Scranton 7/26/2012 9:59:31 PM
News / Health & Wellness

Restorative Dental Care for a Smile of Confidence

Regular dental visits provides for healthier teeth and gums, granting a smile of confidence. Neglecting oral care and dental check-ups can lead to disease and medical conditions. Research has shown that lack of oral hygiene and gum disease may be associated with heart disease, diabetes and stroke.

A variety of services are offered at the dental office, whether it is the qualified Pennsylvania dentist or other dentists nationwide. Maintaining routine dental care through examinations, cleanings and upkeep of your teeth and gums can afford you a smile to be proud of. Beyond routine attention, other dental care involves restorative dentistry, implants, teeth whitening, veneers and periodontal therapy for improved oral health.

Restorative dentistry can extend to cosmetic surgery in resolving many common oral health problems. Dental restorations are made to look and feel natural while improving an existing appearance. A general Pennsylvania dentist or other dentists nationwide can perform restorative dentistry procedures which involve diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the gums, teeth, jaw and face portions of the body.
 

Restorative dentistry involves dental crowns, dentures and bridges. Precision dental work guarantees a perfect fit and color-match. It may involve new crowns and implants or replacement of old crowns and bridges for a more natural look and feel.

Crowns are used to restore a chipped tooth, gaps in the teeth or any other damage as well as a decayed tooth, once the corrosion is removed. Porcelain crowns are meant to look like a natural tooth. Some crowns may be made of gold or silver.
 

With new and improved dental care and available materials, restorative dentistry can provide tooth replacement with a more natural appearance and color that will not change over the years. Restoration for a beautiful mouth and smile can be the placement of one tooth, a crown, partial, bridge or full set of dentures.
 

Teeth whitening is a popular service at the dental office. It is a cosmetic procedure to lighten the teeth and remove discoloration and stains. The service can range from one treatment in the office or can be a take-home do-it-yourself kit you do on your own. Zoom whitening cosmetic dentistry is an in-office procedure with the ability to brighten the effects of yellowing. This procedure takes about an hour. Procedures are relatively inexpensive while significantly improving the appearance of your teeth.
 

The enamel began as a sparkling white color and works to protect the teeth. Over time the enamel gets porous and starts holding in stains. Debris and further staining accumulates through wear and tear of normal eating. Teeth whitening procedures can remove the stains and debris associated with aging and diet.

Some choose the option of veneers to enhance a smile. The veneers are custom-made using the model of the current teeth and are bonded to damaged, misaligned or discolored teeth.

Advanced dental services include more cosmetic dentistry with newer treatments to improve your smile and oral health. Procedures in dentistry can solve problems with crooked teeth, a gummy smile, gaps in the teeth and aging discolored teeth. A gummy smile is when an excess amount of gum is visible with your smile, which can be corrected with periodontal surgery procedures.
 


Cosmetic procedures can also help with deteriorated teeth due to bad habits, injury or excessive wear. Implants may also be an option to replace missing teeth or stabilize dentures, as well as maintain tooth structure on either side of a missing tooth. A bridge is also used to correct a gap created by missing teeth. The bridge is two crowns placed on either side of tooth loss and are supported by natural teeth or implants. A crown may be composed of porcelain to have a natural look of the real teeth in color and shape.


Build your self-esteem with a smile of confidence through improved dental services and care. Regular oral hygiene will grant you healthier teeth and gums for a happier appearance you can be proud of.