People say a picture is worth a thousand words, but we believe a smile is worth a million. One of the beautiful things about a smile is that it knows no borders; it can convey joy, gratitude, or love in any language.
And it's no secret that smiling positively affects the body and mind. Science tells us that smiling boosts "feel good" hormones in our bodies and makes us feel happier. This is especially true when you have a smile you love and feel confident sharing with others.
Many of us aren't born with perfect smiles, but that doesn't mean a perfect smile isn't possible! At The Smile Shop, we want you to feel and look your best with a natural, beautiful smile. Our team provides patients with high-quality cosmetic dentistry tailored to meet their specific dental health needs and aesthetic goals.
We created the ultimate guide to cosmetic dentistry at The Smile Shop so you can learn more about how we can improve your pearly whites.
What Is Cosmetic Dentistry?
Having and sharing a beautiful smile can boost your self-confidence and inspire those around you. Cosmetic dentistry aims to improve the aesthetics of one's teeth, gums, and overall grin. Whether you have a missing tooth or tooth discoloration from coffee, a cosmetic dentist can give you the white, bright, beautiful smile you've always wanted.
What Can Cosmetic Dentistry Fix?
Cosmetic dentistry in Durham, NC, can correct numerous imperfections regarding the teeth, gums, and overall smile. Our cosmetic dentist uses modern technology and techniques to fix the following concerns:
- Stained or discolored teeth
- Teeth that are smaller or shorter than the others
- Shape or size discrepancies
- Teeth with gaps between them
- Gummy smiles
- Gum recession
- Broken, cracked, or chipped teeth
- Missing teeth
- Crooked teeth and mild to moderate tooth misalignments
Don't let these imperfections rule your life, and speak with us about what cosmetic dentistry has to offer.
Our Cosmetic Dentistry Services
Dr. Adam Spriggs and our team at The Smile Shop are experts in personalized smile design and aesthetic enhancements. We offer the following cosmetic dentistry services:
Teeth Whitening
Over time, our teeth absorb stains from the foods and beverages we consume. Stains can also accumulate due to smoking and tobacco use, certain illnesses, and medications. Teeth whitening is the perfect solution for removing stains and brightening dark or yellow teeth.
We offer three types of teeth whitening: custom trays for take-home whitening, individual tooth whitening, and in-office booster whitening.
Take-home whitening involves wearing custom-made bleaching trays and whitening gel, while in-office whitening means your dentist instantly whitens and brightens your smile. Individual tooth whitening is precisely like it sounds: it whitens a single tooth that may have become discolored from trauma or a root canal.
Tooth-Colored Fillings and Cosmetic Bonding
Tooth-colored fillings and cosmetic bonding are made from the same composite resin material. We color-match the resin to your teeth so it blends in perfectly and no one notices you've had dental work done. Fillings can treat cavities, while bonding can fix cracks, misshapen teeth, discoloration, and more.
Porcelain Crowns
Porcelain dental crowns cover damaged, weak, or misshapen teeth, giving the teeth a more uniform appearance and stable structure. Crowns restore teeth's strength and appearance while protecting the underlying natural tooth from further damage or decay. Porcelain looks like natural enamel, ensuring the crown blends in with your smile and looks organic.
Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are semi-permanent and adhere to the front-facing surfaces of the teeth. As a result, they conceal imperfections, like cracks and chips, discoloration, gaps between teeth, mildly crooked teeth, and gummy smiles.
Orthodontics
The Smile Shop offers traditional braces and Invisalign clear aligners to correct malocclusion and achieve straighter, more symmetrical smiles. Braces use metal wires and brackets to move the teeth and jaws into alignment, while Invisalign uses clear plastic removable aligner trays.
Dental Implants
Dental implants permanently replace missing teeth, from the root to the crown. With dental implants, your restored smile will look, feel, and function just like natural teeth. We can attach crowns, bridges, and dentures to dental implants to create your best smile.
Smile Makeovers
A smile makeover is a combination of cosmetic dentistry treatments to transform your smile's look. Our team will ensure your new smile exceeds your expectations and complements your natural appearance.
How Much Does Cosmetic Dentistry Cost?
The cost of cosmetic dentistry depends on various factors, such as the patient's unique needs, treatment type, materials, and much more. However, we are happy to discuss all the ins and outs of our treatment costs after evaluating your smile and pinpointing your needs and goals.
The Smile Shop accepts various dental insurances and CareCredit financing. We also have a membership plan and offer specials on treatments to make dental care more affordable for our patients.
Looking for Cosmetic Dentistry in Durham, NC?
At The Smile Shop, your smile is our specialty. We love helping patients achieve their smile goals and don the gorgeous grin they have always wanted. So please give us a call today to schedule your cosmetic dentistry consultation to learn what's possible for your smile.