Are you currently experiencing crooked or misaligned teeth? There’s no denying the impact having a less than stellar looking smile can have on your overall look and confidence. As such, you may be interested in dental options that can remedy this issue. A dentist in Chelmsford, MA can assist you in finding the best option for you so you can get the beautiful smile you deserve!

Cosmetic Treatment Options:

Traditionally, smile correcting options have included metal braces or invisible aligners, and surgical procedures. However, another great option for getting a straighter smile are dental veneers!

Veneers are a tooth-colored shell added to the outer portion of your teeth to improve your smile. They are permanently bonded to your teeth. A lot of people get porcelain veneers to correct a chipped or cracked tooth, but many people also get veneers on multiple teeth to get a more even and straight smile. Nowadays, porcelain veneers are typically the most common type of veneers available to dental patients due to their aesthetic qualities!

What Is The Process To Get Veneers?

A dentist in Chelmsford, MA will assess your teeth to determine whether you are a good candidate for dental veneers, which can be used to restore your smile in a single treatment. If you are, a dentist will then take impressions of your teeth to be used as a guide for your custom-made veneers. Next, your teeth will be cleaned to ensure they are healthy enough before the veneers are placed. Your teeth will then be grinded to create a rough surface for the veneers to stick better. The veneers are then placed with the use of dental cement and a bonding light.

Once your veneers are placed, it is important to care for them to maximize longevity and your new smile. Here are a few tips to consider to get the most out of your veneers:

• Avoid chewing on hard objects like pens, ice, or your fingernails.
• Never use your teeth to open packaging or condiment packages.
• Try not to chew with your front teeth. Eat harder foods with your back teeth only; cut up hard foods like chocolate bars so that this is possible.
• If you grind or clench your teeth at night, get a splint or retainer to protect your veneers.
• Wear a mouth guard when playing any sports.

Cheers for Veneers!

There’s no denying veneers can improve your smile and help you gain confidence again.

Get the smile you deserve without resorting to messy braces or surgical procedures.

Ready for a new smile and a new you? Call our doctor, Dr. Abdul Addas, in our office in Chelmsford, MA today to get started and schedule your consultation now!

Your smile is a direct source of confidence, a memorable part of who you are, and how you demonstrate your feelings. Don’t let embarrassment from crooked teeth keep you from living openly and confidently in your smile! If you want to straighten your teeth, but don’t want cumbersome metal braces, our office has a solution. Invisalign® is the most discreet way to straighten teeth and can give you the smile you’ve always wanted.

What Is Invisalign?

Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment that uses clear plastic trays instead of metal braces to straighten teeth. These trays are custom-fitted to how your teeth are positioned at the beginning of your treatment and are precision-fabricated to have slight adjustments in their shape. Over the length of your treatment, they’ll gently push your teeth into a straighter position.

How Is Invisalign Better?

Aesthetically, when compared to bracket-and-wire braces, Invisalign® is virtually invisible while being worn. For adults and teens, this is a significant advantage as it does not affect your appearance during treatment. The plastic trays are made for your mouth and have no sharp edges, so they’re more comfortable than conventional braces. Invisalign clear aligners are also removable, so you can maintain your normal eating habits and oral hygiene routine.

Our Invisalign Process

The Invisalign treatment process first begins with digital impressions taken of your mouth. These impressions are incredibly precise and are used to custom design your series of clear aligners. You’ll wear these aligners for 20-22 hours each day, removing them only when you eat, drink, brush, and floss. Over the next several months, your teeth will predictably move into position, while you enjoy the benefits of invisible orthodontics!

Ready to Get Started with Invisalign?

Metal braces aren’t your only option, and most patients are good candidates for Invisalign. If you want a discreet solution, schedule an appointment with our dental office. We will provide personalized treatment, so you can enjoy a beautiful smile for life!

There are many ways to obtain a beautiful smile through cosmetic dental procedures in Chelmsford, MA. They can include getting veneers – dental tooth coverings – over your existing teeth.

What Are Veneers?

Dental veneers may be used to correct teeth discoloration, chipped teeth, tooth gaps, or crooked teeth. Dental veneers can be made from thin porcelain or composite resin materials and can look very natural when properly placed. Porcelain veneers are often stronger and more stain resistant than their resin counterparts, offering the ability to eat and drink foods that you normally would without having to be concerned with how your teeth may be affected. Typically, porcelain veneers are covered with resin, which helps them resist stains. However, while porcelain veneers offer a great tooth correction option for daily usage, they are not fully resistant to stains or completely unbreakable.

Maintain Your Veneers

Your veneers can offer a lifetime of support for your new beautiful smile. Remembering a few easy tips will help extend the life of your veneers and your smile.

• Be sure to maintain proper oral hygiene. Regularly visiting your dentist will help keep your teeth healthy and increase the longevity of your veneers. Since your teeth are the foundation, it’s very important to keep them healthy and clean.
• Change up your toothpaste. Some toothpastes are highly acidic and can increase the chances of your veneers breaking down over time. Be sure to choose an effective, yet gentle toothpaste that will keep your teeth clean.
• Maintain healthy habits. Making sure you eat healthy and maintain healthy daily habits will not only ensure your veneers stay in their best shape, but will also help your overall health and wellness.
• Avoid harmful foods. Avoiding harmful foods that are darker colored, hard, acidic, tough, or sticky foods and beverages can help maintain the integrity and quality of your veneers and your new smile. This may include wine, ketchup, hard fruits and vegetables, ice, tough meats or breads, and sticky foods. These items do not need to be fully removed from your daily life, but they should be consumed carefully to keep your veneers strong.

Interested in Learning More?

Porcelain veneers are a great way to improve your smile. Ready to get started? Visit our doctors, Dr. Ranko Lisul, Dr, Ghazwan Ghazi, and Dr. Mohamed Kayali, in our office in Chelmsford, MA to schedule a consultation to find out more!