Cosmetic dentistry is a subtle blend of medicine and aesthetics, with the ultimate goal of producing results that are completely natural looking. Throughout their careers, the doctors have consistently met this goal, giving thousands of patients the ideal smiles they have always dreamed of having. They take pride in offering individualized care to their patients, helping them to set realistic goals and creating plans tailored around their specific needs. In addition, the doctors and their staff continually educate themselves on advancements in cosmetic dentistry, expanding their practice to include those procedures and technologies that will make the dental experience more pleasant and comfortable.

The following cosmetic dentistry options can be performed either individually or in various combinations as part of a comprehensive plan. We invite you to read about these procedures and then to contact Simpsonville Dental Associates to schedule a consultation. During this consultation, the doctors will openly and honestly discuss your options – including sedation dentistry – with you.

Tooth Whitening
White teeth are essential to a beautiful smile. When your teeth become stained or discolored, your smile begins to lose its natural radiance. Fortunately, advances in dental technology allow us to treat even the most persistent stains, including those caused by coffee, tea, and tobacco. Through our advanced tooth whitening procedures, we can help you regain the brilliant, stunning smile you desire.

The latest innovation in tooth whitening is the revolutionary take-home bleaching kit. This kit is ideal for those who want to maximize their results while minimizing the amount of time they spend in-office. Our doctors will provide you with a bleaching gel formulated especially for you. This solution is placed in a custom-fitted tray that can be worn at your convenience. Many people wear the tray overnight, peacefully sleeping through the entire whitening process. The process is quick and convenient, and the results are immediate.

To learn more about how we can help give you a brighter, more attractive smile, please contact Simpsonville Dental Associates today.

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One of the primary advantages of porcelain veneers is their resilience. The porcelain material is strong, durable, and highly stain resistant. With proper care, your veneers will give you a flawless, confident smile for many years to come.

If you would like to schedule a consultation to find out if porcelain veneers are the best option for you, please contact Simpsonville Dental today.

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Dental Bonding
An efficient, extremely effective alternative to veneers and crowns, dental bonding produces exceptional results in as little as a single office visit. During the procedure, one of our doctors will place a strong tooth-colored resin material onto your tooth, sculpting and polishing it until it is indistinguishable from your surrounding natural teeth. When exposed to a high-intensity ultraviolet light, the resin hardens, and the procedure is complete. The bonding material, while not as durable or stain resistant as the porcelain used in veneers and crowns, will endure for years with proper care. In any event, the immediate visible improvements make dental bonding ideal for many patients.

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Cosmetic Dentures
Whether you prefer traditional removable dentures or implant supported dentures, our doctors will personally monitor the development of the materials to ensure a natural look and a comfortable, secure fit. Cosmetic dentures are essentially indistinguishable from natural teeth, restoring both function and beauty to your mouth. In addition to their medical expertise, our doctors have a highly developed sense of aesthetics that allow them to achieve superior results for their patients. Regardless of whether you are a first-time denture wearer or someone who has worn dentures for years, our doctors can help you regain the confidence and poise that come with having a mouth full of healthy, beautiful, natural looking teeth.

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Tooth Colored Fillings
Tooth-colored fillings have always presented a more aesthetically pleasing alternative to traditional silver and amalgam fillings. However, due to evolving technology, they are now also stronger and more durable than their metallic counterparts. Indeed, a small filling may last a lifetime without ever requiring repair, while larger fillings should last for many years with appropriate care. Plus, tooth-colored fillings feel and function more like your natural teeth, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile with increased confidence and comfort.

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Porcelain Crowns
Porcelain crowns – or “caps,” as they are sometimes called – are an excellent solution to repairing and strengthening badly damaged teeth. Like veneers, they dramatically improve the appearance of your teeth; however, unlike veneers, they cover the entire surface area of the tooth, helping to prevent weaker teeth from cracking or breaking. By strengthening these weaker teeth, they effectively reduce or eliminate pain, sensitivity, and difficulty with chewing and speaking. They are also commonly used to keep loose fillings in place. Whatever else their function, they will mask imperfections in the teeth, giving you a more pleasing, attractive smile.

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Porcelain Bridges
As its name implies, a porcelain dental bridge literally bridges the gap where a tooth is missing. The bridge consists of an artificial tooth and two porcelain crowns, one for each natural tooth on either side of the gap. Our doctors customize the bridge to fit snugly and comfortably in your mouth, fixing it into place so that it cannot fall out or be removed by hand. The results are remarkably natural looking and extremely strong, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile with full confidence.

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Invisible Braces
Although they are not, strictly speaking, cosmetic appliances, our invisible braces offer a number of aesthetic advantages over traditional braces. In the past, braces could be cumbersome and awkward; however, modern braces are generally discreet and even stylish. Unlike old-fashioned braces, which required that a metal band and a bracket be placed around each individual tooth, modern braces involve ultra-thin, extremely comfortable wire, as well as brackets that are bonded directly to the front of the teeth. The process of orthodontic correction, which generally lasts between 18 and 30 months, is more comfortable and gentle than ever before. And, because modern braces are virtually invisible, you won’t have to wait until their removal to flash an attractive, confident smile.

Many people still operate under the misconception that “braces are for children.” While our doctors have certainly fitted many children for braces – and love to make a difference in their young lives – they perform the procedure on people of all ages. Orthodontic problems can affect people at any age, and can be effectively treated at any age. Correcting orthodontic problems is essential not only to a beautiful smile but also to the overall health of your teeth and mouth.

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If you are interested in learning more about any of the cosmetic dentistry procedures we offer, or if you would like to schedule a complimentary cosmetic consultation, please contact Simpsonville Dental Associates today.