(217) 546-3333Dental Crowns: Increase Your Face Value
March 4, 2013
Your teeth are covered by enamel which is considered the hardest tissue of human body. Many forces and loads are applied on your teeth, thus a time may come when the enamel gets worn out and you start feeling sensitivity. Aging, parafunctional habits and bruxism can also cause stress and wear to your enamel. When situations such as these or other trauma occur, a crown may be the best choice to protect and restore your tooth.
A prosthesis which covers your tooth completely is called a ‘Dental Crown’. Apart from protection point of view, dental crowns also serve esthetic purposes on the anterior teeth which make up your smile line. They are a quick and durable prosthesis preserving your smile.
Cosmetic dentistry focuses on the betterment and preservation of the smile. Smile restorations can also involve dental veneers and tooth colored fillings, but dental crowns not only improve the unsightly appearance of your damaged teeth but they are also helpful in restoring their functional value.
The whole process of fabricating a dental crown involves 3 stages. Firstly, Dr. VanderMolen will prepare the damaged tooth to accept the crown. In most cases this involves remove some of the tooth enamel. Secondly, Dr VanderMolen will take the impression of the prepared tooth and the model of the tooth will be fabricated to match your individual smile. After that a temporary crown is placed. Lastly, the permanent crown is fixed on the prepared tooth with cement. Dr. VanderMolen will provide you specific instructions to take care of your crown, ensuring its longevity.
Porcelain is the most widely used material for making crowns and it is considered best for cosmetic dentistry purposes. It is resistant to abrasion and chemical attack. It does not get stained easily and has excellent results considering esthetics. Your new crown will look a feel natural and, with proper hygiene, will last for many years.
Dental crowns can increase your face value by restoring your confident smile. Call for an appointment with Dr. VanderMolen. The team at Advanced Dental Care will suggest the treatments that are right for you. Call us today: (217) 546-3333
Making Your Smile an Eye-Catcher with Cosmetic Dentistry
February 12, 2013
Get the Beautiful Smile You Have Always Wanted
Cosmetic dentistry is a type of dental treatment which is aimed at improving your facial appearance by fixing and improving discolored, cracked, chipped, and poorly spaced teeth. Some of the treatments available include the use of Veneers, Crowns and Teeth Whitening. These procedures don’t only improve your smile but they can improve your general sense of well-being.
Veneers Can Make a Dramatic Change
Thin porcelain material used to mask defects that have developed in the front of teeth and called dental veneers. Once in place they cover tooth problems such as broken, stained or chipped teeth. Sometime veneers can be used to close spaces between teeth as well. Generally, two visits are required in order to complete the treatment. The very minimum amount of enamel is removed when undertaking dental veneer procedures.
Discolored teeth can be improved with whitening techniques
Teeth Whitening techniques can be used to improve the color of yellowing or otherwise discolored teeth. Both home bleaching kits and in-office treatments are offered by Dr. VanderMolen and provide great results. Professional teeth whitening is much more effective that drug-store treatments that are only effective on surface stains.
Crowns Are a Solution to Damaged Teeth
The aim of Dental crowns is to restore damaged teeth so that the overall facial appearance is improved.
They are commonly used:
- To improve the appearance and strength of a tooth that has undergone root canal treatment.
- To repair and improve the appearance of a cracked or broken tooth.
- To provide a covering for a crooked tooth.
- To improve the visual appearance of a dental implant.
- To help to keep a full dental bridge or partial dentures in place.
Crowns require the removal of a significant amount of tooth enamel, but in the end, they provide a strong and natural-looking solution.
If you are interested in knowing more about cosmetic dentistry and making improvements to your teeth, then don’t hesitate to make an appointment to discuss the options available to you at Advanced Dental Care. Dr. VanderMolen has the answers you need. Call Advanced Dental Care today, at (217) 546-3333.
Replace Missing Teeth and Support Bone Structure with Dental Implants
January 15, 2013
How can dental implants support facial bone structure?
Teeth loss has become a more common occurrence as the average age of our population increases. Unfortunately, losing teeth affects our facial bone structure, as bone around a missing tooth tends to deteriorate. It is always best to keep our natural teeth for as long as possible but regrettably, teeth do get lost, and it does affect our appearance. Dental implants can make all the difference.
