Another year is here, and 2014 may be full of renewal and promise for you. Unfortunately, if your teeth are not in good shape, the only way to hide that fact is by not smiling. How can you hope to have a happy new year without feeling confident and free to flash a glowing grin? Fortunately, you have options. Even patients in need of complex treatment plans are often surprised how multi-tasking many of the dental procedures from your Glencoe cosmetic dentist, Dr. Brent A. Engelberg, can be. Sometimes even minor changes can make big differences in your smile.
Dental Bonding
One of the simplest cosmetic procedures is dental bonding. Dr. Engeleberg uses tooth-colored composite resin material to cover up small chips or cracks. Cosmetic dental bonding utilizes the same material that is implemented in tooth-colored fillings. Once the composite material is sufficiently molded and bonded, it is cured with a light for hardening. Finally, sculpting and polishing tools are used to put the finishing touches on your new smile. Dental bonding is not only a fast and simple solution for chipped teeth, but the procedure can also be used to fill in excessive gaps between teeth that might make you uncomfortable.
Lifting the Gums
A smile is much more than just teeth. Gum tissue that is overgrown, excessive, or uneven can be distracting. An over-abundance of gingival tissue can make your teeth appear too small for your mouth. A gum lift is a gentle procedure that utilizes laser technology to reshape the gumline. Many people report that their gum lift procedure is completely pain-free, and sutures are generally not necessary with any laser dental procedure. Reducing the mass of gum tissue and/or reshaping your gums for a nice even frame to your smile can result in a dramatic positive change.
A New Smile for 2014 from Glencoe Cosmetic Dentist
Your cosmetic dentist in Glencoe offers procedures that can help with a number of dental issues, including white fillings. You can reach our 60022 dentist office at 847-259-8030. We are happy to serve patients in Northbrook, Deerfield, Highland Park, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Vernon Hills, Lincolnshire, Libertyville, Skokie, Evanston, Palatine, Schaumburg, Elk Grove Village, Rolling Meadows, Northwest Chicago Suburbs, and Northern Chicago Suburbs.
