Unlocking Your Best Smile: A Guide to Cosmetic Dentistry at Silsby Family Dental
At Silsby Family Dental, we get to know grandkids and great-grandparents alike. Regardless of age, all our patients from across the Albion, New York, area desire to maintain or restore an attractive-looking smile. Fashions may come and go. Hairstyles are fickle. But a smile is eternally youthful and coveted. So, it should come as no surprise that Dr. Evan Silsby has invested in an array of cosmetic dentistry options to make over this central feature of your face.
How is cosmetic dentistry different from restorative dentistry?
True cosmetic dentistry services improve the appearance of imperfections in the teeth and gums. They are elective procedures designed for patients with otherwise healthy teeth with cosmetic concerns. Restorative dentistry is recommended for patients with underlying health concerns, such as cavities and gum disease. These procedures are essential to ease associated pain, treat the underlying condition, and restore the health of the affected tooth and tissues.
What concerns do you treat with cosmetic dentistry?
Imagine just about any way that your teeth may look less than their best. These concerns might include yellow or stained teeth, gaps between the teeth, signs of “wear and tear,” and size—and shape-related irregularities. Cosmetic dentistry services can treat these and other issues.
How do you treat these problems with cosmetic dentistry?
Professional whitening services can improve the appearance of stained or discolored teeth. For stubborn discoloration that doesn’t respond well to whitening, as well as other concerns mentioned above, we may recommend porcelain veneers. Lastly, Invisalign® is appropriate for cosmetic spacing issues. These clear aligners are highly versatile; they may be used to “fix” severe bite imbalances, more modest gaps, and uneven spacing.
What do you use for teeth whitening?
We use a leading brand, Opalescence™ teeth whitening systems. Their products have been scientifically proven to effectively and safely remove stubborn stains. Additionally, patients at Silsby Family Dental have a variety of options to choose from. They may opt to whiten their teeth in just one appointment with chairside or “power” whitening at our office. Or, they may select the “take-home” option, which involves using an appliance or whitening tray to apply the powerful whitening gel to the teeth each day until the desired level of brightness has been achieved.
What is the difference between bonding and veneers?
While both procedures may be used to improve the appearance of the same types of imperfections, they differ in how these transformations are supported. With porcelain veneers, Dr. Silsby can design stain-resistant, highly durable, and natural-looking ceramic shells, which are later secured to the teeth to camouflage imperfections.
So, whether you want to boost a single tooth or desire a multi-faceted and dramatic smile makeover, our Albion, NY, team wants to hear from you! Call (585) 589-4325 with more questions and to schedule a consultation today.
