Cosmetic dentistry is a large part of our practice at Advanced Dentistry of Clifton Park. Dr. Tonkin takes pride in the ability to focus on dental health while meeting your expectations for esthetic results. Whether simply desiring a whiter shade of teeth or dreaming of a full smile makeover, Advanced Dentistry of Clifton Park is the place for you.
Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are thin tooth-colored porcelain shells designed to cover the front (visible) part of the teeth. Porcelain veneers will add a surface layer to the tooth, improving the surface in regularity and color, and can also modify the size, length and shape of the tooth for cosmetic purposes.
A porcelain veneer is fabricated in our in house dental laboratory after precise dental preparation and digital impressions by Dr. Tonkin. This can typically be done in just one appointment.
Dental veneers can be used to restore teeth that are “chipped”, fractured, discolored or showing gaps (“diastema”) between them. Within limits, they can be used to make slightly misaligned teeth appear straighter
Teeth Whitening
Teeth Whitening is a process that will lighten your enamel, making your teeth a few shades whiter than they were before the treatment. When this process is supervised by dental professionals it is an effective, safe method to give you a brighter-looking smile!
A good dental cleaning is the first step to remove stains and discolorations, often caused by foods and beverages, tobacco, medications, illness or just the natural aging process. After this we can start to whiten your smile further:
At-home whitening usually takes 10 to 14 days. A whitening gel is placed in a custom fit tray that you wear for the recommended time every day. The length of time the trays are worn depends on the strength of the whitening gel and the level of whitening you would like to achieve. Touch ups can be done as needed and gel refills are always available.