Dentists in Sterling Heights offer cosmetic dental care options

Studies show people gravitate toward attractive smiles. Discolored teeth can cause embarrassment, but fortunately, residents in Sterling Heights do not have to travel far to obtain their desired smile. Their local dental practice, Laser Dental Associates, offers cosmetic solutions for achieving whiter, brighter smiles, teeth whitening and porcelain veneers.

Teeth whitening

We offer two safe and effective teeth whitening treatments to combat stains, in-office power bleaching and at-home whitening trays. Each varies in treatment length. During the in-office procedure, we first protect the gums from the bleaching agent. Next, we apply a gel to the teeth and active the whitening agents with a specialized light. In just one appointment, teeth can become up to eight shades brighter.

Some patients prefer the take-home whitening program. For treatment, we make impressions of the dental arches. Next, we create the trays, ensuring a precise fit. You apply bleaching gel to the trays and wear them daily for a specific length of time. After maintaining this routine for a few weeks, you can achieve the same results as in-office whitening.

In some cases, veneers may be the best solution.

Porcelain veneers

Veneers are wafer thin shells made of porcelain – a strong, durable, natural-looking dental material. We can use CEREC (Chairside Economical Restorations of Esthetic Ceramic) technology to fabricate veneers to match your natural teeth. Utilizing this system affords same-day restorations. With proper care, veneers can last over a decade.

Choosing a treatment

When deciding which treatment is right for you, it is important to understand the types of tooth stains. Some stains are intrinsic, found in the tooth's layers. Others are extrinsic, located on the tooth's surface. Tetracycline and fluorosis can cause intrinsic stains. Foods and beverages such as coffee, wine, tea, colas, blueberries, sauces, and beets can leave extrinsic discoloration. Veneers are a great alternative when teeth whitening cannot combat intrinsic stains.

There should be no reason to be embarrassed about your smile. We provide cosmetic dental care that can help. Call to schedule a consultation appointment. Together, we will select a treatment that is right for you.