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 COSMETIC DENTISTRY

COSMETIC DENTISTRY
This can be anything done to correct imperfections in the appearance of the mouth. Anyone who is unhappy with their smile can have it fixed. The upper teeth show, usually, only when smiling, while the lower teeth remain hidden. This is reversed when talking, with the upper teeth remaining hidden while the lower teeth show. The color, alignment, spacing as well as regularity of the teeth are the characteristics that give the overall appearance. Any of these can be repaired to give a stunning look to the mouth.


We offer a wide variety of cosmetic options. Some of these options are whitening, smile design, recontouring of the shape of the teeth, veneers, bonding, and all ceramic/porcelain crowns.

WHITENING

This is the procedure of making teeth whiter, and therefore more attractive. Our office uses  LUMIBRITE Professional Whitening as well as Custom Tray Whitening.

LUMIBRITE Professional Whitening and After Care - Let Your Inner Radiance Shine!

Staining from coffee, wine, smoking, certain medications, genetics and age can slowly diminish the power of your smile.

With LUMIBRITE Professional Whitening we can whiten your smile up to 12 shades in an hour and over 8 shades in just 30 minutes!

LUMIBRITE Whitening System is an absolutely safe procedure that will not harm teeth or gums.

LUMIBRITE Whitening System uses the LUMIBRITE Light in conjunction with the LUMIBRITE Chairside Whitening Gel and can only be performed by a dental professional.

Maintenace trays are included in our one hour whitening procedure.

Custom Tray Whitening
The tray method involves having impressions taken from which laboratory fabricated custom vinyl trays are made. A carbamide peroxide gel is placed in these trays and the trays with gel are worn for about 1 hour, or overnight. The entire process takes 2-4 weeks of daily use. Three different strengths of gel may be used, however the higher the strength the greater the likelihood of reactions or tooth sensitivity. The tray method is recommended for badly stained teeth, and it may take several months of use to see significant color improvement. For maintenance of whitened teeth the trays should be used every several months.


VENEERS
Veneers are a dental procedure in which a covering is placed over the outside (visible area) of the tooth. Veneers are usually only done to the part of the teeth that are visible when talking or smiling. The procedure can be direct or indirect.

The direct technique usually involves placing composite resin on the outside of the tooth using bonding. This method is usually referred to as bonding.

The indirect technique usually involves two appointments because the veneers will be fabricated at a dental laboratory. At the first appointment the teeth are prepared, impressions taken, and the teeth are given a temporary covering. In two to three weeks the veneers are back from the laboratory, the temporaries are removed and the veneers are bonded to the teeth. The laboratory fabricated veneers are usually made using porcelain or pressed ceramic, and are very esthetic.

The advantage of veneers versus crowns is that much less tooth material is removed, and the procedure is generally less uncomfortable. Veneers are recommended for teeth that have large fillings or little tooth structure.

Our office uses LUMINEERS brand of veneers which offer...

  • Painless procedure
  • Sensitivity-free results
  • Permanently white results that last
  • Quick and easy process

LUMINEERS…accept nothing less! 
See the LUMINEER website at http://www.lumineers.com to learn details. 



307 Avenue H
Kentwood, LA 70444
985.229.8080