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You might benefit from cosmetic dentistry when you have a tooth with noticeable imperfections. Cosmetic dentistry is dental work that improves the appearance of teeth, gums, and the mouth. At Daniel Tebbi, D.M.D, we offer many popular cosmetic dentistry procedures. We also serve areas including Sherman Oaks 91403, 91495, 91423, Studio City 91604, Van Nuys 91436, 91411, and Reseda 91335.

Cosmetic dentistry can fix a wide variety of issues, including:

• Stained teeth
• Chipped teeth
• Gaps between teeth
• Over- or under-sized teeth
• Misshapen teeth
• Misaligned teeth
• Misplaced teeth
• Broken teeth
• Missing teeth

If you’re dealing with any of these issues, cosmetic dentistry can help. The beauty of cosmetic dentistry is that it can address a wide variety of issues. That way, you don’t have to live with an imperfect smile. Common types of cosmetic dentistry are:

Dental Veneers

Dental veneers are thin, custom-made shells that cover the front of your teeth. They’re made from tooth-colored materials, such as ceramic or resin, and can be customized to match your natural teeth.

Veneers are a great option if you have teeth that are chipped, stained, gapped, or crooked. They’re also great for covering small teeth or reshaping teeth that are too short or worn down.

Getting veneers usually requires two dental visits. On your first visit, your dentist will remove a small amount of enamel from the front of your teeth. Then, an impression of your teeth will be made and sent to a lab where your custom veneers will be fabricated. At your second visit, your dentist will check the fit and the color and then bond the veneers to the front of your teeth.

Dental Bonding

Dental bonding is a cosmetic dental treatment that uses a composite material to improve the appearance of your smile. The bonding material can be molded into position to correct chips, cracks, or gaps in your smile. It can also be used to improve the appearance of teeth that are discolored or stained.

Dental Crowns

Dental crowns are one of the most common restorative dentistry treatments. They can be used in a number of situations. They can be used to:

• Strengthen a damaged tooth.
• Correct a tooth that is misshapen, broken, or worn.
• Replace a missing tooth.
• Protect a tooth following a root canal.
• Improve the appearance of a tooth.

Dental Bridges

Dental bridges are custom-made dental appliances. They can be used to replace one or more missing teeth and are attached by abutments on either side. Once the bridge is in place, it will be permanently bonded to the abutments.

Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is one of the most common cosmetic dentistry procedures. It involves bleaching the teeth to lighten discoloration and stains. Unlike over-the-counter whitening products, professional teeth whitening is safe and comfortable, and it’s much more effective.

Gum reshaping and Gum Grafting

Gum reshaping and gum grafting procedures are great ways to improve the appearance of your smile.

A gum reshaping procedure involves removing small portions of gum tissue around your teeth. The gum line will then be reshaped to create a more even gum line.

A gum grafting procedure involves removing a small amount of tissue from the roof of the mouth. The tissue will then be grafted onto the gum line. This will improve the appearance of your smile.

Jaw Contouring

Contouring refers to reshaping teeth to improve their appearance. It is used to reduce the appearance of chips, cracks, overlapping teeth, and teeth that are too small. It is commonly used to improve the appearance of teeth that show prominently when a patient smiles.

To learn more about our cosmetic dentistry options, visit our Daniel Tebbi, D.M.D. office at 16661 Ventura Blvd Ste 620, Encino, CA 91436, which is quite close to Sherman Oaks 91403, 91495, 91423, Studio City 91604, Van Nuys 91436, 91411, and Reseda 91335. You can also reach us at (818) 789-2034.