There Are Several Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments that Can Improve the Appearance of Your Smile

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Cosmetic dentistry is a branch of dentistry that improves the appearance of the teeth in your smile. Your dentist, Dr. Lee J. Cowles, DMD, is highly trained and experienced in a wide variety of these methods. The specific nature of the imperfections on the teeth in your smile will largely determine which method or methods your dentist recommends for you.

Should your smile suffer from chronic staining issues, we often suggest having a dental bleaching treatment administered. Once your teeth have been completely whitened, your dentist can help you maintain your white smile longer. This often involves suggested alternatives to certain foods and beverages known to cause stains on tooth enamel. It could also include using whitening toothpaste or whitening strips to remove minor surface stains from the teeth in your smile before they have a chance to set in.

Porcelain dental veneers are another cosmetic dentistry application that can improve the appearance of teeth with small chips and stains. The porcelain veneers are custom crafted to fit over the face of the teeth in your smile. They can be shaded to match any color of enamel you would like for your smile.

If it’s merely that one or two teeth in your smile have visible imperfections, our dentist might recommend restoring all of the tooth enamel with a porcelain dental crown.

If you are dissatisfied with the appearance of your smile, please contact Cowles Dental Care at 503-255-1506 to see how cosmetic dentistry in Portland, Oregon, can improve your smile.