A smile is the first impression that you give someone. It lets your friends and family know how you’re feeling, makes you happier, and helps you live longer. When you’re afraid to show your smile or avoid social situations because of how your smile looks, you’re a great candidate for cosmetic dentistry.
Cosmetic dentistry is one of our dental services that addresses all your smile woes and helps you feel happy and confident. Transform your life by enhancing your smile. Call Dr. Kyle Clark at (940) 569-4901 or make an appointment online today.
Why Choose Cosmetic Dentistry?
Smiling is good for your physical and mental health. Smiling:
- It causes your brain to release endorphins. A release of endorphins can not only make you feel happier, but it can also increase blood flow, lowering your risk of stroke and heart disease.
- It lowers your stress levels, also because of the release of endorphins, and therefore reduces your blood pressure.
- Smiling boosts your immune system. Laughter is the best medicine. Smiling and laughing release serotonin, another neurotransmitter that makes you feel good and also helps keep you healthier.
Scientists say that even faking a smile can positively affect your health! If you stop yourself from smiling, you are affecting more than your mood. You are missing out on one of nature’s most pleasurable health boosters.
Cosmetic dentistry can address the following:
- Crooked teeth
- Gapped teeth
- Black triages
- Uneven gums
- Misshapen teeth
- Discolored teeth
- Short or worn teeth
If you’re unhappy with your smile, Dr. Clark can help. Make an appointment online or call (940) 569-4901 today.
Porcelain Veneers: The Most Popular Cosmetic Dental Procedure
As we age, our smiles can change dramatically – in ways that make us look a lot older than we need to. Your teeth might shift out of place and become crooked or crowded.
Teeth can darken significantly, taking the youthful sparkle out of those pearly whites. They can get short and worn down, collapsing the face and making lips look smaller. Each change can feel discouraging and really take a toll on your confidence.
At Burkburnett Family Dental, we have a solution that is so much better than hiding your smile – porcelain dental veneers. Porcelain veneers are thin shells of ceramic that strengthen and perfect your teeth. When they are created by dental artists, they allow light to pass through them, mimicking the light-handling properties of natural tooth enamel.
These thin shells are bonded to the front of your teeth to cover and correct almost any flaw. In fact, they are the perfect solution to a wide variety of cosmetic and structural dental problems such as broken, chipped, cracked, stained, discolored, crazed, crooked, overlapped, gapped, small, worn, or uneven teeth.
And because we use only the best labs and the highest quality materials, our porcelain veneers are so beautiful and natural-looking that people may wonder what has changed for the better and never realize you have had something done! Our veneers are as lustrous and subtle as your very own teeth.
Full-Mouth Restoration
Do you hide your smile? Do you struggle with a lack of self-esteem because your teeth are ground down or have suffered significant decay? Do you endure constant headaches, neck and shoulder pain, or clicking in your jaw?
Burkburnett Family Dental now offers full-mouth restorations to end your discomfort and help you regain your confidence. Full Mouth restorations restore your teeth, bite, and muscles from the base up and can include a variety of procedures, from tooth replacement with dental implants to crowns and porcelain veneers.
Dr. Clark has completed advanced training at the world-renowned Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies to offer hope to chronic pain sufferers and those embarrassed by their smiles in Burkburnett, Wichita Falls, and Iowa Park.
Dr. Clark’s new training will allow him to treat even the most complex cases of painful TMJ disorder and other jaw and bite-related disorders, such as migraines, tooth heat sensitivity, sore jaw muscles, and pain in the arms, neck, and shoulders, offering relief, comfort, renewed beauty, and balance.
Crown Lengthening
Broken teeth can be very upsetting – especially when they seem to be so badly damaged that you worry they might have to be pulled rather than restored. When a broken tooth is sitting so low in the gums, it seems there is no enamel for a crown or other restoration to attach to.
Crown lengthening from Burkburnett Family Dental can save your teeth and allow us to restore your smile without extracting or replacing any teeth. Dental crown lengthening lets us quickly and painlessly laser tissue from around the base of your broken tooth, exposing enamel and providing a firm foundation for our custom veneers, crowns, or bridges to be bonded to.
Using a laser to sculpt gum tissue eliminates the need for stitches, so there is no need for return visits to have those uncomfortable stitches removed. Plus, because the laser heals as it treats, there is never any bleeding. Most patients can have the procedure completed without anesthesia. It’s that fast and comfortable!
Gum Recontouring
Gummy smiles – lots of people have them, but most people find them to be both annoying and embarrassing. When too much gum tissue covers your smile, it can not only make your teeth look shorter and duller than they actually are, but it can also make cleaning your teeth properly more difficult, leaving you vulnerable to an increased risk of gum disease.
This overabundance of gum tissue, otherwise known as gum overgrowth, can be caused by a wide range of things, from hormones, heredity, poor oral hygiene, braces, and even certain medications.
But because Burkburnett Family Dental has invested in the latest soft-tissue-laser technology, we can quickly and conveniently sculpt away your excess gum tissue and release the beautiful, healthy smile that has been hiding there all along. Our laser shapes your gums without any cutting, bleeding, or need for stitches, so you can leave our office looking and feeling great!
Composite Bonding
Some stains, chips, or cracks are bad enough to cause embarrassment. But not quite bad enough to warrant a full porcelain restoration. When we see this kind of damage or flaw here in our Burkburnett dental office, we are always pleased to offer a conservative and budget-friendly alternative to more extensive cosmetic dentistry. Direct dental bonding is a restorative method that is both conservative and inexpensive and requires less preparation of the tooth than a porcelain veneer or crown does.
