Cosmetic Dentistry - Common Smile Problems
Cosmetic Dentistry serving Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Many of our cosmetic dentistry patients come to us with questions about what we can do for their smile problems, so we've put together a short list of some of the most common issues we hear about, and what types of solutions we can offer.
Of course, if you don't see your problem here, call or email us today to schedule your personal consultation with Dr. George in her Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania office. She and her friendly, knowledgeable team will be happy to listen to your concerns and answer your questions personally.
Crooked teeth
Many of our adult cosmetic dentistry patients come to us with teeth that are slightly crooked in appearance. Some didn't have their teeth straightened as children because the problem was not serious enough for braces, some developed problems later in life, and some just aren't happy with the results of their straightening.
In many of these cases, we are able to correct these problems using thin, sturdy, natural looking, porcelain veneers.
With porcelain veneers, we can even out these minor problems and affix the veneers to the front of the natural teeth, leaving you with a straight, even looking, natural smile, at a fraction of the time and cost of braces.
Gaps between teeth
Many people, due to irregular spacing, have visible diastemas, or gaps between their teeth. These gaps are not harmful in any way, and many of our patients are unconcerned or even pleased with this, others find it unattractive and seek out cosmetic treatment for the condition.
For patients who are looking for a cosmetic treatment for their diastema, we offer options including porcelain veneers and dental bonding to fill in these gaps.
Dingy, discolored teeth
Dark, stained, and discolored teeth are one of the most common complaints we hear from our cosmetic dentistry patients. Fortunately, we offer a range of solutions to these problems, including professional chairside and at-home tooth whitening treatments, as well as dental bonding and porcelain veneers for deep and stubborn staining.
Cracks and chips
Whether due to injury or normal wear and tear, many people end up with small but unsightly cracks and chips in their teeth. While these may not be cause serious structural problems, they can detract from an otherwise healthy, beautiful smile.
Whether the damage to your tooth enamel is serious or not, we offer solutions that can both strengthen your teeth and restore your clean, flawless smile.
Porcelain veneers offer a comprehensive solution to surface abnormalities, staining, and even slight structural problems with the teeth. We also offer state of the art dental bonding solutions for tooth resurfacing.
Unsightly metal- mercury fillings
Traditional metal-mercury amalgam fillings are generally a strong, durable solution for filling cavities, but unfortunately, they are dark, dull, unattractive, and expand and contract within the hard enamel which causes microfractures as well.
For patients who are uncomfortable with the appearance of their metal-mercury fillings, we offer tooth-colored fillings including both porcelain fillings and white composite fillings.
Other problems with your smile?
No matter what your problem with your smile, we can help you find just the solution that's right for you.
Call or email us today to schedule your personal consultation about cosmetic dentistry with Dr. George and her friendly team in our Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area cosmetic dentistry office.
