GET READY FOR YOUR CLOSE-UP WITH DENTAL VENEERS

September 1, 2020admin Cosmetic Dentistry

GET READY FOR YOUR CLOSE-UP WITH DENTAL VENEERS

September 1,2020

If you’ve been to the movies, you’ve seen them. You have probably seen them on television, too, and in celebrity magazines.

They are “Hollywood” smiles … and like many things we see on screens big and small, they are creations. Yes, some people who have great smiles get them naturally, but more often than most people realize, great-looking teeth are the result of cosmetic dentistry.

One of the most effective ways of creating such a smile is by getting dental veneers. This is one of our most popular services at River Oaks Dental. When you see the results, you will understand why.

To discover what veneers could do for you, schedule a consultation at our Jacksonville, FL dentist office. Call 904-348-0416 today!

MAKE A PICTURE PERFECT SMILE

You may be thinking that your smile isn’t as important in your life as the smile of someone who makes their living in front of a camera. Well, to us, your teeth are just as important. And in today’s world of Face-Time and Zoom calls, your teeth are on display even more prominently and in high-definition. People are looking!

Besides, you don’t have to be famous for your smile to affect your career.

When you like your smile, it can give you a boost of confidence. This can help you feel less self-conscious when going to a job interview or meeting a customer to discuss a sale. Either way, when you aren’t worried about the appearance of your teeth, you can focus on getting the job done.

When you have nice teeth, it can change how other people perceive you as well. Researchers have found that strangers do have better first impressions of people with attractive smiles. According to those studies, people with nice smiles are seen as friendlier, more intelligent, and more trustworthy. And all of those things matter, regardless of what you do for a living.

TRANSFORM YOUR TEETH

Veneers are popular because they can do so many things.

If you have stained or discolored teeth, you can get veneers to restore your bright smile. Veneers also are more stain-resistant than natural teeth, which can help you maintain your white smile longer.

If you have more space between your teeth than you would like, veneers can close those gaps. If you have crooked teeth, veneers can be used to conceal them so your smile looks straight and evenly spaced.

Our veneers also can restore teeth that have been damaged. Broken, chipped, cracked, and worn-down teeth can look as good as new with veneers.

At our office, we use porcelain veneers because they look like natural teeth, and they are durable. With proper care, veneers can last a decade or longer.

SEE THE RESULTS

As versatile as dental veneers can be, we can do anything for you unless you come to see our team at River Oaks Dental. In a matter of weeks, you could be looking at the smile you have dreamed of having. Then, you can feel confident about sharing your smile at a social event or in a social media post.

Call 904-348-0416 or contact us online to schedule your appointment with us.

TREAT YOURSELF TO A WHITE SMILE ONCE MORE

August 1, 2020admin Cosmetic Dentistry

Coffee, desserts, pizza and pasta, soft drinks, tea, tobacco, wine …

All of those things and many, many more foods and beverages add to the stains on your smile. In reality, it’s almost inevitable that your teeth will become yellower or darker as you get older.

This could explain why professional teeth whitening is one of our most popular cosmetic services at River Oaks Dental.

If you live in or near Jacksonville, FL, let us give you a new reason to smile. Call 904-348-0416 to schedule an appointment with our team.

START WITH A CONVERSATION

You can walk into almost any grocery or retail store, head to the toothpaste aisle, and find dozens of self-proclaimed “whitening” products. It’s worth mentioning that the American Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs has looked at what different whitening products do. They found a few things worth noting:

Whitening toothpaste can remove some surface stains.
Over-the-counter whitening products with bleaching agents can remove some stains below the surface level.
Professional whitening products are stronger than commercial products, and when used as directed, safely remove deep stains.

Professional products use the same bleaching ingredients as over-the-counter products, just in a higher concentration.

Before you use any whitening product with a bleaching agent, the ADA also recommends talking to a dentist. When misused (and overused), whitening products can cause irritation to the soft tissue of the mouth. At the same time, if you have dental restorations or untreated cavities, whitening may not have the desired effects.

CHOOSE THE BEST TREATMENT FOR YOUR TEETH

If you are a good candidate for professional whitening, we offer two options at our Jacksonville, FL dentist office.

Our in-office whitening can make a difference in your smile in a single appointment. You should be aware that this is our stronger whitening product. With that in mind, we will start by protecting your cheeks, gums, and lips. While the whitening product is working, you’ll be able to sit back and watch a movie on one of our overhead televisions. When we’re done, you can see a change. The results can last up to a year depending on your diet and your home care routine.

While many patients want to make a change as quickly as possible, other people prefer the convenience of our take-home whitening. For people who have sensitive teeth, this product can be more comfortable than our in-office whitening. At the same time, the custom whitening trays and stronger-than-store-bought gel can get your teeth looking like you want in a few weeks.

One last thing: If you aren’t a good candidate for teeth whitening, we do have other ways of giving you a brighter smile. Dental veneers can cover your healthy but stained teeth to restore your white smile.

REVIVE YOUR SMILE

You can restore your smile and the confidence that comes with have beautiful teeth. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Monteiro at River Oaks Dental soon. Call 904-348-0416 today to make your appointment.