Do your struggles with your smile stop you from smiling big? Say no more! At Daniel Sheridan DDS, we use quality cosmetic dentistry procedures to help create lasting smiles.
Your smile is a great way to make a first impression at a neighborhood barbecue. Not only does your smile influence how people perceive you, but it also determines how you see yourself. With whiter, well aligned teeth comes greater confidence to flash a smile whenever you get a chance!
With a winning smile, that confidence will emanate into every aspect of your life from outdoor fun to cozy moments inside. Cosmetic dentistry is a great investment, not only for your oral health but for every aspect of your life!
Why Choose Us for Your Cosmetic Needs?
No matter what you come in for, our dental team will help you choose the right procedure for your teeth. One that will have you walking out of our office feeling completely confident in your smile.
You’ll be amazed at how much simple cosmetic dentistry procedures can do for your smile. You don’t even need an entire dental makeover to get the smile you’ve always dreamed of.
Having a beautiful and bright smile is often the key to a perfect first impression, and we are the key dental clinic to help you get the smile you deserve! If you need to fix a few cracks or just brighten things up, we have a variety of options for you to choose from!
Call us today and give your teeth the fabulous makeover they deserve.
Why Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry not only improves the appearance of your smile but also promotes the health of your teeth and gums.
Sometimes your cosmetic smile needs are pointing to larger issues with your oral health. Coming in for an appointment will help to make sure your teeth are as healthy as possible.
You should pay us a visit if your teeth are:
- Worn.
- Spaced.
- Cracked.
- Chipped.
- Damaged.
- Discolored.
- Misaligned.
No matter what issues you’re coming in for, our dentists at Daniel Sheridan DDS will help you find the right procedures to get you back out into the world with a lasting smile.
Cosmetic Dentistry Services We Provide:
Teeth Whitening
White teeth are the first sign of excellent oral health. In our office, one of the top questions we get asked about is how to get rid of discolored teeth.
Here are some tips to get a white smile:
- Brush and floss daily.
- Have regular dental cleanings.
- Use teeth-whitening toothpaste.
However, sometimes those steps aren’t enough and you may find your teeth still have discolored spots.
While consuming coffee, red wine, or other dark-colored foods and beverages will lead to stains, your discolored teeth might also be a sign of:
- Natural aging.
- Tooth injuries.
- Thinning enamel.
- Certain medications.
Come in and make sure your discolored teeth aren’t a sign of something more! Professional teeth whitening is a painless procedure that provides instant results with no teeth sensitivity. It’s one of the simplest and quickest ways to get rid of unattractive, stained teeth.
Pearly white teeth can benefit your smile by:
- Boosting your confidence.
- Making you look younger.
- Improve your smile for special occasions.
At Daniel Sheridan DDS, we aim to give you a quality teeth whitening product no matter your individual dental needs. Who doesn’t want a whiter smile? Complete your look with a brilliantly white smile!
Porcelain Veneers
Dental veneers are thin, porcelain coverings that attach to the front surface of your teeth and used to help improve their appearance. They’re often made from porcelain or resin composite materials and are permanently bonded to your teeth.
Veneers can be used to treat several different cosmetic concerns including:
- Broken teeth.
- Chipped teeth.
- Discolored teeth.
- Smaller-than-average teeth.
With our high-grade veneers, you can easily get your teeth back in shape, fill in spaces, and go a shade or two lighter!
Veneers allow our dentists to control the change in color, size, and shape of your teeth. This ensures a highly customized smile as a result.
Some people get one veneer due to a damaged tooth, but many people get between six to eight veneers to create the most even and symmetrical smile possible. Most people will invest in veneers for the eight teeth in the front of the top row. That way they can achieve that perfectly symmetrical smile.
Why Should You Get Veneers?
- A color can be selected to make dark teeth appear whiter.
- They are stronger and better looking than crowns.
- They provide a natural tooth appearance.
- Porcelain veneers are stain-resistant.
- Gums tolerate porcelain well.
Am I a Good Candidate for Veneers?
Just about anyone is a good candidate for veneers. Some patients who are teeth grinders might find better success in other treatments, but even then, we can make veneers work. Veneers could work for you if any of the following apply to you:
- You seek a more unified smile.
- There are visible spaces in your teeth..
- You have teeth that are cracked or broken.
- The shape of your teeth allows food to get stuck.
- You want a more permanent solution to tooth stains.
Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are caps placed on top of damaged teeth. They are used to protect, cover, and restore the shape of your teeth when fillings won’t be strong enough to solve the problem.
We offer CEREC same day crowns made out of sturdy, sparkling porcelain. That’s right, you can get your crown placed in a single appointment! They typically don’t require special care over time other than regular good oral hygiene.
Why Might You Need a Dental Crown?
You may need a dental crown if you need to:
- Restore a broken tooth.
