Why Choose Porcelain Veneers

Every patient has unique smile goals. While some can be easily accomplished with minimal treatment, others may require more advanced care. For patients looking to improve the uniformity of their dentition quickly and permanently, porcelain veneers may be the best solution to achieving a beautiful smile. If you are considering this cosmetic dental treatment option, consider the following.

Comprehensive Treatment
Veneers are not one-size-fits-all. Different patients need different types in order to achieve their ideal smile. At Aesthetic Dentistry of Scottsdale, our comprehensive cosmetic consultation allows Dr. Michael Kelly to take an in-depth look at your smile in sections and as a whole. With this in-depth evaluation, our Scottsdale cosmetic dentist is able to determine which type of veneer best suits your unique smile and will yield lasting results.

Personalized Cosmetics
Convenient, prep-less veneers and in-office made veneers are limited in how customized they can be. These veneers may provide the right shape, but the color and overall aesthetics can make the treatment look out of place with the rest of the smile. As veneers are permanent, this leaves patients with the problem of having to seek additional cosmetic care to match the rest of the smile to the veneers.

In contrast, porcelain veneers at our Scottsdale cosmetic dental practice are manufactured in a trusted lab. As a result, trained technicians design the veneer to precisely match neighboring teeth, creating ideal uniformity in symmetry and shade with the rest of the smile.

Conservative Cosmetic Treatment
Ideally, cosmetic dental treatments should enhance the overall health of the dentition. Some cosmetic dental improvements may not be right for a patients mouth, and it’s important to understand that Porcelain veneers may not be right for you, but that’s up to the dentist to decide. For patients looking for a conservative yet lasting method for achieving ta beautiful, uniform smile, porcelain veneers are the ideal option. While a small portion of the tooth does need to be removed to ensure the veneers look and feel smooth, this process is much less invasive than other cosmetic alternatives such as crowns. Overall, veneers provide a great balance between conservative care and lasting aesthetics.

Versatile Care
Choosing the right cosmetic treatment for your smile can be challenging. Ultimately, patients want their investment in the aesthetics of their smile to last. However, some cosmetic dental solutions may not be right for your personal dentition and may not sufficiently address your dental problems. It’s your job to work with the dentist to find the right solution to improve your dental health. Porcelain veneers can be used to cover a number of aesthetic dental flaws, ranging from deep inner-tooth staining to chipped or cracked teeth. As the veneers are made of highly durable porcelain, this treatment option is designed to provide a long-term cosmetic improvement to the dentition.

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At Aesthetic Dentistry of Scottsdale, we believe that all patients deserve the opportunity to improve the look of their smile. With personalized porcelain veneers, our cosmetic dentist in Scottsdale is able to help individuals achieve their ideal smile. For more information about the advantages of veneers or to schedule your cosmetic consultation, contact our team today.

Alternatives to Amalgam Fillings and Metal Restorations

While deemed safe by the Food and Drug Administration, there has been a recent push for the discontinued use of amalgam fillings in dentistry. From concerns over the long-term safety of these mercury-based restorations to the aesthetic disadvantages that come with metal fillings, innovation in dental technology has seen the development of more aesthetic, non-metal restorations for patients of varying needs. Some of the more popular alternatives to metal fillings include:

Composite Resin Fillings
Also known as tooth-colored or white fillings, composite resin fillings are among the most common alternative to traditional amalgam restorations. This metal-free alternative is made of an acrylic resin reinforced with powdered glass filler and can be customized to match the precise shade of the affected tooth. As the white filling blends in naturally and is highly durable, composite fillings serve as an ideal alternative to metal fillings.

Porcelain Inlays and Onlays:
Depending on the extent of damage, patients may be recommended a porcelain inlay or onlay. Unlike composite fillings, which are molded to fit within the tooth and made of a combination of materials, inlays and onlays are made of pure porcelain and manufactured at a dental laboratory. Inlays and onlays provide more comprehensive tooth coverage than a filling and are tailored to blend in naturally with the rest of a patient’s teeth.

Porcelain Crowns:
In some cases, a filling, onlay, or inlay may not provide sufficient coverage to a damaged tooth. Porcelain crowns can be recommended to effectively reinforce tooth structure, allowing patients to enjoy restored oral function and health without the aesthetic disadvantages of a metal crown or metal-fused-to-porcelain crown. In addition to providing patients with a highly durable and lasting alternative to metal crowns or fillings, porcelain crowns at Aesthetic Dentistry of Scottsdale can be created in our office to meet lab-quality standards.

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At our Scottsdale cosmetic dental practice, Dr. Michael Kelly and his team are proud to offer patients a number of alternatives to amalgam and metal-based restorations. In addition to metal-free restorative care, Aesthetic Dentistry of Scottsdale also offers amalgam-filling removal in accordance to IAOMT standards. From the removal of metal fillings to the placement of composite fillings and other metal-free alternatives, our team is committed to providing patients with beautiful, healthy smiles.