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Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry will give you healthy, radiant teeth. It is one of the most cost-effective ways to improve confidence and make you want to share your smile.

With state-of-the-art materials, and tested, trusted dental techniques, cosmetic dentistry improves appearance and enhances self-esteem. Composite fillings have mostly replaced traditional silver colored amalgams, while gold has largely given way to porcelain in the creation of bridges. Other techniques like teeth whitening and veneers can improve the color and/or shape of your natural smile.

Cosmetic Bonding
Cosmetic bonding rebuilds chips and fills in gaps with a resin that can be colored to blend with the surrounding teeth. The bonding adheres directly to the surface of the tooth and is hardened in place with bright ultraviolet light. Cosmetic bonding is an attractive option because it:

•	is cost effective
•	looks natural
•	improves tooth shape and color

Cosmetic dental bonding may require replacement. For this reason some patients prefer more permanent solutions such as dental crowns, bridges, and porcelain veneers. All these options should be discussed with your dentist.

Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening, as the name implies, is a process for making your smile brighter and more attractive. There are multiple safe and effective methods of teeth whitening. Dr. Flath and the dental staff at Flath Dentistry can help you decide which type would work best for you.

Crowns
Dentists use Crowns, or 'caps', for restoring severely decayed or fractured teeth. First, the dentist removes the damaged portion of the tooth. Then, a unique mold is taken and used to manufacture a crown out of gold or porcelain to fit and rebuild the tooth precisely. The crown is then fixed into place with special cement. Dental crowns provide the following benefits:

•	They restore the tooth's original shape and size
•	They help prevent decay from forming on the underlying tooth
•	They are durable and add strength to the tooth's structure
•	They often improve the appearance of the tooth.

Dental crowns help prevent the need for root canals and tooth extraction by reducing the risk of tooth fracture and tooth decay.

Porcelain Veneers
Dental veneers are custom crafted porcelain laminates fitted by a dentist over the front of an existing tooth. They bond directly to the front of the tooth, dramatically enhancing its shape, color, and appearance. Porcelain veneers are:

•	Virtually undetectable
•	Very durable
•	An effective way to improve smile appearance
•	Are sometimes an alternative to braces for straightening crooked front teeth.

Bridges
Dental bridges serve to replace one or more missing teeth. First, the dentist prepares the teeth on either side of the missing tooth to receive crowns. Then, a false tooth is attached between the two crowns. Once the crown-false tooth-crown combination is cemented into place, it 'bridges' the gap left by the missing tooth. Bridges offer several benefits:

•	They look like new teeth
•	They are a durable mouth fixture
•	They prevent surrounding teeth from shifting
•	They restore a more natural bite and chewing ability

For these reasons, dental bridges are a good investment. If a bridge is not possible, or the adjacent teeth don't need crowns, dental implants may be the best alternative. It is very important to Dr. Flath that you are aware of all your dental options.

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