Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures
Dr. Hill offers the following cosmetic and restorative dental procedures:
Bridges
A bridge is a dental appliance that replaces one or more natural missing teeth,
thereby "bridging" the space between two teeth. Fixed bridges are cemented into
place next to the "abutment" teeth- -the surrounding teeth on either side of the space,
or "span." Unlike removable partial dentures, fixed bridges cannot be taken out of the
mouth by the patient. A fixed bridge is a device that typically consists of three units-a
pontic (a false tooth) fused between two crowns that are cemented onto the abutment
teeth.
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Veneers
Porcelain veneers are ultra-thin shells of ceramic material, which are bonded to the
front of teeth. This procedure can be the ideal choice for improving the appearance of
the front teeth. Porcelain veneers are placed to mask discolorations, to brighten teeth,
and to improve a smile.
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Whitening
Tooth whitening isn't just for the movie stars, and it isn't just for one day. Many people
have had their teeth whitened, and probably millions more are thinking about it. The
desire for a brighter smile with whiter teeth is very strong, and tooth whitening safely
lightens the color of the teeth, lasting for up to five years. The most effective and
safest method of tooth whitening is dentist-supervised.
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Dental Implants
A dental implant is an artificial tooth root (synthetic material) that is surgically
anchored into your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge in place. The benefit of
using implants is that they don't rely on neighboring teeth for support, they are
permanent and stable. Implants are a good solution to tooth loss because they look
and feel like natural teeth. Implant material is made from different types of metallic and
one-like ceramic materials that are compatible with body tissue.
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