Smiling has been known to improve positivity. Unfortunately, many people don't show off their smile as much as they should, since they don't love the way it likes. Some common reasons people don't love their smiles include discoloration and the appearance of stains that have built up over time. Or perhaps, your teeth have since become crooked. Maybe, you're just tired of your smile altogether. Regardless of your concern, cosmetic dentistry has become increasingly popular and can help you achieve the smile you've always wanted.
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Remove Stains With Professional Teeth Whitening
It is not uncommon for teeth to stain over time. After all, red wine, tea, dark soda (like Cola), and coffee are all known contributors to teeth discoloration. If this situation sounds familiar, professional teeth whitening might be in order. Our team offers professional teeth whitening kits to be used in-office or as a take-home kit.
At an in-office treatment, your dentist in Winnipeg will brush a whitening (bleaching) gel over your teeth. At times, they may use a light to accelerate the process, lasting about 20 minutes. When the light is used, it will penetrate your enamel and alter the color pigment within your teeth. This same process happens with your at-home kit. The only difference is it will be at a more gradual pace if an LED light is not included in the package.
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Straighten Your Teeth With Invisalign
Let's face it; the thought of you wearing traditional metal braces might not hold a lot of appeal. Fortunately, many found Invisalign to be a popular alternative in cosmetic dentistry. Patients with Invisalign can still treat crooked teeth using clear, removable aligners instead of the wire and bracket combination. These aligners must be worn for between 20 and 22 hours a day, meaning they can be removed for meals so you can still eat what you enjoy. Depending on the corrections' severity, patients typically only wear Invisalign for a year before achieving the straighter smile they've always wanted!
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Reshape Gums To Show Off Your Beautiful Teeth
If you find your smile is "gummy" or uneven, you might consider a gum reshaping treatment. In this procedure, a dental specialist can improve your smile by reshaping your gumline to be less noticeable. Gum reshaping involves removing excess gum tissue or the restoration of gum tissue that has become uneven. In one visit, a dentist near you will apply local anesthesia. Once numb, a scalpel or soft tissue laser will be used to shape your gums to refocus the attention back on your teeth.
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Create The Smile of Your Dreams With Bonding & Veneers
Working with a dentist near you, you might decide that a more tailored treatment improves the shape, color, and overall look of the smile. Your smile makeover might include the use of bonding and veneers.
The process of dental bonding is so simple, most times, your dentist won't even use anesthesia! At your appointment, a dentist near you will show you a tooth shading guide to select a color that matches your natural teeth. Your dentist will then roughen your tooth on the surface and apply a bonding liquid on your tooth. This liquid can be molded and shaped over your tooth and hardened once the desired look has been achieved.
Alternatively, you and your dentist might decide that porcelain dental veneers are a better solution to achieving your desired smile. A veneer is a thin shell for your tooth that is bonded to the front of your natural tooth. Each shell is added to improve the overall color, shape, or size of your tooth.
Learn More About Cosmetic Dentist By Visiting a Dentist Near You
At Polo Park Dental, we specialize in cosmetic dentistry in Winnipeg. To book a consultation, appointments can be made online or by calling (204) 774-2521.