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PATIENT EDUCATION

Question: What is Invisalign?
Answer:
Your Invisalign treatment will consist of a series of aligners that you switch out about every two weeks. Each aligner is individually manufactured with exact calculations to gradually shift your teeth into place. And since your Invisalign system is custom-made for your teeth and your teeth only, with a plan devised by you and your dentist or orthodontist, you know you'll end up with a smile that truly fits.

If you're ready for a smile that transforms your appearance, Invisalign is your answer. Although there are many choices out there, no other works as effortlessly as the Invisalign system.

Invisalign is the best way to transform your smile without interfering with your day-to-day life.

Question: What is ZOOM! Teeth Whitening?
Answer:
Zoom! is a bleaching process that lightens discoloration of enamel and dentin.
COMPARISON OF TEETH WHITENING TREATMENTS
Type Time Duration Amount of Shades Lighter
ZOOM!
At Home Trays
Whitening Strips/Paint on Gel
Toothpaste
45 Minutes
7-14 Days
7-30 Days
1 Month +

Average of 8 shades
6 shades
3-4 shades
1-2 shades


*Whitening can get your smile looking its best. Non-professional procedures and clinically unproven teeth whitening tips can often lead to unsatisfactory results, you should look for a whitening procedure that is:

Fast and convenient
Long lasting
Low sensitivity
Proven to be safe and effective
Performed by a Dental Professional


Question: What is a Veneer?
Answer:
A veneer is a thin shell made out of porcelain or composite material. They are custom made and cemented to the front side of the tooth. A veneer can be used to treat dental conditions such as a slightly crooked tooth, discolored teeth, chipped teeth or they can even be
used to cover spaces in between the teeth.

A veneer can be made by the dentist or in a dental laboratory, depending on the materials used and the preference of the dentist.

Question: What is a Crown?
Answer:
Crowns are an ideal restoration for teeth which have been broken, or have been weakened by decay or a very large filling. The crown fits right over the remaining part of the tooth, making it strong and giving it the shape and contour of a natural tooth. Crowns are sometimes also known as caps.

Why would I need a crown?

There are a number of reasons:

1) The tooth may have been weakened by having a very large filling.

2) You may have discolored fillings and would like to improve the
    appearance of the tooth.

3) You may have had a root filling which will require a crown to
    protect it.

Question: What is a Denture?
Answer:
A partial or complete set of artificial teeth for either the upper or lower jaw, which can also be called a dental plate. Or it can be a complete set of removable artificial teeth for both jaws, which can also be called a plural.

 

 
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