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Cosmetic Dentistry

About Cosmetic Dentistry

Brickyard Dental Group is experienced at providing state-of-the-art smile makeovers to achieve dramatic improvements in the appearance of patients’ teeth and overall smiles. Maybe you are interested in teeth whitening or a smile makeover which considers several cosmetic aspects of the teeth and smile.

Teeth Whitening and Bleaching

Teeth whitening is a easy process you can do in your dentists office or even at home with a little guidance. Teeth whitening products contain specific bleaches that break stains into smaller pieces. In turn, this makes your teeth much whiter. So you’re not simply changing the color of the stains, but actually removing them.

Dental Bonding

Dental bonding is the easiest and least expensive compared to crowns and veneers. Veneers and crowns are usually made in a lab, where bonding is done completely in the dental office and most procedures can be done in one visit unless there are multiple teeth to repair. Also, not as much tooth is removed for bonding compared to veneers and crowns and usually does not require anesthesia unless dental bonding is being used to fill a cavity.

Dental Veneers

Dental veneers are thin, custom made laminates designed to be applied to the front surface of your teeth improving their appearance. Veneers can change the color, shape, size, and length of your teeth once they are bonded to the original tooth.
Veneers are made from resin composites or more commonly from porcelain. Porcelain will not stain as easy and look more natural. Your dentist will help you decide the best material to use in your situation.

Smile Makeover

Individuals may want to change the shade, size, shape, and/or alignment of teeth, while also repairing dental damage, replacing old dental work, and/or restoring oral health can achieve all of their goals with a planned smile makeover.

Common Goals of a Smile Makeover

Brighter, whiter teeth

Brighter, whiter teeth

A more even and proportional gumline

A more even and proportional gumline

Replacement of damaged dental restorations

Replacement of damaged dental restorations

Repair of dental damage

Repair of dental damage

Straighter smile

Straighter smile

Reduction of gaps between teeth

Reduction of gaps between teeth

Longer, more optimally shaped teeth

Longer, more optimally shaped teeth

A younger-looking smile

A younger-looking smile