You know those celebrities you see on TV, online or in the pages of your favorite gossip magazine? The ones with smiles that appear flawless? We have a secret to spoil … those perfect-looking smiles do not occur naturally. They are created through cosmetic dentistry. At Tenaglia Smiles, we are proud to offer these services to our patients in Okemos, Lansing, East Lansing and the surrounding areas. Today on the blog, let’s take a look at some of the most popular treatments in cosmetic dentistry.
Why should you see a cosmetic dentist?
While many dental practices offer cosmetic services, a true cosmetic dentist has studied this specialization on a post-graduate level. These professionals use their advanced training, in combination with quality materials and the latest advances in dental technology to produce beautiful results for their patients. Dr. Christine Tenaglia, Okemos’ award-winning dentist, has studied specializations such as cosmetic dentistry at prestigious facilities such as the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies; The Pankey Institute in Miami, Florida; and the Dawson Center in Tampa, Florida.
What treatments does a cosmetic dentist provide?
Teeth whitening – This is the most popular treatment performed in cosmetic dentistry, across the entire field. A whitening procedure can be completed in an hour or less, and brightening your smile by just a few shades can make a dramatic impact on the overall appearance of your teeth. Tenaglia Smiles offers two different methods to produce brighter teeth: the Zoom! Whitening System and GLO whitening.
Veneers – Veneers are thin pieces of material that are bonded permanently to the front of the tooth or teeth being treated. When placed by a skilled cosmetic dentist, veneers simultaneously resolve an assortment of potential aesthetic issues, including chips, cracks, fractures, the concealment of a gap between teeth, the appearance of mild crookedness or surface stains. Tenaglia Smiles works with veneers made of dental porcelain, a beautiful material that has a similar translucency to natural tooth enamel. We also offer Lumineers, which are extremely thin porcelain veneers that can be installed without needing to remove any of the existing tooth structure.
Laser gum recontouring – Do your gums rest too high on your teeth? This surplus gum tissue covers more of your teeth than is desired, resulting in what is known as a gummy smile. In the past, correcting this meant undergoing surgery performed by hand with a scalpel. Advances in cosmetic dentistry, however, mean that a skilled cosmetic dentist like Dr. Tenaglia can perform a gum recontouring using our precise dental laser. This device vaporizes excess gum tissue, and does so with minimal bleeding, discomfort or risk of infection.
Cosmetic dentistry in Okemos, Lansing and East Lansing in Michigan
Haven’t you waited long enough to get the beautiful smile you always wanted? Through our program of cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Tenaglia and her team at Tenaglia Smiles can give you a smile worthy of the red carpet in Hollywood. If you would like to find out more about these procedures or any of the other cosmetic services we offer, take the next step and schedule a consultation. Just give us a call at (517) 347-6733 or contact us online.