Procedures

Cosmetic and General Dentistry in Walnut Creek, California

Cosmetic Dentistry:

General Dentistry:

Aesthetic and Cosmetic Dentistry

Your smile is one of your most important assets, but few people are genetically blessed with an unblemished, gleaming white smile. Thanks to the amazing advancements in cosmetic dentistry over the past decade, you know longer have to live with a smile that does not live up to your standards. We specialize in a broad range of cosmetic dentistry procedures, including tooth whitening, crowns, and porcelain dental veneers at our convenient Walnut Creek facility. Most procedures are completed in one or two short visits. Our goal is to give you the results you desire and deserve, which is why we only use the latest, most effective dental technology and procedures. Whether you require minor cosmetic improvements or a complete smile makeover, we are committed to your perfect smile. Below are just a few of the cosmetic dentistry procedures we offer that are designed to beautify your smile.

Nonmetal Bridges

Sometimes a bit more work is needed to give you the smile you want. If you are missing teeth, having trouble speaking or chewing, or noticing strain when biting, bridges may be the ideal procedure to help make your mouth healthy and beautiful again. Bridges, sometimes referred to as fixed partial dentures, literally bridge gaps between teeth by filling them with strong, natural-looking artificial teeth. Bridges can only be removed by a dentist but are somewhat permanent, comfortable, and proven to make teeth strong. Our new porcelain bridges look like natural teeth and make indiscreet metal bridges—the type that reveal unsightly, black telltale lines right at the gum line—a thing of the past. To learn more about fixed or partial bridges, please contact our practice today.

Porcelain Dental Veneers

Porcelain dental veneers can perfect east bay residents’ smiles by concealing any blemishes on a tooth, such as stains or chips, creating a straight, uniform smile. Porcelain dental veneers look incredibly natural, are long lasting, and are relatively easy to apply. When the damaged tooth primarily needs cosmetic refurbishing or requires only minor structural repair, we offer porcelain dental veneers at our Walnut Creek facility as an ideal alternative to crowns because they require less preparation of the natural tooth. Dental veneers are thin, customized covers that are permanently cemented to the front of the tooth.

Porcelain veneers are the latest in bonding technology, providing the patient with a more natural looking remedy than with traditional dental bonding. Teeth are naturally translucent: light penetrates the hard enamel surface of the tooth before it is reflected back off the inner surfaces. Traditional dental veneers are made of semi-translucent materials. They improve the appearance of teeth but do not have the same depth as original teeth because the light is reflected off the artificial outer covering not the inner surface. Porcelain dental veneers are made of a glass-like material, which allows light to penetrate the outer covering and appear to have the depth of natural teeth. Porcelain veneers are virtually indistinguishable from real teeth.

Porcelain dental veneers are also easy to apply. During the first visit, our dentists buff the targeted tooth to make room for the added thickness. Porcelain veneers are very thin and require much less removal of the original tooth than a crown does. Once the tooth is prepped, the dentist creates a mold for the permanent porcelain veneer and then bonds a temporary veneer to the tooth. The patient is allowed to return home once the temporary veneer has been fitted. When the patient returns, the permanent porcelain dental veneer is cemented to the tooth. Upon completion, the patient has a beautiful tooth that looks nearly identical to the surrounding natural teeth. To find out more about porcelain dental veneers, contact our east bay office today.

Tooth-Colored Metal-Free Fillings

If you are plagued by unattractive silver metal fillings whenever you open your mouth, tooth-colored fillings may be the solution you have been searching for. Tooth-colored fillings are made of a durable resin or porcelain and are easy to apply. They are just as strong and effective as traditional silver metal fillings, but they are virtually indistinguishable from the natural tooth. To find out if tooth-colored fillings are a good option for you, please contact us today.

Take-Home Tooth Whitening

If you do not have the time for on-site tooth whitening at our Walnut Creek office, you can whiten your teeth gradually in the comfort of your own home with our take-home tooth whitening kits. These simple techniques can be completed in just seconds—but your brighter, whiter smile and the confidence it brings can last a lifetime! To learn more about this exciting tooth whitening option, contact our Walnut Creek office today.

Zoom! 2™ Tooth Whitening

Zoom! 2™, the most effective in-office whitening system, is the latest advancement in cosmetic tooth whitening available at our Walnut Creek location. Using an extremely effective combination of a hydrogen peroxide-based bleach and a heating lamp, Zoom! 2™ tooth whitening system is a safe and effective way to lighten teeth up to ten shades in one brief office visit. With proper dental care and regular touch-ups at home, the Zoom! 2™ tooth whitening system offered at our Walnut Creek-based practice can give you a bright, beautiful smile that will last for years to come.

The dentist applies the Zoom! 2™ tooth whitening gel directly to the protective outer surface of the teeth, the enamel. He then uses a special heat lamp to activate the gel. The gel breaks itself down and then releases oxygen into the teeth's dentin (the main, hard part of the tooth) and enamel. The oxygen bleaches away stains without affecting the structure of the teeth. After one hour, the gel is removed and followed by a five-minute fluoride treatment. By the end of this quick procedure, the patient has a radiantly white smile free of any stains.

Although many patients who do try Zoom! 2™ notice no side effects, some might experience tooth sensitivity, discomfort from the heat lamp, or mild tingling sensations. Zoom! 2™ in-office whitening system is safe for most patients, although those who nurse, are pregnant, take prescription or homeopathic light-sensitive drugs, have skin cancer, or receive chemotherapy should not undergo the procedure.

Explore our gallery to see some of the amazing tooth whitening results we’ve attained using the Zoom! 2™ in-office whitening system, or contact the tooth whitening professionals at our Walnut Creek office to learn more!

Tooth Whitening

Regardless of how well you care for your smile, teeth inevitably become dull and stained due to food and the natural effects of time. Thanks to the advancements in dental technology, you do not have to live with the stubborn indications of time on your smile any longer. We offer a wide range of tooth whitening procedures at our Walnut Creek facility that will restore your smile’s natural radiance quickly with impressive dramatic results. To find out which tooth whitening option is best for you, you can contact the tooth whitening experts at our accessible Walnut Creek office today.

Dental Implants

Dental implants are an excellent solution to missing individual teeth. Not only do dental implants eliminate gaps, but they also provide a comfortable fit and look completely natural. In addition, they don't require the cutting down of neighboring teeth as bridges do. Here’s how they work:

Dental implants attach artificial teeth below the gum line using an anchor. The anchor holds the implant in place, allowing natural bone and gum to grow around it. The end result is a strong, secure tooth that is virtually indistinguishable from natural teeth. Thanks to temporary crowns and other innovations, we can complete dental implants for you in just a few brief visits! To learn more about dental implants, contact our Walnut Creek office today.

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