Aesthetic (Cosmetic) Dentistry at Yangebup Dental Centre
Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening has become one of the most popular ways to improve your smile by lightening the existing shade of your natural teeth. This is a simple and effective treatment which can be carried out by your dentist or at home. Teeth whitening is a non-invasive treatment which does not involve drilling or removal of the tooth surface.
Only natural teeth respond to tooth whitening, Crowns, Bridges, Dentures or Implants cannot be whitened. In Surgery Whitening Whitening can be carried out in our surgery using a Peroxide based gel; this way your teeth will be several shades lighter in one to two hours. Home Whitening We can provide you with the whitening kit which contains custom made whitening trays (moulds of your own teeth) and a peroxide based gel. It can take up to 14 days to achieve your desired shade.The degree of whitening will vary from patient to patient, grayer teeth can take longer to respond. Tooth whitening is not permanent; the whitening process will need to be repeated every 12 – 18 months to keep your teeth at the shade you desire. |
Bonding
Dental bonding, also known as composite bonding, is an excellent way to repair cracked, chipped and discolored teeth as well as replacing silver amalgam fillings. Dental bonding can also be used to close gaps and reshape misaligned teeth, providing a straighter, more uniform smile.
Bonding is probably the most conservative of all the cosmetic dentistry. It involves minimum alteration to the original tooth enamel, and is reversible if none of the tooth enamel is removed. The results are seen immediately. Bonding has been used for many years and is a very popular option because the material used matches very closely to the shade of your natural teeth. After a local anaesthetic is applied, the tooth is thoroughly cleaned of all decay. After preparation, a bonding agent (glue) is applied to the roughened surface and set using a concentrated beam of ultraviolet light. The composite is then applied in layers and set at each stage using the ultraviolet light. The composite will be continued to be applied in layers until the desired shape is achieved. after which the tooth is polished for a smooth finish. |
Porcelain Veneers
A veneer is a thin layer of tooth coloured material which is placed over your natural tooth to mask the underlying enamel.
Veneers are designed to enhance the appearance of your teeth by:
Each veneer is individually handcrafted by our dental technician to correct the appearance of your teeth to create a healthy natural look. Veneers can last a long time, but a lot depends on how you take care of them. Talk to us today to see if veneers are for you. |
Crowns
A crown is a tooth shaped cover which fits over the existing structure of your natural tooth to protect and restore the tooth’s function.
Crowns can be used to:
Everyone wants to be able to smile confidently and appealingly. Cosmetic dentistry is one way to craft your ideal smile. Dr. Clint Osborne can transform your smile into the healthy, natural-looking one you desire by using state-of-the-art technology, professional techniques, and top-quality materials.
Contact the professional team at Yangebup Dental Centre today. Call 9417 9888 or send an appointment request! |