- Hold a dental bridge in place.
- Protect a weak tooth from breaking.
- Cover and support a tooth with a large filling.
- Protect a tooth that’s been treated with a root canal.
What Happens During the Process?
- Impressions and X-Rays: First, our expert dentists will measure your tooth or teeth. That way they can create crowns that are designed to suit your teeth specifically.
- Tooth Preparation: We will remove a small part of your tooth to make room for your crown and give it the best chance for success.
- Crown Restoration: Then our dentists will physically apply the crown to your tooth and adhere it to your tooth so that it will stay there.
You can expect the procedure to be comfortable, quick, and professional. You will be placed under local anesthesia while your teeth are prepared and the crown is applied.
Dental Bridges
Dental bridges are used to fill up the spaces between teeth. These restorations do as their name implies; they bridge spaces created by missing adjacent teeth with artificial teeth called pontics.
These artificial teeth create the appearance of a full set of teeth and restore the function of your lost teeth.
Missing teeth not only affect the way your smile looks, which can lead to reduced confidence, but they also make it more difficult to chew food and can affect a person’s ability to pronounce certain words. Having spaces between teeth can lead to poor teeth alignment as the remaining teeth try to close the space.
What Happens During the Process?
Bridges are customized restorations, and getting them often requires two trips to the dentist.
- First Appointment: Our dentist will prepare the abutment teeth for their crowns by shaving off some enamel. We will take an impression of your teeth to send it to our lab to make the bridges. In the meantime, Dr. Sheridan will fit you with temporary a temporary bridge.
- Second Appointment: It takes about two weeks for your customized bridge to get back to our office. During the second appointment, Dr. Sheridan will take off the temporary bridge and place a permanent bridge.
Good oral hygiene and a bridge threader are needed to keep these restorations in good condition.
Smile Makeover
At your appointment, Dr. Sheridan will discuss with you the changes you hope to see in your smile and how our office can accomplish them. He will come up with a treatment plan that is built for you!
What Can You Expect During a Cosmetic Consultation?
First, we will discuss your dental needs in detail and examine your teeth. Dr. Sheridan will personalize his recommendations so your treatment fits you and your smile perfectly.
We will then walk you through the treatment plan and what each procedure would cost. You will have a full picture of what to expect from start to finish.
Smile improvements can have a dramatic result on your overall appearance. Even the smallest change to your smile can boost your self-esteem and make you want to smile more.
With modern advances in technology and dentistry, cosmetic procedures can include:
- Repairing broken teeth.
- A basic color correction.
- Restoring missing teeth.
- Replacing old metal fillings.
No matter what your insecurity is, we can help to improve your natural smile professionally and quickly. Before you leave our office, you will have a personalized cosmetic dental plan for your smile needs. Our dentists will walk you through the details of each procedure and what you can expect from every step of the journey.
Frequently Asked Cosmetic Dentistry Questions:
Are All Treatments Performed in Your Saginaw Location?
You can take advantage of all of these fantastic cosmetic treatments and more at Daniel Sheridan DDS in Saginaw! We love to create lasting smiles!
Here are some of the services we offer:
- Veneers.
- Teeth Whitening.
- Cosmetic Bonding.
- Same-Day Crowns.
What Kind of Results Are Typical in a Given Time?
Each type of cosmetic dentistry treatment will have a different treatment timeline. Your oral health and availability can have an impact as well. Below, we’ve broken down estimated timelines for each of our cosmetic services:
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- Veneers: Because we need time to make the veneers, you can expect to see us 2–3 times during the treatment process. The moment you leave your final appointment, you’ll have a new smile.
- Cosmetic Bonding: The bonding process is a quick one. We can usually complete this treatment in a single appointment. The length of the appointment will vary depending on the amount of work needed.
- Same-Day Crowns: Normal porcelain crowns take at least two appointments. One for impressions and tooth shaping and a second for placing the crown. Our crowns, however, can be administered all in one appointment because we make them on-site.
Ready To Take the First Step?
We know that cosmetic dentistry can make your smile brighter! But that’s not all cosmetic dentistry can do to improve your life. It will also help to promote the health of your teeth and gums.
Whether you need to fix a few cracks and spaces or just brighten things up, we have a wide range of cosmetic procedures for you to choose from!
Why Choose Us?
Come meet our friendly dental team and discuss your cosmetic dentistry goals. Dr. Sheridan is a veteran when it comes to creating lasting smiles. With Dr. Sheridan DDS, you’ll be able to get a smile you’ll love to see in your hiking photos!
We’re excited to meet you and give your smile the love it deserves—we’ll also give you a few laughs. Dr. Sheridan doesn’t mince words, and he enjoys seeing people smile. That’s why he became a dentist after all.
Ready to schedule your initial appointment? Give us a call today!
