Frequently Asked Questions
We’re happy to answer any questions you might have about our dentistry services, patient procedures, and more.
Here you can find answers to our most commonly asked questions. If you have any further questions or can’t find the answer you’re looking for, please contact us and we’ll make sure you get the information you need to make a confident decision about your dental health!
Given the many factors associated with restoration and cosmetic dentistry, the balance between insurance coverage and out-of-pocket expenses will vary. However, we may work with you to put together a treatment plan that fits your needs and works within your budget. We also submit claims to all dental insurance plans for our patients. Financing options are available, as well.
From having a missing tooth to wishing to address and correct multiple dental issues, there are many reasons to visit Ortisi & Abate Family Dentistry. Find out if you may benefit from any of our procedures for cosmetic or restorative dentistry in Sterling Heights, MI.
The answer depends on what you have done. Teeth whitening, for instance, will need to be done again when results start to fade. Dental implants, on the other hand, can last indefinitely. The longevity of dental bridges, inlays, overlays, veneers, and crowns will vary based on your diet, oral hygiene habits, and similar factors.
For some treatments for cosmetic dentistry in Sterling Heights, MI, pre-procedures may need to be done before the procedure is done. Other times, however, the treatment may be completed in a single visit. With a full restoration, the entire process may take a year or more since multiple procedures are involved.
Every situation is different. Therefore, what you can expect with cosmetic or restorative dentistry in Sterling Heights, MI, from us is a personalized experience and a treatment plan specific to your needs, preferences, and goals.
Cosmetic dentistry offers various treatments to enhance your smile, depending on your specific needs. These include:
With advancements in cosmetic dentistry, these treatments can significantly enhance both the appearance and health of your teeth, giving you a more confident smile.
If you’re feeling somewhat self-conscious about your teeth, or just want to improve your smile, cosmetic dental treatments may be the answer to a more beautiful, confident smile.
Cosmetic dentistry has become very popular in the last several years, not only due to the many advances in cosmetic dental procedures and materials available today, but also because patients are becoming more and more focused on improving their overall health. This includes dental prevention and having a healthier, whiter, more radiant smile.
There are many cosmetic dental procedures available to improve your teeth and enhance your smile. Depending on your particular needs, cosmetic dental treatments can change your smile dramatically, from restoring a single tooth to having a full mouth make-over. Ask your dentist how you can improve the health and beauty of your smile with cosmetic dentistry.
Cosmetic Procedures:
Teeth Whitening: Bleaching lightens teeth that have been stained or discolored by age, food, drink, and smoking. Teeth darkened as a result of injury or taking certain medications can also be bleached, but the effectiveness depends on the degree of staining present.
Composite (tooth-colored) Fillings: Also known as “bonding”, composite fillings are now widely used instead of amalgam (silver) fillings to repair teeth with cavities, and also to replace old defective fillings. Tooth-colored fillings are also used to repair chipped, broken, or discolored teeth. This type of filling is also very useful to fill in gaps and to protect sensitive, exposed root surfaces caused by gum recession.
Porcelain Veneers: Veneers are thin custom-made, tooth-colored shells that are bonded onto the fronts of teeth to create a beautiful individual smile. They can help restore or camouflage damaged, discolored, poorly shaped, or misaligned teeth. Unlike crowns, veneers require minimal tooth structure to be removed from the surface of the tooth.
Porcelain Crowns (caps): A crown is a tooth-colored, custom-made covering that encases the entire tooth surface restoring it to its original shape and size. Crowns protect and strengthen teeth that cannot be restored with fillings or other types of restorations. They are ideal for teeth that have large, fractured or broken fillings and also for those that are badly decayed.
Dental Implants: Dental implants are artificial roots that are surgically placed into the jaw to replace one or more missing teeth. Porcelain crowns, bridges, and dentures can be made specifically to fit and attach to implants, giving a patient a strong, stable, and durable solution to removable dental appliances.
Orthodontics: Less visible and more effective brackets and wires are making straightening teeth with orthodontics much more appealing to adult patients. Also, in some cases, teeth may be straightened with custom-made, clear, removable aligners that require no braces.
Thanks to the advances in modern dentistry, cosmetic treatments can make a difference in making your smile shine!
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