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to advances in modern dental materials and techniques, your
dentist can help you attain the smile you've always wanted. The
contour, color and alignment of your teeth can be changed by
such cosmetic techniques as bleaching, bonding, veneers,
inlays, and orthodontics.
Bleaching
lightens stains or discoloration and
can be performed on living teeth or teeth that have undergone
root canal treatment.
Bonding
restores chipped, cracked, miscolored or misaligned teeth by
rebuilding the surface with a plastic or porcelain material.
Porcelain laminate veneers
bond custom-made tooth-shaped shells to correct or camouflage
discoloration, damage or misalignment.
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Inlays and onlays can be
tooth-colored restorations that are used on the chewing surfaces
of the back teeth. They can be placed instead of silver fillings
or to replace existing silver fillings.
Orthodontics
correct crowded teeth, misaligned teeth and bite problems in
children and adults.
The brightness of your smile may
be adversely affected by certain foods and beverages that can
stain your teeth.
Most stains can be removed or
reduced by professional cleaning.
To keep a healthy, bright smile,
daily care is a must. Regular brushing, flossing and visits to
your dentist will help minimize your risk of tooth decay and gum
disease. |
