What Is Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry encompasses not only the health of the teeth, but also their aesthetic value. Various products and procedures exist within cosmetic dentistry with the goal of improving both the well-being and visual beauty of one’s smile, giving the individual a higher level of self-confidence.
Cosmetic Dentistry Services In Melville, NY
Services provided by Dr. Shaw include the following:
- Tooth bleaching
- Porcelain veneers
- Tooth-colored fillings
- Dental implants
- Dentures
Veneers
Porcelain veneers are excellent esthetic restorations for some damaged, discolored and misaligned teeth. Veneers are permanent restorations, strongly bonded (adhered) to tooth structure. The continued advance in bonding agents make veneers predictable, long term restorations, where indicated. However, not all teeth are appropriately restored with veneers-we can help you decide whether you are a candidate for this service.
Fillings
Tooth decay results in the need to restore cavities to sound dental health. When modest in size and complexity, the restorative option of choice would usually be a tooth colored “composite” filling, which is much more esthetic than the older silver (amalgam) fillings, and are bonded, “chemically adhered”, to the tooth.
Dental Implants
Dental Implants, also known as Full arch implants, are an option for patients who are missing most or all of their teeth and are seeking to reconstruct their entire mouth for restored function and appearance. Missing teeth can lead to serious dental problems and can significantly inhibit a patient’s ability to eat, speak and smile. Several types of final restorations can be supported by full arch implant care to restore function and esthetics.
Fillings, Crowns, Bridges
Tooth decay results in the need to restore cavities to sound dental health. When modest in size and complexity, the restorative option of choice would usually be a tooth colored “composite” filling, which is much more esthetic than the older silver (amalgam) fillings, and are bonded, “chemically adhered”, to the tooth.
Bonding
Bonding is a technique that allows your Doctor to chemically adhere a tooth colored resin to your existing tooth, replacing lost structure in a conservative, painless process, oftentimes precluding the need for more complex, more expensive procedures.
Schedule A Dental Consultation In Melville
To learn more about our cosmetic dental services at Restorative & Implant Dentistry of Long Island (RIDLI), please call (631) 271-1522 or submit an online contact form to schedule an appointment. We serve Melville, NY and surrounding areas of Suffolk County.