SMILE ENHANCEMENT & AESTHETIC DENTISTRY
Our cosmetic dental services are designed to improve the appearance of your smile and may include teeth whitening, dental veneers, crowns, and bonding based on your individual goals and dental needs.
Florida Smiles Dental provides cosmetic dentistry at our Fort Lauderdale dental office and our Lighthouse Point dental office.
If the dentist finds any indications of a problem, the dentist will talk to you about your options and coach you through preventive measures to avoid future issues.
During the dental exam, this is your opportunity to talk to your dentist and ask questions you may have about your dental health. Do you need toothbrush recommendations or have questions about the discomfort you’ve been experiencing? This is the perfect time to ask. Your dentist can even provide a tutorial to show you how to brush your teeth and floss.
Dental crowns are a type of restorative dental prosthesis. They can fix missing or damaged teeth, covering them with a tooth-shaped and covered cap to preserve the look and function of your smile and mouth. This treatment does not require the removal of the natural tooth.
Crowns can be made from porcelain or metallic material, and some versions fuse porcelain to the metal. We also offer temporary crowns for certain dental problems.
To place a crown, your dentist may need to thin or trim the damaged tooth. They will then place a temporary crown while making the permanent crown, and you may need to be careful with what you eat while you have the temporary one. The permanent crown is more durable and will function like a normal tooth.
Choosing between veneers and dental crowns often requires the knowledge of our dental team. Both options treat similar problems and thus can be a solution for your aesthetic concerns. They are also the two most popular choices for cosmetic dentistry in Fort Lauderdale, outside of tooth whitening. Our dental team will help you decide which is the right option for you. In many cases, the level of the damage to your teeth will dictate which option you need. In general, veneers and crowns both do the same job, and the right solution will be the one that covers the type of damage you have while preserving your ability to eat and talk as you normally do. You will need the guidance of a dental professional to know which option is the best choice for your cosmetic concern, and we are happy to help.
Cosmetic dentistry focuses on improving the appearance of your teeth, gums, and smile. It addresses color, alignment, shape, and overall aesthetics. General dentistry is centered on diagnosing, preventing, and treating oral health issues.
People with healthy teeth and gums who want to improve their smile are typically good candidates. Cosmetic treatments are ideal for addressing concerns such as stained, chipped, gapped, or slightly misaligned teeth.
Common procedures include teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, dental crowns, and dental bonding. Whitening removes stains. Veneers cover the front of teeth to improve shape and color. Crowns restore damaged or worn teeth. Bonding fixes small chips or gaps with tooth-colored resin.
Results vary by procedure and oral care habits. Whitening can last 1 to 3 years. Veneers and crowns usually last 10 to 15 years. Bonding may last 5 to 7 years. Good hygiene and regular dental visits help extend results.
Most treatments involve minimal discomfort. Whitening and bonding are typically painless. Veneers and crowns may require local anesthesia during preparation. Any soreness is usually mild and temporary.
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