COSMETIC DENTISTRY
A confident smile conveys feelings of happiness, hope and positivity. On the flipside, if you don’t have the confidence to smile, you may avoid smiling altogether. This can have a negative impact on social interactions, personal relationships and professional opportunities.
Fortunately, there are many ways to enhance the appearance of your smile, and some of them are surprisingly simple.
Veneers
Veneers are a popular choice for patients who want to improve the appearance of their teeth quickly and effectively. They can be used to correct a range of dental imperfections such as chips, gaps, discolouration, and misshapen teeth.
There are two different materials that dental veneers can be constructed from—porcelain or composite resin—and each material has a different set of advantages.
The advantages of porcelain veneers are that they mimic the reflective properties of your natural teeth, they are more resistant to staining, and they last much longer compared to composite veneers (white filling material). The advantages of composite veneers are that they can be made much thinner and they require less removal of the existing tooth structure.
Our dentists will always discuss which type of veneers are most suitable for your needs and budget before commencing treatment.
Teeth Whitening
If you're looking for a safe and effective way to whiten your teeth, you’re not alone. Tooth discoloration is the number one cosmetic concern among our patients.
While at-home whitening kits are readily available online or at supermarkets, having your teeth professionally whitened at the dentist is the best way to ensure that the results are effective and long-lasting. Plus, receiving personalised treatment and advice from a dental professional can help you achieve your desired results without any unnecessary discomfort or side effects. Our dentists will always screen for decay first to ensure that the treatment doesn’t damage the teeth in any way.
At Gentle Dental, we use high-quality peroxide gels to deliver safe and effective teeth whitening. Depending on your preferences, teeth whitening can be completed in one dental visit, through a series of appointments, or at home using a custom tray specifically designed to fit your teeth. Custom trays ensure than the peroxide gel covers every angle of the tooth and stays where it belongs, on the enamel and not on the gums.