Improve Your Smile With Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry is a branch of dentistry focused on improving the appearance of your smile. This field of dentistry mainly focuses on the appearance of your smile; our dentists also focus on preventing or reversing common dental concerns such as cavities and gum disease. At Bay Area Dental, our dentist in Oakland, CA, offer numerous types of cosmetic dentistry procedures. 

If you have cosmetic dental issues, there’s no need to hide your smile any longer! 

The most common cosmetic dentistry procedures are:

Tooth Whitening

Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures. It’s perfect for patients who want to remove stains and discoloration from their teeth.

There are several different types of teeth whitening available, including:

In-office whitening: This chairside procedure is performed by a dentist in Oakland, CA, and uses stronger bleaching agents than at-home whitening. The bleaching agent is applied directly to the teeth. This is the quickest way to whiten teeth.

Take-home whitening trays: These custom-made trays are filled with bleaching gel. Patients wear the trays for a specified amount of time each day.

Take-home whitening strips: These thin, flexible strips are coated with whitening gel. Patients wear them for a specified amount of time each day.

Dental Veneers

Dental veneers are ultra-thin, custom-made shells that cover the front of your teeth. These shells are bonded to your teeth to cosmetically improve them. Veneers can be used to fix a wide range of cosmetic dental issues, such as gaps, misaligned teeth, irregularly shaped teeth, etc.

Dental Bonding

Dental bonding is a procedure in which a tooth-colored resin has adhered to a tooth. This resin can then be used to change the color, shape, or appearance of the tooth. It can also be used to close spaces between the teeth and to lengthen small or misshapen teeth. This procedure is typically completed in one office visit.

Dental Crowns

Dental crowns can help fix a tooth that’s broken or has severe decay. A crown can cover your entire tooth, which restores its function as well as its aesthetic appearance.

Dental Bridges

If you’ve lost a tooth, then you may want to consider a dental bridge. A dental bridge is a dental appliance that literally “bridges” the gap in your smile. A dental bridge consists of one or two dental crowns and one false tooth in between.

These crowns will be anchored to natural teeth on either side of the gap. Depending on the number of missing teeth, either one or two crowns will be needed. The false tooth or teeth will be anchored securely to the dental crowns.

Dental Implants

Dental implants are a popular choice among dental patients. These restorations, which are small titanium screws, are surgically placed into the jawbone. The implant is then restored with a crown to complete the restoration.

Dental implants are a permanent solution for missing teeth. They won’t slip out of place and will provide the look and feel of natural teeth.

To learn more about best practices for oral health, call Bay Area Dental at (510) 350-8187 or visit our dental office at 3300 Webster Street, #907, Oakland, CA 94609. Book your appointment with our dentist in Oakland, CA, to achieve the smile you have always wished for.