Does your smile not quite live up to your cosmetic expectations? Would you feel much better about the appearance of your smile if you could remove a bit of tissue here and a bit more there? If so, tooth contouring may offer you the gentle tissue reduction you need for a beautiful smile transformation. For… Read more »
Category: Cosmetic Dentistry
Achieve A Beautiful Smile Makeover
Ever thought about making over your smile? Have you ever felt like a smile transformation would be wonderful but you worry that you simply suffer from too many esthetic imperfections to achieve an improved grin? Fortunately, for patients who desire a truly dramatic improvement, we offer porcelain veneers. So, before you assume your list of… Read more »
Is Professional Teeth Whitening Worth It?
Teeth whitening is the most popular cosmetic dental treatment in the United States, says the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). In fact, when the AACD conducted a cosmetic dentistry survey, an overwhelming majority of respondents said that the one aspect of their smile they’d be most interested in changing was the brightness of their… Read more »
When Do I Need a Dental Crown?
When do I need a dental crown? Common situations that require them involve a broken tooth or one that develops a cavity. To return your tooth to full function and health, you may need a dental crown. Made from a variety of materials and able to address multiple dental health issues, a natural looking restoration… Read more »
What Is Tooth Contouring?
With all the popular books, TV shows, and movies, vampires are in…but you may not want to look like one. If your bicuspids are super pointy, verging on “vampire teeth,” they can be corrected with an easy and minimally invasive procedure. Odd shaped, unevenly shaped, chipped teeth, and overlapping teeth can all be remedied too…. Read more »
How to Take Great Care of Dental Veneers (and Other Porcelain Restorations)
As we discussed in our previous post, porcelain dental veneers provide an ideal solution for covering severe enamel stains, hiding misshapen teeth, and closing gaps that might be spoiling the overall beauty of your smile. These handy little cosmetic restorations are crafted from dental porcelain by dental technicians at specialized labs. On its own, porcelain… Read more »
The What, How, and Why of the “Instant Smile Makeover”
Surprisingly strong and exceedingly lifelike, porcelain veneers make up a crucial part of many smile makeover treatment plans. While many people assume that “getting veneers” means having these thin sheaths of porcelain placed on all the front teeth, some cosmetic treatment plans only include veneering one or two teeth. Today, we’re taking a closer look… Read more »
How to Get the Most from Your Teeth Whitening Treatment
Fed up with dull, yellow teeth ruining an otherwise lovely smile, you talked to your dentist about professional teeth whitening. You moved forward with treatment and now you’ve got your custom-fitted trays and syringes of whitening gel home. The steps you take during and after whitening your teeth at home can enhance your results safely.
Are Fuller Lips the Key to True Love?
Valentine’s Day is rapidly approaching and while a sense of humor and a confident, friendly attitude are important to establishing long term romance, lovely lips might be the key to nabbing a first date. Research reveals that fuller lips might be the key to helping women attract the attention of a potential date. Genetics play… Read more »
Cosmetic Dentist: When Teeth Whitening Won’t Work
Although effective in most situations, teeth whitening treatments may fail to remove certain stains from teeth. For this reason, your Ankeny IA cosmetic dentist, Dr. Erika Peddicord, encourages her patients to attend a consultation before choosing a treatment. During a consultation, Dr. Peddicord can examine your teeth to make sure they are healthy enough to… Read more »