Cosmetic Dentistry

A smile can be the most eye-catching feature of your face. Discolored, chipped or crooked teeth can be corrected through modern advances in dental technology.

Bleaching

Bleaching can whiten teeth that are discolored or stained and can be done in approximately 1 1/2 hours with our in-office "power bleaching". A custom made tray is then fabricated for your mouth that holds a bleaching gel, which is placed over your teeth for continued at-home bleaching. Treatment time will vary depending on your teeth and the type of result you are expecting.

Veneers/Laminates

Porcelain Veneers are egg shell thin porcelain coverings placed over prepared teeth in order to correct things like size, shape , position, color, and wear. To achieve a natural look with porcelain veneers Dr. Cieplak personalizes individual characteristics. This is achieved through masculine or feminine tooth arrangement, proper lip support and determination of a pleasing smile line for your facial contour. One other key aspect in obtaining a natural looking smile is the type and shade of the veneered teeth and the ability and skill of the laboratory technician. This technique is popular among models, actors and actresses because of the beauty and longevity these restorations offer. In fact, Dr. Cieplak uses the same laboratories in Hollywood that make the stars teeth. The time to complete the procedure can be as little as two weeks. Straight, white perfect teeth can take 10-15 years off of your appearance.

Natural tooth-colored fillings have become widely accepted and are often used in place of metallic restorations where aesthetics is a primary concern. There are even studies that show the use of certain tooth-colored materials can strengthen a tooth, making it a better choice than the metallic predecessor - amalgam. The type of tooth-colored restoration used most often in our office is ceramic.
 

Ceramic Restorations
Ceramic fillings come in several different types that can be used for different situations. Ceramics are typically used for the larger and more broken down areas. In these cases, an inlay or onlay to cover more of the tooth's surface may be indicated. These restorations are indirect because they require two visits and fabrication by a dental laboratory. Ceramic restorations are much more durable than composites and will not stain. Naturally speaking, the final result with ceramics is spectacular.

What about Cost?

Like all purchases, cost is relative to value. To some, a $100,000 luxury vehicle is an inexpensive acquisition, while to most of us, it is expensive. The same holds true for cosmetic dentistry.

The cost of cosmetic procedures can vary from as little as $300 to as much as $50,000. That is because cosmetic procedures run the gamut from tooth bleaching, to complex and accurate resculpting and restoration. You can start with a simple and modest procedure at minimal expense. The best approach may be to schedule a brief consultation to discuss your desired smile improvements.