And because it is completed right here in our office, with no need for gooey impressions or return visits for placement, it is one of our most convenient cosmetic dentistry options as well. The fact that the procedure is custom-shaded in our office and applied directly to your tooth does necessitate an artistic eye for the most natural and aesthetically pleasing appearance – and Dr. Clark has that in spades. You’ll leave your visit with us with a repaired, restored, and beautified smile you can show off immediately!
Tooth Recontouring
Rough tooth edges, scratchy chips, and uneven tooth lines. They all seem to just ask your tongue to run over them again and again. That is not only irritating, it can also lead to canker sores and cuts. Those broken, uneven, ground-away tooth lines can be both embarrassing and uncomfortable.
We offer the practical and easy solution of tooth recontouring to our patients in Burkburnett and surrounding areas. Tooth shaping and contouring is fast, convenient, and affordable. When combined with dental bonding and tooth whitening, it can allow us to transform a smile on a wallet-friendly budget.
With tooth contouring, we can sculpt the shape of your smile, smoothing away rough spots, creating symmetry. We can even improve your bite for reduced jaw pain and headaches. Dr. Clark uses a delicate, rotating burr, much like the kind a jeweler uses to polish gold or silver, to fine-tune, perfect, and reshape your teeth to perfection.
Smile Whitening
Sometimes, all your smile needs to look incredible is a little pick-me-up with smile whitening. It’s true! Professional tooth whitening from Burkburnett Family Dental can not only brighten your teeth up to ten shades, but it can also make small irregularities and unevenness seem to disappear. Plus, professional tooth whitening offers safer, faster, and more predictable results than over-the-counter whitening from the drugstore.
We offer the incredible speed and efficiency of in-office whitening and the convenience and flexibility of take-home, prescription tooth bleaching. Both of our systems are created by Opalescence for a superior whitening experience with less sensitivity and no damage to your gums. The Opalescence gel contains potassium nitrate and fluoride to lower sensitivity and prevent tooth dehydration, common problems associated with other smile-whitening formulas.
In-office whitening can be completed in about an hour and offers the most dramatic results, while take-home whitening lets you whiten whenever and wherever you want. And with flavors like mint and melon, whitening will be something you can even look forward to! You don’t have to wait for a special occasion to treat yourself to a smile whitening. With Opalescence smile whitening, every day can be a reason to celebrate your gorgeous smile!
Frequently Asked Questions
We have answers to some of the most frequently asked questions our patients have about cosmetic dental care.
Do teeth turn yellow under veneers?
Teeth usually do not turn yellow underneath properly applied porcelain veneers. Veneers are stain-resistant and protect the underlying natural tooth from discoloration. However, some yellowing may occur around the edges of veneers over time. This is especially true with composite veneers. Good dental hygiene and regular dental check-ups are essential to maintain and prevent any potential discoloration issues.
Can I get porcelain veneers with missing teeth?
You can’t get porcelain veneers if you have missing teeth. Veneers are designed to cover the front surface of existing teeth. As a result, you need a solid tooth structure to attach them to. If you’re missing teeth, dental implants, bridges, or dentures would be better options. Once you replace missing teeth, you can consider veneers for the remaining teeth to enhance your smile.
How long does full mouth reconstruction last?
The lifespan of a full mouth reconstruction can vary. It usually depends on the types of procedures you get and the materials the dentist uses. It also depends on how well you maintain your oral health. On average, restorations like crowns, bridges, and veneers can last 10 to 15 years. Tooth Implants last about 20 years or more. On the other hand, composite fillings might need replacement sooner. Regular dental visits and good oral hygiene are key to extending the life of your full mouth reconstruction.
What is the difference between crown lengthening and gingivectomy?
Crown lengthening and gingivectomy are both dental procedures that involve reshaping gum tissue. However, they have different purposes. Crown lengthening removes gum tissue and sometimes bone to expose more of a tooth, often for restorative work. Conversely, gingivectomy removes excess gum tissue to treat gum disease or reduce pockets around teeth. The main difference is that crown lengthening exposes more of the tooth, while gingivectomy focuses on improving gum health.
How long does his smile whitening last?
The results of smile whitening typically last anywhere from a few months to a couple of years, depending on your habits and the method used. Professional whitening done by a dentist usually lasts longer, often around a year or more, while over-the-counter options might fade sooner. Factors like smoking, drinking coffee, tea, or red wine, and poor oral hygiene can shorten the effects. Touch-up treatments and good dental care are essential to maintaining a bright smile.
Do you get put to sleep for composite bonding?
No, you don’t get put to sleep for composite bonding. The procedure is usually painless and doesn’t require sedation. Dentists usually don’t need to use local anesthesia unless they’re also filling a cavity or working near a sensitive area. You’ll stay awake the whole time, and the process is quick, often taking just one visit.
Can cosmetic dentistry fix an overbite?
Yes, cosmetic dentistry can help improve the appearance of an overbite. However, it typically doesn’t correct the underlying bite issue. For mild cases, veneers or crowns can be used to reshape and lengthen the teeth, making the overbite less noticeable. However, We usually recommend orthodontic treatment like braces or Invisalign if the overbite is severe. In some cases, combining orthodontics and cosmetic dentistry might be the best approach to correct and enhance your smile.
Looking for Cosmetic Dentistry in Burkburnett
You don’t have to live with a damaged, discolored, or uneven smile! Call us at (940) 569-4901 to schedule your cosmetic consultation today!