A Missing Tooth Affects the Facial Bone
When a tooth falls out on its own accord, or is removed because trauma or health reasons, the underlying bone does not need to give support to the pressure that comes from chewing. This pressure offers healthy stimulation that keeps the bone strong and healthy. Going ahead with a dental implant installation means it will provide the jaw bone with the stimulation it needs and will also help to maintain the bone that is still there.
A Dental Implant Mimics a Real Tooth
A dental implant acts in a similar way to a real tooth. Every tooth in the mouth has a specific role and the loss of only one tooth can have a great effect on your bite and your ability to chew. When a missing tooth is replaced it helps to keep the dental arch structure in place and provides better assistance when chewing. Once teeth have been removed, the bone that supports these teeth starts to erode.
The bone and teeth help to keep some of the parts of our face in the right place. When teeth are lost, the face alters because of the movement that is taking place beneath the skin. A set of dental implants can assist in slowing down this process and keep our face and jaw healthy and looking young.
Dental implants take on the role of pushing on the bone in a way that is quite similar to how natural teeth act. Even though they are not true teeth, they are the closest you can get to natural teeth when compared to all other sorts of dental reconstructions. A dental implant provides the stimulation that the bone requires to stay intact.
Dr. VanderMolen is the dental implant specialist you can trust for all your replacement needs. For more information about this and all our other services, contact our office at (217) 546-3333. We look forward to working for you! Click here for more information on all the services available at Advanced Dental Care.
Dental Implants: Full Arch Replacement Solution
January 8, 2013
Full arch replacement is a lifetime dental solution
Dentistry has become so advanced in the 21st century that losing teeth is not as disabling as it used to be. There is no need to have the mouth measured for a full set of dentures as there are options available that can transform your mouth and fill it with a full set of permanently fixed teeth. This is referred to as full arch tooth replacement and offers the additional advantage of keeping the shape of the face intact as well as allowing full use of the teeth.
A fixed bridge is secured permanently into the mouth on dental implants. This allows the person to
- Eat as if the teeth were real
- Have a life long stable solution to teeth loss
- Keep the shape of their face intact
- Maintain bone density
- Have natural looking teeth.
There are a number of stages involved for installing a full arch tooth replacement and each plan and procedure involved is specific to the individual’s situation. It is therefore necessary to be examined by a dentist so that an individual plan for treatment can be organized.
The first stage involves installing dental implants, which replace the tooth roots that have been removed. Five dental implants are put in place and temporary teeth are attached which allow the patient to eat normally while the permanent fixed bridge is being prepared for installation.
The second stage proceeds when the dental implants have healed completely and fused with the jawbone. This then allows the fixed bridge to be installed securely. This type of full jaw replacement normally requires 2-3 visits to the dentist to have the fixed bridge attached.
Once the fixed bridge has been installed and secured by the dental implants, the new teeth will look almost the same as normal teeth.
There are numerous advantages over the traditional removable dentures, particularly when it comes to premature aging when bone is lost around the face and lips. Additionally, the comfort level of the full arch tooth replacement is far superior to removable dentures.
If you have an interest in discussing this life changing procedure, contact Advanced Dental Care and Dr. VanderMolen.
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A Better Smile with Cosmetic Dentures
December 4, 2012
Can dentures be cosmetic?
Missing teeth can cause one to be subconscious about their appearance. Fortunately there are solutions to get the beautiful smile you have been dreaming of. Dentures are a great solution for those missing teeth. Dentures are available for full-mouth, upper or lower jaws, and partials for when only a few teeth are missing.
Cosmetic Custom Dentures are made to fit you individually and give you a natural look made just for you. Color, shape and fit are chosen and adjusted to create the smile you want. An impression of your mouth is made and then the dentures are fabricated to your exact specifications. Adjustments are made after to make sure of a comfortable and natural fit.
Taking care of your mouth and dentures is very important to keeping your gums healthy and your new teeth looking beautiful. It is important to continue to brush your gums and tongue every morning and night. Cleaning your dentures is easy. Brush with a denture brush to remove food particles and then clean with a denture solution recommended by the ADA.
Getting used to your new dentures can take some time and patience, but soon you will find that they become a part of you. You will love your new smile!
Dr. VanderMolen has the expertise in custom dentures that you need. He and the staff at Advanced Dental Care will be happy to discuss your treatment options. For more information on this and out other services, contact us at (217) 546-3333. Click here for more information on the services we provide in the Springfield, IL area.