Trends and Innovations in Cosmetic Dentistry

Professional teeth whitening

Dentists have been whitening teeth since the late 1800s. In the early days, dentists used chlorine to remove yellow hues and stains from teeth, and only began using hydrogen peroxide in the 1900s.  

Today, many tooth whitening products still contain chlorine and hydrogen peroxide, but no over-the-counter products can whiten teeth as effectively and as dazzlingly like modern professional teeth whitening thanks to stronger, more targeted solutions, customized approaches, and an expert team to guide you through your aesthetic enhancement.

Dental implants

Dental implants were introduced in the 1950s, but became more popular after the introduction of titanium implants in 1982. By 2019, dentists placed more than 3 million dental implants!

Dental implants are a permanent solution to missing teeth. A dental implant is a titanium metal post that your dentist surgically implants into your jaw, serving as a sturdy new anchor (in place of a tooth root) for an artificial dental crown.  

Today’s dental implants can hold more than one dental crown. In fact, dentists can replace all of the teeth on a patient’s upper or lower jaw on just four dental implants, in a process known as All-on-4®. Some patients benefit from All-on-X ®, in which the dentist places all the teeth on up to 6 or 8 dental implants.

Same-Day CEREC Crowns

Dental crowns can revolutionize your smile, but traditional crowns can take days or weeks to make in a dental lab. Today, dental patients won’t need to wait for their crowns – our cosmetic dentist can make them right in our office, giving you a new smile in a day.

Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics (CEREC) crowns use digital pictures and a 3D printer to create your dental crowns. Your dentist takes detailed digital images of the treatment area, and uses the images to print a crown, right there in the office.

Bridges and dentures

While dental bridges and dentures are nothing new to the dental world, the materials used to make these tooth replacements have advanced considerably. These advanced materials are stronger and more natural-looking than ever before, making the results that much more predictable, durable, and stunning.

Invisalign®

Metal braces have been the mainstay for teeth straightening for decades. Today, patients have an alternative choice: Invisalign® clear aligners. This advanced technology uses a series of comfortable clear plastic trays that apply gentle, consistent pressure to move teeth in the desired direction. More than 18 million people have used Invisalign ® to straighten their teeth, making it an increasingly popular choice for patients who want a straighter smile with less hassle.  

For more information about cosmetic dentistry services or to get a consultation for a Full Smile Makeover, connect with Smile & Co. Dr. Ashley Joves and her dedicated team have the experience and advanced technology to offer a customized solution to your individual smile goals.  

Call today and check out our two convenient locations to serve patients in Folsom and Roseville!

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