Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry has skyrocketed in popularity over the past few decades. At Cornelius Dental Clinic, we specialize in several cosmetic services aimed at improving the appearance of your teeth and overall smile. From minor cosmetic changes to full-tooth restorations, we have got you covered!
SMILE MAKEOVERS
Most people have one or two small things they wish they could do to improve their smiles. Sometimes, though, someone wishes that they could change pretty much everything about their smile.
Learn more about some of the services that can help improve your smile.
TEETH WHITENING
One of the most common complaints we receive involves the brightness of our patients’ smiles. For this reason, we offer professional teeth whitening treatment. Teeth whitening is one of the most basic and cost-effective ways to improve your smile.
Learn more about brightening your smile with teeth whitening.
DENTAL VENEERS
A dental veneer is a razor-thin shell that is bonded to the front surface of a tooth. Like our dental crowns, our veneers are typically made from porcelain. Veneers can be used to fix teeth that are severely discolored, worn down, chipped or broken, misaligned, uneven, irregularly shaped, or even gapped. During the procedure, we have to remove a small amount of enamel to accommodate the thickness of the veneer. For this reason, the veneer procedure is considered irreversible.
Read more about regular veneers.
DENTAL BONDING
Patients looking for a less-invasive and more cost-effective solution may benefit from dental bonding. Dental bonding involves the application of composite resin, a putty-like material, to the surface of an aesthetically displeasing tooth. For example, dental bonding is an excellent solution for minor chips or cracks. During the procedure, the composite resin will be color-matched to the existing shade of your enamel, making it virtually indistinguishable from the rest of your tooth.
Read more about dental bonding.
PORCELAIN CROWNS
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that completely covers the visible portion of a damaged or decayed tooth. In previous years, a dental crown was fabricated using a gold or silver amalgam. These days, porcelain is usually the material of choice. Porcelain is a ceramic compound that mimics the light-reflective properties of natural enamel. It can also be textured and color-matched to your existing teeth. Thanks to porcelain and other ceramics, crowns can also be used to fix the aesthetics of an unsightly tooth.
Discover more of the benefits of porcelain crowns.
AESTHETIC GUM LIFT
While your teeth might be the center of your smile, your gums are an important part of it as well. Too much gum tissue around one or more teeth is going to distract from your smile. That does not mean that your gums need to stay that way.
Learn more about how we can give you gums that you love.
INVISALIGN® CLEAR ALIGNERS
We offer clear aligners as a discrete alternative to traditional orthodontic treatments, such as braces. Aligner treatment involves a series of trays that gradually move your teeth to a more proper position. We often recommend clear aligners for adult patients who do not want their treatment to get in the way of their personal or professional life.
Discover how clear aligners can discretely move your teeth.
SCHEDULE YOUR CONSULTATION
If you are unsatisfied with the current state of your smile, you may qualify for cosmetic dentistry! Call (503) 878-7474 to schedule your consultation now!