A beautiful smile can significantly boost your self-esteem and confidence, positively impacting various aspects of your life.

• Enhance Appearance

Cosmetic dentistry goes beyond aesthetics; it can enhance your overall facial appearance, creating a more harmonious and youthful look.

• Correct Dental Imperfections

Whether you have stained teeth, gaps, misalignments, or other imperfections, cosmetic dentistry offers tailored solutions to address your specific concerns.

• Long-Lasting Results

Many cosmetic dentistry procedures provide lasting results, allowing you to enjoy the benefits of your enhanced smile for years to come.

Types of Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments for Smile Makeovers

If you are unhappy with your smile, you might be a good candidate for a cosmetic dentistry “Smile Makeover.” As with any in-depth dental work, a Smile Makeover is elective. It’s also not an option for every patient: you need to be in good oral health, with no existing disease conditions. In case you are wondering, here are the different approaches to a Smile Makeover. Keep in mind that it is not unusual to “mix and match” the below approaches, and many cases may require a combination of them.

• Composite Bonding

We can use tooth-colored filling material to improve the appearance of stained, crooked, fractured, or otherwise unsightly teeth.

• Dental Veneers

Dental veneers are a thin piece of porcelain that cover the front of your teeth to improve their color and shape. They look realistic and can correct many cosmetic problems, like cracked or damaged teeth, noticeable gaps between teeth, crooked teeth, and stained teeth that resist tooth-whitening. The veneer – or porcelain shell – is chemically bonded to the teeth. The basic process is that we first see you for an initial assessment. We then anesthetize the teeth, and we remove a small amount of enamel. We then take a mold and send it to the lab. The lab will make the veneers. Once in place, the veneers will replace the enamel that we removed initially.

• Invisalign

Sometimes orthodontics may be needed to correct bite discrepancies first, before addressing the cosmetic concerns. Certain bite discrepancies, if unaddressed, may lead to failure of the cosmetic dentistry down the road. For example, we may recommend orthodontics to correct your bite before we put veneers on your front teeth. Otherwise, the porcelain veneers may take too much bite force and fracture prematurely.

• Dental Implants

Implants can be used to replace missing teeth. The dentist surgically places a titanium screw into the jaw at the site of the missing tooth. After a proper healing period, the crown is attached to the implant, giving you a whole tooth. The resulting implants cannot be distinguished from natural teeth. To have implants go in smoothly, aftercare is important. You will need to be diligent about your oral hygiene to clean plaque and prevent peri-implantitis (bacterial infection around the implant that can cause the implant to fail).

VARIOUS COSMETIC OPTIONS

1. TEETH WHITENING/ BLEACHING

Discolored and Stained Teeth

One of the most common reasons patients seek a smile makeover is due to stained and/or discolored teeth that do not respond well to professional teeth whitening. The cause of treatment-resistant stains is usually due to a combination of thinning enamel and deep, untreatable stains caused by medications such as antibiotics. To cosmetically correct stained teeth, we can help provide you Teeth whitening,  Porcelain or Composite Veneers after thoroughly evaluating your case.

2. PORCELAIN /COMPOSITE VENEERS
3. INVSIBLE ALIGNERS
4. EMAX CROWNS & BRIDGES
5. Crooked Teeth
6. Cosmetic Fillings

Not so long ago, silver and other metallic fillings were the only surefire way to fill a cavity. That is no longer the case. You may not realize it, but silver fillings are actually quite noticeable when you speak (especially fillings along the lower jaw). Fortunately, those mercury-containing fillings can be replaced with metal-free composite fillings that can be tinted to perfectly match the color of your teeth!

7. Gaps between teeth

• There are actually several ways to treat gaps between teeth. Diastema can be treated through the use of orthodontics or Invisalign® to close the gap. Alternatively, porcelain or composite veneers can be placed to eliminate the perceived gap between teeth.

  VENEERS

  Porcelain veneers are luminous, life-like, restorative options for your teeth.

  Dental veneers are ultra-thin pieces of porcelain that are custom-made, and that can be used to:

  • Alter the shape of teeth
    • Close gaps between teeth
    • Conceal misaligned teeth
    • Repair teeth that are chipped or worn
    • Mask the appearance of severely stained teeth

  Porcelain is a very strong and durable material with a translucent quality similar to natural tooth enamel. Thin layers/shells of porcelain are bonded to the front surface of your teeth. Veneers can alter the position, shape, size, and color of your natural smile, of course, depending on the desired outcome.

