Cosmetic Dentistry
Porcelain veneers
crowns
bonding
teeth whitening
full mouth reconstruction
Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers can help correct the appearance of stained, chipped, crooked, or poorly spaced teeth. If you have any of these issues, porcelain veneers are a great answer to create the beautiful smile you have always wanted. Porcelain veneers are recommended most often for those who have problems with their front teeth such as those individuals that have extra spaces between their teeth.
Veneers are strong, thin shells of acrylic or porcelain, which are bonded to the front of your teeth and create a beautiful, white, fresh new smile in as little as two visits! This wafer-thin porcelain is form-fitted to each individual problem tooth and is as strong as one's own teeth. Veneers resist future discolouration as well.
If you have any questions about improving your smile, speak with Dr. Pampena or one of our Pines Dental team members today about the possibility of porcelain veneers.
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crowns
Dr. Pampena and his team of dental professionals, here at The Pines Dental in Welland, offer both crowns and bridges for a number of cosmetic and functional situations.
If you are missing some of your teeth, don't worry, Dr. Pampena and his team can help you. Dr. Pampena knows that losing one or more teeth has an unwelcome impact socially and psychologically. That is why Dr. Pampena wants you to understand what crown treatments can do for you. Crowns can be a long lasting solution to help you improve your smile and health.
Crown procedures permanently replace missing and worn tooth structure. Dr. Pampena utilizes very strong, esthetic dental materials to restore teeth to their natural function and beauty. This technology has evolved so that in certain cases, all-ceramic (porcelain) materials are used. These metal-free restorations are not only very strong, but life-like too. Sometimes crowns are constructed in conjunction with other cosmetic services, such as porcelain laminates, to create an entire new look. No special maintenance is necessary and the restorations generally last for many years.
Crowns are covers that fit over your teeth to restore and strengthen them. In dentistry, crowns are used to cover discoloured or unevenly shaped teeth, to protect weak or decayed teeth, to restore a fractured tooth, to attach a bridge or to strengthen teeth after a root canal treatment. Crowns can be made of different materials, including acrylic, metal and porcelain. Today, all ceramic tooth-coloured crowns are most commonly used. The type of ceramic varies depending on the need for greater aesthetics vs. strength. For example, we would recommend a different ceramic for front teeth compared to back teeth because molar teeth need to be stronger to withstand the forces of chewing.
If you have any questions or concerns about crowns, come to our office in Welland, ON or speak to one of The Pines Dental team members today.
bonding
Dental bonding is one dental procedure that is commonly used to enhance the appearance of teeth and to improve the overall smile. Dr. Pampena utilizes this technique to change the overall shape of teeth so that crooked teeth look straighter. Another method is to use dental bonding to fill in the gaps between the teeth. Overall, dental bonding is useful in the following situations:
- To repair: decayed, chipped or cracked teeth
- To restore: renew discoloured teeth or close gaps
- To reshape: lengthen or change contour of the teeth
- To reinforce: protect an exposed root caused by receded gums
Bonding is a procedure in which tooth-coloured material is used to close gaps or change tooth colour. Of all cosmetic dental procedures, including veneers and crowns, bonding can be the quickest and most affordable option and is usually accomplished in one office visit unless multiple teeth require attention.
Although cosmetic dental bonding is less costly then veneers and crowns, it must be kept in mind that it is also usually not as long lasting. If you have any questions about dental bonding, please feel free to speak with Dr. Pampena on what the best options for your cosmetic dental restoration would be.
teeth whitening
Restore your smile to its natural beauty! Our whitening technique has been proven to whiten teeth as much as 10 shades, and is safe and formulated to prevent sensitivity. Take your first step to feeling good, looking great and making a memorable impression every time you smile.
The process to a whiter, healthier looking smile is quick and easy. After molds of your teeth are taken, your custom kit is prepared for you. You then follow the easy steps at home and watch your teeth whiten day by day, while you watch TV, take a shower or get ready in the morning. We really like this approach because busy people don't have to take time out of their schedules for a lengthy in office procedure. Also, this technique leaves people with less tooth sensitivity compared with the harsher chemicals of the in-house whitening protocol.
Please feel free to speak to Dr. Pampena or one of our team members here at The Pines Dental in Welland about our professional whitening system today!
full mouth reconstruction
Full mouth reconstruction, rehabilitation and restoration is available for people who have put off dentistry due to dental anxieties, past bad experiences or for financial reasons. As well, those that need several procedures performed to regain a healthy and happy smile are good candidates for these types of procedures.
If you are considering full mouth reconstruction, our caring and warm dentist, Dr. David Pampena can treat you with personal and clinical excellence. From your first visit, Dr. Pampena and his qualified team will develop a long-term treatment plan based on the needs of the patient. We usually like to present more than one option that will address the health, confidence, comfort and budget concerns of the individual and then allow the patient to select the plan that works best for them.
Each one of our team members understands the unique needs of each of our patients so as to give them treatment tailored to their individual needs. We want to make it easy for you to return for follow-up care visits to our office so that you will protect the investment you have made in your new smile and ensure your continued dental health and well-being.
A combination of the many restorative and cosmetic options that we offer may be used in your complete dental care treatment. For example, implants, crowns, bonding, porcelain veneers or braces are solutions that can be used for a full mouth reconstruction. Dr. Pampena has completed many successful full mouth cases and these patients all speak towards the great value of this treatment. Treatment can also help to fix the worn teeth, relieve jaw pain and correct jaw alignment problems. It truly is life changing.
If you have any questions about any dental procedure, please contact our office for a consultation about your smile today!
