LUMINEERS BY CERINATE is a
terrific cosmetic solution for permanently stained, chipped,
discolored, misaligned teeth, or even to revitalize old crown
and bridgework. LUMINEERS BY CERINATE is a porcelain veneer that
can be made as thin as a contact lens and is placed over
existing teeth without requiring painful removal of sensitive
tooth structure (unlike traditional veneers.)
LUMINEERS BY CERINATE is painless because they don't require
removal of painful tooth structure. Dentists apply these contact
lens-thin “smile shapers” to teeth without any grinding or
shaving, transforming misshapen, worn teeth into a naturally
beautiful smile that looks perfect for every individual.
LUMINEERS can even be placed on porcelain bridgework and crowns
with the new Revitalize Kit available from your dentist.
LUMINEERS BY CERINATE is the best of both worlds – ultra-thin,
yet super strong for a radiant smile that resists any cracking,
which can damage restorations. LUMINEERS are completely
reversible. Get your perfect smile today!
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PERMANENT, PLEASANT, PAINLESS |
LUMINEERS can only be made
from patented Cerinate porcelain. This revolutionary porcelain
is crafted through a proprietary process unavailable anywhere
other than the Cerinate Smile Design Studios owned by Den-Mat
Corporation. In just two or three visits to the dentist,
LUMINEERS provides a custom-made smile clinically proven to last
up to 20 years.
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LUMINEERS BY CERINATE Technique |
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TRADITIONAL VENEERS Technique |
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BEFORE |
BEFORE |
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Teeth are stained, slightly misshapen
with spaces in between. The dentist
makes an impression and the mold is sent
to the Cerinate Smile Design Studio
where only LUMINEERS are crafted.
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Teeth appear stained and slightly
misshapen. An impression is made and
sent to a lab. |
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LUMINEERS
VENEERS
NO PAINFUL TEETH
PREPARATION
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TRADITIONAL VENEER
PAINFUL TEETH
PREPARATION
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On next dental visit, your dentist tries
in your LUMINEERS to ensure a good fit.
Teeth are moderately etched to prepare
for placement but there is no removal of
sensitive tooth structure, the painful
part of traditional veneer techniques.
The LUMINEERS are bonded to your natural
teeth and set in place with a curing
light. |
Anesthetic shots are given to numb the
area and teeth are severely shaved away
with a drill to accommodate the veneers.
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PAINFREE
AFTER
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POTENTIALLY PAINFUL
AFTER
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In only 2 easy dental visits, you will
have a permanently whiter and beautiful
smile without shots, drills or pain.
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A better, but still flawed smile, as the
procedure is not reversible like
LUMINEERS because the original teeth
have been shaved down causing pain and
discomfort immediately after the
procedure. |
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By
using a series of clear, removable
aligners, Invisalign straightens your
teeth with results you'll notice sooner
than you think. The course of treatment
involves changing aligners approximately
every two weeks, moving your teeth into
straighter position step by step, until
you have a more beautiful smile. And
unlike braces, these clear aligners can
be removed while you eat and brush your
teeth as usual.
An average Invisalign course of
treatment takes about a year. You'll see
your Invisalign Certified Orthodontist
or Dentist every 6 to 8 weeks for
adjustments and to check progress. At
regular intervals, you'll receive a new
set of custom-molded clear aligners to
continue the straightening process. The
total number of clear aligners is
specific to you, determined by your
doctor for your course of treatment.
S
ince
Invisalign is practically
invisible, there's no
unwarranted attention to
your mouth. In fact, very
few people will notice at
all - unless you tell them.
They're comfortable to wear
and remove easily when you
eat, brush, and floss.
All across
the country, people like you
now have great smiles and
straighter teeth, thanks to
Invisalign. Make sure you
ask a friendly staff at Dr.
Obradovic's office.
How
Invisalign
can improve
the health
of your
mouth?
Teeth
that are
crowded or
too widely
spaced can
create
unhealthy
conditions,
including
swollen
gums,
redness and
pocketing,
all of which
are signs of
periodontal
disease. As
Invisalign
invisibly
straightens
your teeth,
it can also
do great
things for
the health
of your
mouth.
Healthier
Gums
Clinical
studies have
shown that
gum health
may improve
with the use
of
Invisalign
during
orthodontic
treatment¹.
Properly
aligned
teeth can
help gums
"fit"
tighter
around each
tooth²,
which may
lead to
better
periodontal
health.
Unlike
braces, with
Invisalign,
you can
brush and
floss
normally,
which can
help prevent
tooth decay
and
periodontal
disease.
Easier
Cleanings
Unlike
traditional
orthodontics
or braces,
Invisalign
has no metal
bands or
wires to
trap food
and plaque.
Maintaining
a good oral
hygiene
program will
also reduce
chances of
plaque
buildup,
tooth decay
and
periodontal
disease.
Improved
Chewing and
Speech
For some
people,
incorrectly
positioned
teeth and
jaws can
exacerbate
speech
difficulties
and chewing
problems.
Correcting
your bite by
straightening
your teeth
can help
improve
both.
Lower
Risk of
Trauma and
Abnormal
Wear
Properly
aligned
teeth can be
less
stressful on
supporting
bone and jaw
joints.
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Every tooth consists of three different layers.
From the outside, first there is Enamel (the outer layer of the
teeth which is the hardest part of the body).
The second layer is Dentin (the inside hard layer) and then we
have the Pulp (which is an empty space where the live tissue and
nerve of each tooth is located)
If for any reason the pulp space is
exposed to the outside, the tissue
becomes contaminated and eventually
infected. The exposure of pulp happens
in many circumstances for example when
you have a large cavity, or a fractured
tooth. Your dentist can explain the
exact reason for damage to this tissue.
