Create the Smile of Your Dreams with Cosmetic Dentistry
At Layne Family Dentistry we believe that each of our patients deserves a smile they can be proud to show off. We offer a variety of cosmetic solutions to correct such common aesthetic flaws as stained teeth, broken teeth, or teeth that are chipped, cracked, misshapen, or crooked. Be sure to visit our online smile gallery to see some of the stunning results our team has achieved for our cosmetic dentistry patients. We invite you to learn more about the cosmetic procedures offered and then contact us at 850-674-5502 to schedule your smile makeover consultation.
Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are thin shells of tooth-colored porcelain that can be used to cover stains or mask flaws such as cracked, broken, or misshapen teeth. Porcelain veneers are sometimes referred to as "instant orthodontics" because they can also be applied to straighten the appearance of a crooked smile.
Tooth Whitening
Tooth whitening is perhaps the most commonly sought cosmetic dental procedure at Layne & Barth Family Dentistry. Even the most beautiful smile can appear unhealthy or dull when teeth are stained or yellowed. In as quickly as one brief session, our patients can enjoy smiles that are up to ten shades brighter.
Cosmetic Dental Bonding
By applying a thin coating of a tooth-colored resin composite material to teeth, our dentist can improve the appearance of a number of cosmetic flaws. In many cases, cosmetic bonding is more affordable and just as effective as porcelain veneers, though results will not last as long.
Gum Recontouring
When a person's gums extend too far onto the tooth surface, he or she is said to have a "gummy" smile. In just one painless office visit, your dentist can use a diode laser to gently sculpt the gum line into a more pleasing proportion, making teeth appear larger and the smile more brilliant.
Six Month Smiles
Six Month Smiles is a conservative short term ortho system. It is a unique cosmetic option for adult patients who don't want comprehensive orthodontic treatment - either because of the length of treatment time or the appearance of metal braces. Dr. Brad Layne and the Six Month Smiles system uses unique clear brackets and tooth-colored wires to gently straighten and align teeth into more desirable positions. Orthodontic treatment with Six Month Smiles takes on average six months (sometimes less depending on the movement to be achieved) and is much more convenient and discreet.
Dental Crowns
When a tooth has been damaged by a cavity, your dentist will most likely perform a root canal to remove the infected tooth pulp. To restore functionality and appearance and to seal the tooth from further damage, a dental crown will then be placed over the entire tooth surface.
Dental Bridges
If a patient is missing one or more teeth but is not necessarily a good candidate for dentures or dental implants, he or she may be fitted with a dental bridge. A bridge is an artificial tooth that is held in place by a dental crown on either side of the gap created by the missing tooth.
Dentures
At Layne & Barth Family Dentistry, we offer both full and partial dentures to our patients. Unlike dental bridges or dental implants, dentures are removable replacement teeth. We use the most modern materials and methods to create our patients' dentures, so they can always be assured of a comfortable fit and the most realistic appearance.
Dental Implants
Dental implants are titanium posts that are surgically inserted into a patient's jawbone to support permanent replacement teeth. Unlike dentures, dental implants never need to be removed for cleaning, and they allow for more comfortable eating and speaking.
Tooth-Colored Fillings
Traditional metal fillings are often composed of mercury, which, in addition to creating a black appearance, can be harmful to our patient's health. For this reason, at Layne & Barth Family Dentistry we use only composite, (tooth-colored) fillings. White fillings applied by are less likely to cause tooth breakage than metal fillings. White fillings are also virtually undetectable which makes your smile healthy and beautiful at the same time.
Smile Makeover or Smile Design
Many of our patients combine a number of cosmetic dentistry procedures to achieve the ultimate in smile design. For example, a patient may choose to eliminate the "gummy" appearance of his or her smile with gum recontouring, and then enhance the results with a tooth whitening session. To learn more about the smile makeover or smile design opportunities available to our patients, we encourage you to make an appointment. Call us today at 850-674-5502 for more information.
