Common Dental Procedures to fix Your Teeth

If you are looking for a way to fix your teeth, you are not alone.  Most people are unhappy with the look, shape or size of their teeth.  Today's advanced dental procedures and treatments make it possible to fix your teeth in little time without busting your budget.

Here is a look at some of the best ways to revitalize your smile.

Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is one of the most popular ways to remedy unsightly teeth.  Teeth eventually stain and discolor over time.  People who consume foods and drinks like wine, coffee and berries tend to have stained teeth due to the acidity of these treats. Fortunately, teeth whitening will lighten your teeth, eliminate stains and ensure you have a uniform tooth hue across the entirety of your mouth.

Fix Your Teeth With Veneers

While veneers function similar to crowns, there is an important distinction between these two popular smile solutions. Veneers do not cover the tooth in its entirety.  Rather, veneers cover the front sides of the tooth.  Dentists tend to favor veneers as they allow for the preservation of the tooth's natural structure.

The dentist takes an impression of the tooth to form the porcelain veneer.  The dentists then attach the veneer during the subsequent visit.  Once your veneer is in place, you will look forward to the opportunity to smile, laugh and talk in the presence of others.

Bonding

If cost is a concern, bonding might be ideal as it is a cheaper form of veneers.  Bonding involves the application of an etching solution that has materials colored just like teeth.  Discuss veneers and bonding with your dentist to determine which is best to fix your teeth.

Dental Implants Will Beautify Your Smile

If you have gaps between your teeth, a tooth that requires extraction or a tooth that is significantly damaged, a dental implant might be the optimal solution.  Dental implants are superior to removable dentures in nearly every way.  There is no risk for the implant to fall out as it is surgically attached to the jaw bone.

Your dental implant is topped off with a crown that resembles an actual tooth.  The implant can last upwards of several decades.  The best part is dental implants remain a lovely shade of white for years.

Crowns

Crowns are used to restore a damaged or worn tooth.  The crown restores the tooth's shape while simultaneously guarding against additional damage.  Crowns can be made in a single day yet they last longer than most other dental restorations.

Today's crowns are advanced to the point that molds of your unique teeth are made to ensure the crown's groove and ridges are just right for your nuanced mouth.

Fix Your Teeth With Invisalign® or Braces

Braces and Invisalign can remedy those crooked or spaced teeth.  Braces can even correct underbites, overbites and additional teeth and jaw issues.  The appeal of Invisalign® is it cannot be seen with the naked eye unless the viewer is right up close to the teeth.  This is a comfortable, quick and visually pleasing means of fixing your teeth.

Call (312) 509-9492 to schedule an appointment with Smiles On Michigan in our Chicago dental office.