  BRACES

  Do you dream of having a straight, healthy smile, but the thought of wearing braces just seems unappealing?

  Orthodontic treatments, like Invisalign® Aligners/ CLEAR ALIGNERS are the latest advanced treatment option which  have changed the ways to  straighten misaligned teeth. A time-tested , easy to wear, safe solution for enhancing smiles and boosting self-confidence.

  Invisalign® vs. Braces: What’s Right for Me?

  For many years, traditional metal braces were the only available option for those looking to straighten their teeth. Then along came Invisalign® aligners. And, as the saying goes, the rest is history. As Invisalign® clear aligners become more popular every year, many people are curious about the pros and cons of Invisalign® vs. braces. Let’s dive into the pros and cons of Invisalign® clear aligners and conventional braces!

  Teeth straightening Affects Oral Health

  A beautiful smile is important, but it is also vital to protect your dental health by addressing alignment issues as soon as possible. Misaligned teeth make it harder to clean your teeth, and can often result in gum disease. Recent research has established that the health of our mouth has a direct impact on the health of the whole body. These studies suggest a direct correlation between long-term diseases of the mouth and serious health problems like cardiac disease, respiratory disease, diabetes, and stroke.

  Orthodontic Options to Fit Your Needs and Lifestyle

  Invisalign® treatment is a convenient and effective method that corrects tooth alignment problems. We listen to your needs and, taking your treatment goals into consideration, help you decide which option best fits your lifestyle and achieves your desired results.

  Is Invisalign® Cheaper than Braces?

  Wondering if Invisalign® is cheaper than braces? Thanks to advancements in the production of this breakthrough orthodontic technology, the cost of Invisalign® is now comparable to that of braces. According to the Consumer’s Guide to Dentistry, metal brackets typically cost somewhere between $5,000 and $9,000. Invisalign® treatments will run most patients somewhere between $3,000 and $7,000. Of course, these figures are all dependent on the length and complexity of the treatments. Through a consultation with the team at Pure Dental Arts in Seattle WA, we can provide an estimate for your total treatment costs. We also have flexible financing options available to make orthodontic treatments affordable for a vast majority of patients.

  Is Invisalign® Better than Braces?

  To answer the question of whether Invisalign®  is better than braces, it’s important to note that recommendations will vary on a case-by-case basis. Traditional metal braces are often recommended to individuals that require significant teeth movements. In general, Invisalign® braces is recommended to those looking for a nearly undetectable treatment option the delivers results that are comparable to traditional braces. Only an in-person assessment will let us to establish whether Invisalign® treatments are the right option for you. Pure Dental Arts in Seattle WA provides free consultations so that we can assess your current dental health and prescribe a course of treatment. Simply click either one of the consultation links at the bottom of this page to get started.

  Benefits of Invisalign for a straighter smile:

  Invisalign clear aligners present a straightforward and efficient alternative to traditional braces, boasting numerous remarkable advantages.

  • Cosmetic considerations

  Since Invisalign® clear aligners are virtually invisible, most people will never be able to tell that you are wearing an orthodontic device. This makes them the perfect orthodontic option for individuals who are self-conscious about their appearance.

  • Clear aligners are removable

  One of the great things about Invisalign® clear aligners is that they can be removed to brush, floss, and eat. This isn’t only convenient, but also helps maintain health throughout the duration of orthodontic treatments. With conventional metal braces, food and biofilms can accumulate around the brackets, which can increase the risk of cavities and other dental health issues. Also, unlike Invisalign clear aligners, traditional braces can restrict your food options.

  • They’re more comfortable

  The brackets of traditional braces tend to chafe the inside of the cheek, making them uncomfortable. Also, wires can become bent while eating, which can cause some pain and discomfort. Invisalign® clear aligner trays are smooth to the touch and precisely molded for your teeth using digital dental scans.

  • Fewer office visits

  Since Invisalign® aligner trays are designed using digital workflows, patients can expect fewer appointments with their dentist in comparison to traditional orthodontics.

  • Faster than braces

  Invisalign® treatment is often faster than braces. Because each new tray is precisely formed to target certain areas, Invisalign® treatment is typically faster than conventional braces. Every few weeks you will return to the dentist’s office to receive your custom aligners.

• Broken & Missing Teeth

  Whether it’s from tooth decay, an accident, or something else entirely, losing one or more teeth is life-changing – and not in a good way. But with our restorative dentistry solutions, life with an incomplete smile will be a thing of the past.