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Orthodontics
Description: Branch of dentistry dealing with the correction of teeth and jaws that are positioned improperly. Indications: Misaligned, crowded, or gapped teeth. Expected outcomes: Straighter teeth, better bite, improved oral health.
Tooth Contouring and Reshaping
Description: Removing small amounts of tooth enamel to change a tooth's length, shape, or surface. Indications: Irregularly shaped teeth, small chips. Expected outcomes: More pleasing appearance and sometimes improved bite.
Enameloplasty
Description: The removal of a small amount of tooth enamel to change a tooth’s appearance. Indications: Minor misshapen teeth, overlong teeth, slight overlap. Expected outcomes: Subtle changes to tooth shape for a more even smile.
Incognito Braces
Description: Customized lingual braces that are completely hidden from view. Indications: Ideal for those who need braces but want a discreet option. Expected outcomes: Effective teeth straightening without visible hardware.
Full Mouth Reconstruction
Description: Rehabilitation of the entire mouth's dentition. Indications: Severe dental issues due to trauma, decay, or other health concerns. Expected outcomes: Restored function, health, and appearance of all teeth.
Bite Reclamation
Description: Correction of teeth that have been worn down due to bruxism (teeth grinding) or acid reflux. Indications: Closed smile or shorter facial profile due to wear. Expected outcomes: Restored vertical dimension of the occlusion (bite) and improved smile and facial profile.
Lingual Braces
Description: Braces placed on the backside of teeth, hidden from view. Indications: Patients seeking orthodontic treatment without visible braces. Expected outcomes: Straight teeth without visible brackets and wires.
Composite Fillings
Description: Tooth-colored fillings that repair a damaged or decayed tooth. Indications: Cavities, chipped teeth, and minor gaps. Expected outcomes: Restoration of tooth functionality and appearance.
Snap-On Smile
Description: Removable appliance that snaps over the natural teeth to improve appearance. Indications: Temporary solution for stained, chipped, crooked, or missing teeth. Expected outcomes: Instant improvement in the aesthetics of the smile without invasive procedures.
Smile Makeover
Description: Comprehensive assessment and treatments designed to improve the overall appearance of a person's smile. Indications: Multiple cosmetic issues such as discoloration, misalignment, and missing teeth. Expected outcomes: Aesthetic improvements tailored to individual desires.
Ceramic Brackets
Description: Tooth-colored braces that blend in more naturally with teeth. Indications: Aesthetic concerns with traditional metal braces. Expected outcomes: Straightened teeth without the prominent look of metal.
Teeth Whitening
Description: A process to lighten teeth and remove stains and discoloration. Indications: Tooth discoloration due to food, drink, smoking, or age. Expected outcomes: Brighter and whiter teeth.
Dental Crowns
Description: A tooth-shaped cap placed over a tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. Indications: Weak, broken, or worn down teeth. Expected outcomes: Improved tooth integrity and esthetics.
Gum Contouring
Description: Reshaping of the gum line to create a more appealing smile. Indications: Excess gingival display or uneven gum lines. Expected outcomes: Balanced, symmetrical gum line relative to the teeth.
Dental Implants
Description: Titanium screws that replace the roots of missing teeth, topped with a crown. Indications: Tooth loss due to decay, periodontal disease, or injury. Expected outcomes: Replacement of missing teeth with a look and feel that is very natural.
Clear Aligners
Description: Transparent, plastic form of dental braces used to adjust teeth. Indications: Mild to moderate misalignment, particularly in adults. Expected outcomes: Straighter teeth with a nearly invisible treatment method.
Dentures
Description: Removable replacements for missing teeth and surrounding tissues. Indications: Loss of natural teeth due to decay, periodontal disease, or injury. Expected outcomes: Restored ability to eat and speak properly, improved facial appearance.
Dental Veneers
Description: Thin custom-made shells designed to cover the front surface of teeth. Indications: Chipped, broken, discolored, or smaller-than-average teeth. Expected outcomes: A uniform, white, beautiful smile.
Inlays and Onlays
Description: Indirect fillings made from porcelain or composite materials used to fill decayed or damaged teeth. Indications: Tooth decay or structural damage. Expected outcomes: Restoration of tooth shape and preventing further decay.
Dental Bonding
Description: Application of a tooth-colored resin material using adhesives and a high intensity curing light. Indications: Chipped, cracked, misshapen, or stained teeth. Expected outcomes: Restoration of tooth appearance and function.
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