Sciota, Pennsylvania
When we smile, we exude confidence and friendliness. But because of common dental imperfections, some people are self-conscious about their smiles. Because of that, they either smile without showing their teeth, or they otherwise hide the one physical attribute that people first notice about them. This can, unfortunately, sometimes be perceived as an overly serious, unpleasant person who is always mad and/or unfriendly.
A winning grin is one of your most precious and memorable assets. Let’s look today with our cosmetic dentist in Sciota at ways we can address imperfections in your smile that make you feel self-conscious and may lead people to get the wrong impression of you.
Teeth whitening
The primary complaint we hear from our cosmetic dental patients is tooth discoloration.
Teeth can become stained and discolored over time due to several factors, including:
- Diet — Food and drinks we consume, including coffee, tea, dark sodas, red wine, tomato-based sauces, chocolate and dark berries — can cause surface stains on our teeth.
- Tobacco use – Smoking or chewing tobacco introduces nicotine and tar to your teeth, leading to yellowing and deep-set stains.
- Aging – As we age, the enamel on our teeth naturally thins, revealing the yellowish dentin underneath.
- Medications – Certain medications, including some antibiotics and antihistamines, can lead to tooth discoloration as a side effect.
Our teeth whitening treatments in Sciota use professional-grade whitening products to drastically whiten and brighten your teeth in just one visit to our office!
Veneers
If you have intrinsic (internal) staining of your teeth due to medications, fluorosis (excessive exposure to fluoride as a child) or trauma, our Sciota cosmetic dentist will oftentimes recommend dental veneers.
Veneers are wafer-thin shells made of porcelain or composite resin that cover imperfections on teeth, including:
- Discoloration
- Chips
- Cracks
- Misshapen teeth
- Slightly misaligned teeth
- Gaps between teeth
Dental bonding
Dental bonding addresses many of the same issues as veneers except it’s more affordable and takes only one visit to our Sciota dental office, whereas veneers usually take at least two. Bonding involves our skilled cosmetic dentist applying a tooth-colored composite resin to the affected tooth, then carefully sculpting it and hardening it with a special light.
Invisalign
Orthodontic dentistry has come so far since the days when metal braces were the only option to straighten teeth. Invisalign clear aligners discreetly straighten teeth over time — usually in half the time it takes braces — using a series of medical-grade, smooth, clear plastic trays.
Smile makeover
A smile makeover is a customized treatment plan that combines two or more restorative and cosmetic dental treatments to enhance the appearance of your smile and improve your self-confidence.
Cosmetic dentistry in Sciota, PA
Your smile plays a significant role in how people perceive you. Let it show the confident, happy, friendly person you really are. Call us at Chestnuthill Dental, (570) 865-7929, or reach out to us online today.
