gum line ever.
I Had Some Crowns Placed Some Time Ago, and I Noticed That They Have a Dark Line at The Gum Line. What Can I Do?
Many patients have this complaint. Until recently, crowns were done with porcelain fused to metal. Unfortunately, it is difficult to mask the dark color of the metal. Today's all porcelain crowns eliminate metal completely. That means no darkness at the gum line ever.
I Have a Single Dark Tooth in the Front. Can It Be Lightened?
This is a common problem. It is usually caused by a dead pulp in the tooth. A bleaching procedure may be used to lighten the tooth. In some cases a crown or a veneer may be the best approach.
I Have Teeth That Are Chipped. What Can I Do?
Small chips can often be replaced with a bonding procedure. A tooth colored material is used to recreate the lost tooth structure. The color and shape are blended to match the natural tooth. This can often be done without anesthesia.
My Teeth Are Crooked or Have Spaces. Do I Have To Get Braces to Straighten Them?
The answer to this question is, it depends. In some cases orthodontic treatment is the best approach. However, in other cases of misaligned (crooked) teeth, other methods may be used. Porcelain veneers are a breakthrough procedure that can correct this problem. Years of orthodontics can be replaced with veneer placement within two weeks!