Dental Services
Statistics and Background
Cosmetic Dentistry
- The typical cosmetic dental patients are people between the ages of 31-50.
- In the past five years, nearly 40 percent of practices report growth of over 15 percent in the number of cosmetic dental procedures performed.
- According to a recent survey conducted by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), tooth whitening is the most requested cosmetic dental service (29%).
- Virtually all Americans (99.7%) believe a smile is an important social asset.
- 96 percent of adults believe an attractive smile makes a person more appealing to members of the opposite sex.
- 74 percent of adults feel an unattractive smile can hurt a person's chances for career success.
- According to research conducted by Beall Research & Training of Chicago for the AACD, a new smile will make you appear more intelligent, successful and wealthy to others.
- Gum lifts, also called crown lengthening, is a procedure that treats gum disease and improves the aesthetic appearance of the gum line. Patients requesting gum lifts have increased in the past three years; 80 percent of gum lifts are done in conjunction with porcelain veneers.
- The average number of dental implants procedure increased 49 percent in the past five years.
- Older adults are keeping their natural teeth longer because of scientific developments and the preventive emphasis in dentistry. The results of a survey released by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research showed that among persons aged 55 to 64, the rate of toothlessness dropped 60 percent since 1960.
BEFORE AND AFTER
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| This woman’s smile was rejuvenated with Porcelain VVeneers, giving her a fabulous and proportional smile. |
What Are Some Treatment Options?
With today's cosmetic dentistry procedures, it has never been easier to attain a beautiful, healthy smile...a smile that's dazzling, white, straight and even.
Dr. Singh takes into account your unique concerns to create the perfect smile for you. Depending on what you want your smile to look like, we will evaluate your smile and develop a treatment plan that matches your desires.
Treatment options may include:
Thinking About Cosmetic Dentistry?
Anyone who is unhappy with the appearance of his or her smile is a candidate for cosmetic dentistry. Today’s advanced cosmetic procedures can enhance your smile so it’s white, straight and at its best.
Here is what cosmetic dentistry can do for you:
- Close gaps between teeth
- Lengthen or shorten uneven teeth
- Whiten discolored or stained teeth
- Replace a missing tooth or teeth
- Repair chipped, broken or worn teeth
- Replace old metal fillings
- Reposition crowded teet
Ask yourself:
Do you ever smile with your mouth closed or hide your smile behind your hand to prevent others from seeing your teeth?
Does the appearance or color of your teeth embarrass you?
Do you avoid smiling because you don’t want people to see your teeth?
Do you have old metal fillings in your back teeth?
Top three tips for finding a dentist:
 BEFORE & AFTER PHOTOS: A picture speaks a thousand words. Ask to see photos of other patients who've had cosmetic service at the hand of your dentist.
REFERENCES: Speaking to other patients is the ideal way to get the inside scoop on your dentist. Many dentists will have patient references they can provide upon request.
CONTINUING EDUCATION: Be certain that your dentist has taken continuing education courses to keep him or her up to date with the latest techniques in clinical cosmetic dentistry.
A smile makeover can change your life –
Look younger, feel attractive and be confident.
A Smile is Worth a Thousand Words
Years ago, beautiful teeth were only for movie stars – but no longer! People seek cosmetic dentistry for a variety of reasons. The majority simply want to look younger and cosmetic dentistry is like a dental facelift that can quickly “reverse” the natural aging process of teeth. Our offices have invested in most advanced technology in the world of dentistry to make our patients’ experience comfortable and less time consuming so that we can deliver beautiful smiles that were not possible a few years ago. Procedures that once took many visits can now be accomplished in one short visit. We provide virtually painless dentistry with pinpoint accuracy and faster healing time.. It is really more of an art than a science. We work with our patients to determine which one or combination of procedures that will work best in transforming their smile. We will often use a combination of methods to get the results that you are looking for-- it can range from veneers, dental implants, crowns, orthodontic treatment to teeth whitening. Even the most subtle change in your smile can make a dramatic difference in the way you look and feel about yourself. A beautiful and healthy smile gets noticed and can transform your life!
Even if you weren’t born with the perfect smile, we can help you achieve one.
People seek cosmetic dentistry for a variety of reasons. The majority, simply want to look younger and cosmetic dentistry is like a dental facelift that can quickly “reverse” the natural aging process of teeth.
Here’s what cosmetic dentistry can do for you:
- Close gaps between teeth
- Whiten discolored or stained teeth
- Repair chipped and broken teeth
- Reposition crowded teeth
- Lengthen or shorten uneven teeth
- Replace a missing tooth or teeth
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