Regardless of the reason for this
contamination or damage to pulp tissue,
the treatment is usually Root canal
treatment.
Root canal treatment is the process of
going inside the pulp space and removing
the infected and dead tissue. Then the
space is disinfected and sealed with
special materials.
Now-a-days, root canal treatments are
performed with advanced techniques and
material and are more comfortable and
faster. After root canal treatment is
done your restorative dentist will
usually place a
crown
on you tooth to protect it against
fracture.
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When a root canal treatment
fails, the first course of action that is usually taken is
trying to re-do the root canal treatment. It is usually done by
an Endodontist (root canal specialist) or an experienced general
dentist
The process is very similar to
Root canal Treatment,
the difference is that besides taking
any remaining infected tissue out, the
doctor has to take old filling material,
any posts and crowns or any other
obstacle in the pulp space out to be
able to successfully disinfect and seal
the area of the root canal.
After the root canal treatment is done
your restorative dentist will place a
crown to protect the tooth against
fractures.
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Sealants are thin layers of resin that
are placed on the pits and fissures and grooves of (usually) molars to
prevent decay on these surfaces
Majority of decays on back teeth starts
on grooves and pits of chewing surfaces,
especially
during the first few years after their
eruption. Sealing these surfaces with
composite resins prevents these kinds of
decay.
Sealants are one of the most effective
methods of preventing decays on the
surfaces where they are places. Although
it is still a possibility that decay may
happen on surfaces in between the teeth,
sealants significantly reduce the
overall chance of having cavities.
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Teeth stain during our lifetime due to
consumption of a variety of foods and drinks (Coke, spicy food,
coffee...) New
technology of teeth whitening has enabled dentists to whiten teeth without any
change or damage to the tooth structure.
Almost all the whitening methods are
similar in concept but some are much
more effective because of the way the
whitening material is delivered to the
teeth. The other factor in effectiveness
of
the method is the concentration of
material, which is the reason why over
the counter whitening systems usually
don
t give patients the result they are
hoping for.
The two main methods of professional
whitening are tray whitening and in
office whitening. Tray whitening is when
a custom tray is made for the patient
after an impression is taken, then a
supply of whitening gel is given to the
patient and he/she will wear the tray
for a few hours a day (techniques
differ) for a period of time until an
acceptable result is achieved.
Sensitivity of the teeth
is a normal
complication of this method of whitening
and
is
almost always transitional.
In office whitening on the other hand is
the most effective method of whitening.
There are a few different ways that are
available for example, Britesmile, Zoom,
Laser whitening....But in all these
methods the process is similar and you
can have your teeth whitened in one
session with great results. Your dentist
can give you more detailed information
and tell you which method is more
suitable in your case and which one is
indicated for your teeth.
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Inlays or onlays are lab made
restorations that are placed on teeth when the cavity or lost tooth
structure is too large to be restored by a simple filling. The process of
making an Inlay is very similar to a crown. After the tooth is prepared it
is cemented or bonded to the tooth
There are different materials that
inlays are made of, gold, porcelain and
composite resins are among them.
Porcelain and composite inlays and
onlays are cosmetic alternatives to
fillings and are very strong compared to
regular white fillings. Gold inlays and
onlays are also good alternatives but
their appearance has made them less
popular.
Your dentist will explain to you when an
inlay or onlay is a good
treatment option for you. In general,
inlays and onlays can replace most of
back teeth fillings and provide a better
alternative to
conventional filling. At
the same time they are more conservative
than crowns.
As far as the cost is concerned, because
the process of making an inlay or onlay
is similar to a crown, its cost is also
comparable. When long-term longevity of
inlays and onlays are considered,
though, they can end up costing less
than traditional fillings.
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A crown (cap) is a restoration that is placed on
teeth that have lost a lot of their structure.
There
are many different types of crowns, full porcelain, porcelain fused to metal,
full metal crowns... Your dentist will explain the advantage and disadvantage of
each kind for you.
The process of making a crown includes
many steps that start in our office with
preparing the teeth and taking
impressions from the tooth/teeth
involved. Then a temporary crown or
bridge is placed on your teeth.
The
impressions are sent to the lab. In the
lab a mold of the teeth is poured and
the work begins.
There are multiple steps and different
technicians work on the mold to
fabricate a crown or bridge. The
completed work is sent back to the
office and after necessary checks and
adjustments it is cemented onto your
teeth.
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TMJ is
the joint that connects the lower and
upper jaw (skull). The terms TMJ stands
for Temporo-Mandibular Joint. This is
one the most complicated joints of the
whole body. One that allows forward and
backward moves as well as rotations and
side to side movements.
TMJ
is the joint that connects the lower and
upper jaw (skull). The terms TMJ stands
for Temporo-Mandibular Joint. This is
one the most complicated joints of the
whole body. One that allows forward and
backward moves as well as rotations and
side to side movements.
TMJ
is often referred to as the
complications and problems with this
joint. Some of the most common symptoms
of TMJ problems are:
Some
causes of the disease are
genetics,
hormones, low-level infections,
auto-immune diseases, trauma, and
clenching or grinding of the teeth.
Diagnosis of such conditions and
evaluation of causes are done by
dentists experienced in TMJ problems and
treatments. Some common treatments are
Night Guards, Bite Guards and Bite
Adjustments. Your dentist will be able
to guide you toward the best treatment
for you.
If you
experience any TMJ problem or symptoms
please let us know. The doctor will be
happy to evaluate your situation and
offer the best treatment possible.
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