{"id":345,"date":"2015-07-30T16:16:17","date_gmt":"2015-07-30T23:16:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.smilesbygeorge.com\/smiles-by-george\/?p=345"},"modified":"2015-07-30T16:16:17","modified_gmt":"2015-07-30T23:16:17","slug":"is-cosmetic-dentistry-for-you-indianapolis-cosmetic-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.smilesbygeorge.com\/smiles-by-george\/is-cosmetic-dentistry-for-you-indianapolis-cosmetic-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Cosmetic Dentistry For You? | Indianapolis Cosmetic Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"selfie\"<\/a>In todays modern times cosmetic dentistry has advanced to the point where we can completely overhaul our smile, sometimes in as little as one visit. <\/span>Now a days cosmetic dentistry isn’t just for celebrities and the wealthy, there’s now a wide variety of options and price ranges that put a better smile within reach for many patients.<\/p>\n

Traditional dentistry addresses the health of your teeth and gums<\/span>, cosmetic dentistry focuses on the appearance of your teeth. From subtle changes to major overhauls with oral surgery, there are a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures that can treat teeth that are discolored, misshapen, chipped or missing.<\/p>\n

So is cosmetic dentistry right for you?<\/p>\n

Below are the most common cosmetic procedures:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Teeth whitening:<\/i><\/b> This procedure brightens teeth that are discolored or stained. Teeth whitening, or bleaching, can be done in a dentist’s office or at home with a system dispensed by the dentist.<\/i><\/p>\n

Bonding:<\/i><\/b> This can improve the appearance of teeth that are chipped, broken, cracked, stained, or have spaces in between them, by bonding tooth-colored materials to the tooth surface.<\/i><\/p>\n

Veneers: <\/i><\/b>These are thin, custom-made porcelain shells that cover the front of the teeth to disguise discoloration or imperfections.<\/i><\/p>\n

Tooth reshaping:<\/i><\/b> This procedure changes the teeth to improve their appearance by modifying or removing enamel. Tooth reshaping (also known as dental contouring) is often combined with bonding.<\/i><\/p>\n

Crown lengthening:<\/i><\/b> This can fix a “gummy” smile or an uneven gum line by removing excess gum tissue to expose more of the tooth’s crown and give the appearance of longer teeth. This involves minor oral surgery.<\/i><\/p>\n

Smile makeovers: <\/i><\/b>These procedures involve a comprehensive assessment of the overall appearance of the teeth and smile. Typically, several cosmetic dentistry procedures are required to overhaul the look of a patient’s smile. Think of it as a facelift for the mouth(Source: everydayhealth.com).<\/i><\/p>\n

Of course before having a cosmetic procedure done, your oral health must be in good shape. You need to have strong healthy teeth for a cosmetic procedure to work. Many patients think they can walk in with a existing problems (cavities, etc.) and walk out with a Hollywood smile; not understanding the chain of events that must occur prior to be a good cosmetic candidate.<\/p>\n

To determine if you are a good candidate for cosmetic procedures, and to find out which cosmetic procedure will give you the lasting smile you desire, contact Dr. Kirtley today!<\/p>\n

For more information on cosmetic dentistry\u00a0and to make an appointment call, Dr. Kirtley at 317-841-1111 or visit his website\u00a0\u00a0porcelainveneersindianapolis.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Dr. Kirtley gladly welcomes patients from Spring Hill, Beech Grove and Warren Park.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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