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No- or Minimal-Prep Veneers Reduce Permanent Alterations to Your Teeth

Porcelain veneers are positive proof that unattractive teeth don’t always require an intensive restoration to regain their beauty. These thin layers of translucent porcelain — custom-designed and color-matched to blend with your other teeth — are permanently bonded to the visible side of your front teeth.

Although they can’t remedy every tooth defect, they’re well suited for mild to moderate disfigurements like chipping, staining or gaps. There are now two types of porcelain veneers: the traditional veneer and the “no-prep” veneer.

The standard veneers require some tooth structure removal, referred to as “tooth preparation.” This is because although they’re a millimeter or less in thickness, they can still appear bulky if bonded to an unprepared tooth. To accommodate their width, it’s necessary to remove some of the tooth enamel. This permanently alters the tooth so that it will need some form of restoration from that time on.

In recent years, however, other veneer options have emerged that reduces — or even eliminates — this tooth alteration. No-prep veneers are so thin they can be applied to a tooth with virtually no preparation. A more common option, minimal-prep, requires only a minor reshaping with an abrasive tool to ensure the fitted veneer looks as natural as possible. Because of their thinness, these veneers also don’t have to fit under the gum line like standard veneers.

To obtain no- or minimal-prep veneers, your tooth enamel needs to be in good, healthy shape. They’re also best suited for people with small or worn teeth, narrow smiles (the side teeth can’t be seen from the front), or slightly stained or misshapen teeth.

Because there’s little invasiveness, these low preparation veneers won’t typically create tooth sensitivity and they can often be applied without any form of anesthesia. And because tooth structure isn’t removed, they can be “uninstalled” to return to your natural look. Of course, that’s not always an easy process since the bonding between veneer and the enamel is quite strong, although today’s lasers can be used to detach the veneer quite easily.

If you’d like to consider these minimally invasive veneers, talk with your dentist. If you’re a good candidate, you may be able to gain a new smile without much change to your natural teeth.

If you would like more information on how veneers can change your smile, please contact us or schedule an appointment for a consultation. You can also learn more about this topic by reading the Dear Doctor magazine article “No-Prep Porcelain Veneers.”

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Life Is Sometimes a Grind for Brooke Shields

since childhood, when her career as a model and actress took off, Brooke Shields has enjoyed worldwide recognition — through advertisements for designer jeans, appearances on The Muppet Show, and starring roles in big-screen films. But not long ago, that familiar face was spotted in an unusual place: wearing a nasal anesthesia mask at the dentist’s office. In fact, Shields posted the photo to her own Instagram account, with the caption “More dental surgery! I grind my teeth!” And judging by the number of comments the post received, she’s far from alone.

In fact, researchers estimate that around one in ten adults have dental issues that stem from teeth grinding, which is also called bruxism. (Many children also grind their teeth, but it rarely causes serious problems, and is often outgrown.) About half of the people who are teeth grinders report problems like persistent headaches, jaw tenderness and sore teeth. Bruxism may also result in excessive tooth wear, and may damage dental work like crowns and bridges; in severe cases, loosened or fractured teeth have been reported.

Researchers have been studying teeth grinding for many years; their findings seem to indicate that it has no single cause. However, there are a number of factors that play a significant role in this condition. One is the anatomy of the jaw itself, and the effect of worn or misaligned teeth on the bite. Another factor relates to changes in brain activity that occur during the sleep cycle. In fact, nocturnal (nighttime) bruxism is now classified as a sleep-related movement disorder. Still other factors, such as the use of tobacco, alcohol and drugs, and a high level of stress or anxiety, can make an individual more likely to experience bruxism.

What can be done for people whose teeth grinding is causing problems? Since this condition may have many causes, a number of different treatments are available. Successful management of bruxism often begins by striving to eliminate the factors that may cause problems — for example, making lifestyle changes to improve your health, creating a soothing nighttime environment, and trying stress-reduction techniques; these may include anything from warm baths and soft music at bedtime, to meditation and mindfulness exercises.

Several dental treatments are also available, including a custom-made occlusal guard (night guard) that can keep your teeth from being damaged by grinding. In some cases, a bite adjustment may also be recommended: In this procedure, a small amount of enamel is removed from a tooth to change the way it contacts the opposite tooth, thereby lessening the biting force on it. More invasive techniques (such as surgery) are rarely needed.

A little tooth grinding once in a while can be a normal response to stress; in fact, becoming aware of the condition is often the first step to controlling it. But if you begin to notice issues that could stem from bruxism — or if the loud grinding sounds cause problems for your sleeping partner — it may be time to contact us or schedule an appointment. You can read more about bruxism in the Dear Doctor magazine article “Stress and Tooth Habits.”

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Get A Smile Makeover With Teeth Whitening

Even if your teeth are perfectly straight and otherwise healthy, stains and discolorations can ruin an otherwise attractive smile. Even with

the use of over the counter whitening toothpastes and gels, every day dietary and lifestyle habits like drinking coffee and smoking will dull and stain your teeth over time. Dr. Joseph Matievich, a cosmetic dentist in Rochester Hills, MI, recommends professional teeth whitening and bleaching treatments to safely and effectively remove significant stains and discolorations.

Get a Smile Makeover with Professional Teeth Whitening and Bleaching in Rochester Hills, MI

If you are unhappy with how your teeth look, a whitening treatment is usually a great place to start. Studies have shown that not only do whiter teeth make people feel better and appear more confident and competent to others, but they can even help to take a few years off your face and make you look younger. Everyone has different reasons for investing in cosmetic smile improvements, from wanting to make a good impression on a job interview, to personal reasons like reaching a milestone birthday or wanting to look and feel better on a day to day basis. Whatever the reason, a simple trip to the dentist can improve your quality of life as well as your oral health.

What is the Difference Between Over the Counter and Professional Teeth Whitening and Bleaching Treatments?

While at home whitening treatments can help, they are not as effective as professional treatment by a dentist, and may also contain abrasive agents that can strip away at your teeth’s enamel, which actually makes them more susceptible to further staining. A dentist will also find the right shade and ensure that you wind up with evenly bleached, natural looking whiter teeth.

Find a Cosmetic Dentist in Rochester Hills, MI

Whiter teeth can drastically improve the quality of your smile. For more information about professional teeth whitening and bleaching treatments, contact our office by calling (248) 853-2222 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Matievich today.

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