Cosmetic Dentistry
Transcript: CALL(office): (314) 270-8552 CALL(cell): (314) 497-3729 EMAIL: mawhitedds@aol.com VISIT: 3750 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Suite 102 ASK: Dr.White today about the best option for your smile! Crowns are a great option for patients with extensive dental damage or tooth decay, a crown covers the entire surface of the tooth to strengthen it or to improve appearance. For patients with dental damage or decay, especially on the front teeth, fillings are a great option to help improve appearance. A permanent option for patients with missing teeth, bridges help close the gap and maintain the shape of your smile [whitening] Whitening For patients looking to reshape their smile or fix cosmetic defects, veneers give you the option to chose the color and the shape of the veneer that covers the front of the tooth. [veneers] Procedure Procedure 1. On your first visit the outer decayed portion of the tooth will be removed by Dr. White. Then, he will take an impression of your mouth. Finally, he will give you a temporary crown to wear while he makes your permanent crown. 2. After about two weeks you will return to have your crown adjusted and cemented into place. Project By: Alyssa Cockerline [invisalign] [bridge] 1. If Invisalign is right for you, on your first visit, Dr. White will take X-Rays and impressions of your teeth, and set up a treatment plan. 2. After about two weeks, you will receive your first aligner. 3. Every two weeks you will receive a new aligner until your teeth are corrected based on your treatment plan. Used for patients interested in straightening their teeth. Typically, this near invisible treatment is used with teens and adults looking for an alternative to noticeable metal braces. Before & After 1. A filling procedure will be completed in one office visit. After the decayed tooth is numb, Dr. White will remove the damaged portion of the tooth. From there he will fill the damaged area, shape, and polish it to match your other teeth. COSMETIC DENTISTRY Kor Whitening-Deep System. Retrieved July 30, 2015, from http://www.korwhitening.com/gallery.asp Teeth Straightening with Invisalign Invisible Braces. Retrieved July 30, 2015, from http://www.invisalign.com/how-Invisalign-works/treatment-process Webster Dental Care St. Louis Family Dentistry. (2015). Retrieved July 29, 2015, from websterdentalcare.com White, M. (Dentists) (2015, June). Internship. Education conducted by observation. Proceedure [invisalign] [crowns] [fillings] 1. On your first visit you will get impressions of your teeth. 2. After about two weeks you will be able to pick up your witening trays and bleach from Dr.White's office. 3. For 10 days, every six months you will wear your bleaching trays as you sleep, and wake up to a whiter smile! Procedure Bridges Invisalign 1. On your first appointment you receive an X-Ray and impressions of your teeth. Dr. White will then place a temporary bridge for comfort and appearance while your permanent bride is being made. 2. After several weeks, your permanent bridge will be placed in your mouth and adjusted to the correct fit. 3. Bridges typically last around 5 years so it will be crucial to stay up to date with appointments in case you need a new one. Before & After Before & After For More Information: BEFORE & AFTER Dr. White offers a variety of cosmetic dental services to help improve your smile, including: crowns veneers invisalign whitening bridges fillings Ask today for more information! [crowns] Veneers 1. If veneers are right for you, on your first appointment, the teeth that will receive the veneers are reduced. Then, impressions will be taken of your teeth. From there, you and Dr. White will decide on the shape and color of your veneers. 2. On your second appointment, the porcine veneers will be cemented on to the front of your teeth in a virtually painless procedure. 3. You may experience sensitivity for a few days following the veneer placement, but they will function normally from there. [whitening] References [veneers] Before & After [fillings] For patients interested in brightening their smile, cosmetic whitening allows you to whiten your natural natural teeth. [bridge] Procedure Fillings Procedure Crowns Before & After