Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry includes many procedures, such as bridges, fillings and CREC or Chairside Economical Restorations of Esthetic Ceramic — all to aid in making your smile better and healthier while fixing key parts of the mouth.

CEREC®

CEREC^® can benefit almost anyone needing a ceramic restoration. Exceptions include patients who have a prior history of breaking ceramic devices and those with a deep bite.

Additional advantages associated with CEREC^® include:

No temporary restorations
High-quality ceramic products
Minimal invasiveness
Less injections and discomfort
Fewer dental visits
Cost effectiveness
More natural tooth is saved
Long lasting restorations
Biocompatible solutions

COMPOSITE FILLINGS

A composite (tooth colored) filling is used to repair a tooth that is affected by decay, cracks, fractures, etc. The decayed or affected portion of the tooth will be removed and then filled with a composite filling. With different fillings Dr. Benton and the team will be sure to match it to the exact color of your teeth.

As with most dental restorations, composite fillings are not permanent and may someday have to be replaced. They are very durable and will last many years, giving you a long lasting and beautiful smile.

Reasons for composite fillings:

Chipped teeth
Closing space between two teeth
Cracked or broken teeth
Decayed teeth
Worn teeth

CROWNS AND CAPS

A crown or cap is a covering that encases the entire tooth surface restoring it to its original shape and size. A crown protects and strengthens tooth structure that cannot be restored with fillings or other types of restorations.

Although there are several types of crowns, porcelain (tooth colored crown) are the most popular because they resemble your natural teeth. They are highly durable and will last many years but like most dental restorations, they may eventually need to be replaced. Porcelain crowns are made to match the shape, size, and color of your teeth giving you a natural, long-lasting smile.

Reasons for crowns:

Broken or fractured teeth
Cosmetic enhancement
Decayed teeth
Fractured fillings
Large fillings
Tooth has a root canal

VENEERS

Veneers are very thin pieces of durable, tooth shaped porcelain that are custom made (for shape and color) by a professional dental laboratory. They are bonded onto the front of teeth to completely reshape your teeth and create a beautiful, attractive smile. However, with most dental restorations, veneers are not permanent and may someday need replacement.

Reasons for porcelain veneers:

Cosmetically, to create a uniform, white, beautiful smile
Crooked teeth
Misshapen teeth.
Severely discolored or stained teeth
Teeth that are too small or large
Unwanted or uneven spaces

FIXED BRIDGES

There are several types of bridges. You and your dentist will discuss the best options for your particular case. The “traditional bridge” is the most popular type and is usually made of porcelain fused to metal. Porcelain fixed bridges are most popular because they resemble your natural teeth. This type of bridge consists to two crowns that go over two anchoring teeth (abutment teeth) and are attached to artificial teeth, filling the gap created by one or more missing teeth.

Dental bridges are highly durable and will last many years; however, they may need replacement or need to be re-cemented due to normal wear.

Reasons for a fixed bridge:

Fill space of missing teeth
Maintain facial shape
Prevent remaining teeth from drifting out of position
Restore chewing and speaking ability
Restore your smile
Upgrade from a removable partial denture to a permanent dental appliance