Cosmetic dentistry is one of the most cost-effective ways to improve your appearance. Are you someone that is not confident with your current smile? Perhaps you are always hiding your teeth in pictures. A beautiful, bright, healthy smile can increase self-confidence and overall life satisfaction. If this is something you are looking to achieve, Marquette Dentistry is here to assist you. With the help of our professionals, you will have the smile you have always dreamed of.
Many regular dental treatments can be cosmetic. Did you know that modern tooth-colored fillings are virtually invisible when compared to traditional silver fillings? Dental technology has advanced substantially over the years and has made it possible for people to have a smile that looks beautiful and natural. Tooth-colored crowns or caps can be placed instead of gold or silver. The days of being self-conscious because you have a mouth filled with silver or gold crowns are over. In this section, we will look at some of the best treatments we can use to greatly improve your smile and the way you feel about yourself.
ClearCorrect
The days of having a metal mouth are over. ClearCorrect is now the clear alternative to metal braces.
ClearCorrect is a breakthrough technology that straightens teeth with a series of clear, virtually invisible, custom-molded aligners. These aligners replace the wires and brackets of the past, making orthodontic care practically unnoticeable to others. If you are someone that is looking to have straighter teeth, but you have always been hesitant because of the look of braces, you no longer have to be with the help of ClearCorrect aligners. And, unlike braces of the past, these clear aligners can be removed while you eat and brush your teeth.
The average ClearCorrect course of treatment takes about a year. During that time, you will change to a new set of aligners every two weeks. Each set of aligners gently moves your teeth one step closer to their optimal position until you develop a beautiful, healthy smile.
Unlike traditional braces, few people will even know you’re wearing ClearCorrect. Each aligner is nearly invisible unlike metal braces of the past. With ClearCorrect aligners, you can have the confidence you need while looking great at work, at school, and with friends. It’s a new type of orthodontics, helping you look good now to look great in the future!
ClearCorrect has been proven effective in both clinical research and in dental practices nationwide and can treat:
- Crowded teeth
- Gaps in teeth
- Shifting of teeth after braces
Best of all, ClearCorrect helps improve your overall health, including:
- Healthier gums
- Easier cleanings
- Improved chewing
- Reduced risk of abnormal tooth wear
- Improved speech
- A greater sense of well-being
Please call us to schedule a consultation to see if ClearCorrect is right for you. Remember, with ClearCorrect, there’s nothing to hide. As a result, you will be able to achieve the smile you want without the hassle of bulky, metal braces.
Zoom!
A great smile is one of the first things people notice about you. Making a lasting impression is something that we are all trying to achieve and having a great smile helps.
Are you someone that is worried about having dull, gray or yellowed teeth? If so, you’re not alone. Many everyday things like coffee, tea and wine can significantly dull teeth. Some foods, such as berries and chocolate, can stain teeth. And the dulling effects of both aging and smoking are easy to see as well.
Fortunately, Zoom! Whitening enables us to significantly brighten your smile in just one visit with our cosmetic dentistry.
The advantages are excellent:
- Significant whitening results in just one visit
- Long lasting
- Low sensitivity
- Proven safe
Comparison of Whitening Options
| Treatment Length | Avg. Result |
Zoom! | 45 minutes/one visit | 8 shades |
Professional Home trays | 7 – 14 days | 6 shades |
Whitening strips/Paint on gel | 7 – 30 days | 3 – 4 shades |
Whitening Toothpaste | 30 days + | 1 – 2 shades |
A shade is a color matching key used by dentists to determine the brightness of teeth. An 8-shade shift in whiteness is excellent and can be achieved with Zoom! Whitening in just one office visit.
Please join us today and you can walk away with the brighter smile you have always wanted.
Other whitening systems don’t compare to the Zoom! Chariside Whitening System. Nothing whitens better or faster.
Read more at the Zoom! FAQ.
Porcelain Veneers
Are you someone that is constantly worried about the jagged edges on your front teeth? Perhaps you are self-conscious of the chipped tooth you have. If this sound like you, you are not alone and there is help with porcelain veneers. With porcelain veneers, our professionals have the ability to completely reshape your teeth for a beautiful, white smile.
The Problem:
- Stained or discolored teeth
- Unsightly gaps between front teeth
- Chipped teeth
- Rough or jagged edges on front teeth
- Teeth that are too small or large in proportion to the rest of the mouth
- Crooked teeth
- Worn teeth
The Solution:
A porcelain laminate (often called a veneer) is a thin shell of porcelain that covers the front of each tooth. They bond directly to the front of the tooth, similar to the way artificial fingernails work. Each porcelain laminate is a work of art, carefully crafted in a laboratory to fit your individual smile. Overall. porcelain veneers are a great solution for those wanting a smile that is uniform, brighter, and durable.
Advantages:
In the hands of a highly skilled dentist, porcelain laminates can provide you with an incredibly natural, beautiful smile. They are virtually undetectable and can dramatically improve your appearance. They are durable and long-lasting when compared to other cosmetic treatments. Because of this, porcelain veneers are becoming increasingly popular to transform the mouth completely.
Disadvantages:
Although they are highly durable, porcelain laminates are not permanent. Well crafted laminates will last many years, but will eventually need to be replaced.
Alternatives:
Porcelain laminates are an excellent investment. However, they are not appropriate for teeth with excessive decay. In those cases, porcelain crowns are the only alternative. In the event that you desire only to improve tooth alignment, orthodontic treatment may be another alternative.
Bonding
Are you someone that is suffering from having multiple teeth that are chipped? Perhaps you are dealing with a front tooth gap that is deterring your confidence. If this is the case, you can restore chipped teeth and fill gaps between teeth with the help of bonding.
The problem:
- Unsightly gaps between front teeth
- Slightly chipped teeth
- Rough or jagged edges on front teeth
- Dull colored or stained teeth
The solution:
Composite resin is a white, tooth colored material that can be shaded to match your teeth. Once a shade has been matched to your teeth, the material is applied to your teeth and sculpted to cover or replace the problem area. The material bonds to the surface of your teeth like a glue. It is often “cured” or hardened with an intense ultraviolet light.
Advantages:
When skillfully applied and sculpted, this material allows you to have a natural, beautiful improvement in your smile.
Disadvantages:
Bonding is initially less expensive than porcelain veneers. However, it tends to break down and discolor in several years and will need to be replaced. For this reason, porcelain restorations are usually more cost effective over time.
Alternatives:
Porcelain laminates or crowns are an excellent, longer lasting alternative. Bonding is initially less expensive than porcelain veneers. However, it tends to break down and discolor in several years and will need to be replaced. Therefore, over time, bonding can cost more than the initial cost for porcelain veneers. For this reason, porcelain restorations are usually more cost effective over time with our cosmetic dentistry.