New Year, New Smile with Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments

A new year is a perfect time to finally achieve that beautiful smile you’ve been dreaming of. Many people think of cosmetic dentistry as only being applicable to smiles that need whitening or straightening. This, however, is far from the truth! A dentist can perform a variety of cosmetic procedures to correct crooked teeth, misshapen gums, and a range of other issues that detract from your smile’s appearance. These treatments are elective; they are done to improve your smile rather than treat any health concerns you may have. 

Here are the most popular procedures:

Teeth Whitening Treatment

If you want to get a whiter smile for the new year, reach out to your dentist about professional teeth whitening in Mankato, MN. A professional whitening procedure can make your smile up to ten shades brighter in just one visit to the dentist’s office! The dentist will apply a special bleaching gel to your teeth. It will then be activated with a laser or a lamp to make it more effective at removing stains. Once the gel is applied, the dentist will shine the light on your teeth and activate the gel. After this is done, the gel will be removed from your mouth, and the process will be repeated two more times again. Your teeth will become several shades whiter after the appointment is complete. This can help you feel more confident about your smile in the new year and beyond.

Porcelain Veneers Treatment

Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you, so it makes sense that patients want their smiles to be as healthy and beautiful as possible. If your teeth are stained or chipped, you may feel self-conscious about smiling around others. Luckily, we offer cosmetic treatments to address common aesthetic concerns. Our porcelain veneers are a popular option because they offer our patients natural-looking results while addressing a range of imperfections at once. With porcelain veneers, we can completely transform the appearance of your smile in just one appointment! Veneers can be used to conceal:

• Stains and discolorations
• Misaligned teeth
• Chips and cracks
• Gaps between teeth
• Chipped or broken teeth
• Minor misalignments
• Uneven gum lines
• Mild crowding of teeth
• Teeth that are too small
• Slightly misshapen teeth

Before recommending this treatment, our dentist in Mankato, MN, will go over the pros and cons of getting veneers so you can decide if this is the right option for you. If you are a good candidate, we will prepare your teeth for the veneers by removing a small amount of enamel from the front surface of the teeth that will be covered by the veneers. Then we will take impressions of your mouth so the veneers can be fabricated in a lab. When the veneers are ready to be placed, you will return to our office so we can bond them to your teeth using special resin cement. This procedure is completed over the course of two appointments, but the results will be immediately visible when you look in the mirror after the procedure.

Dental Crown Procedure

A porcelain dental crown is a great way to address minor to moderate cosmetic flaws. A custom dental crown fits over a tooth and enhances the size, shape, and color of the affected tooth. This treatment can be used to protect teeth after a root canal or to restore broken or damaged teeth. Patients can also receive both front and back crowns. Many of our patients choose these treatments to make their teeth look whiter and brighter. Our dentist in Mankato, MN, also offers implant-supported restorations that use dental implants as a foundation for the crown.

We at Vose Family Dentistry provide the best dental treatment for patients to improve the appearance of their smiles. Call us at (507) 387-2255 to schedule an appointment.