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People seek cosmetic dentistry for a variety of reasons. Some people simply want to look younger, and cosmetic dentistry is like a dental facelift that can quickly "reverse" the natural aging process of the teeth. Others, the majority, have had unattractive teeth their whole lives and have always felt self-conscious because of them. They will rarely smile, which can often hide a warm side of their personality.
Modern dentistry offers a wide variety of treatment options for people seeking to enhance their smile. The options range from Lumineers to whitening to Porcelain Veneers to Invisilign! In many cases, a combination of these techniques are used to deliver the best results.
Dr. Chen is highly trained and certified in these technologies and procedures.
Ask about an Extreme Makeover consultation with Dr. Chen today and start looking forward to the smile of your dreams!
Oral SurgeryOral surgery is a broad field that addresses the different problems that can occur within the mouth. Most are related to the teeth, though some problems may involve the jaw (maxillofacial issues) or the gums.
A number of conditions may require oral surgery, some of which include:impacted wisdom teeth, wisdom teeth removal or other tooth extraction, dental implants for missing teeth, TMJ, Dentures and Jaw alignment.
Dr. Chen had a formal oral surgery residency training and specialized in treating the problems listed below. That means most of your dental needs can be accomodated at one dental practice, including Oral Surgery.
Here is a more detailed list of common problems that are treated by oral surgery:
Tooth loss: When a patient loses a tooth from disease or injury, a dental implant can be placed into the mouth. This is an alternative to removable dentures, and can be more natural looking. A dental implant must be anchored into the jawbone for stability, so ideal patients must be healthy, hygienic, and have good bone density.
Impacted teeth: Most cases of impacted teeth are related to the wisdom teeth. These are the last molars to emerge in a fully developed mouth.
Impacted teeth are the result of insufficient room in the jaw for these large molars. As they grow, the wisdom teeth can become trapped in the gum tissue. This condition often results in swelling, pain, and some bleeding.
Impacted teeth can also change the alignment of your other teeth by adding pressure. Most dentists wouldn't recommend that you keep impacted teeth because of the health problems they raise, so surgical removal is the common treatment.
Dentures: People with missing teeth often opt for dentures instead of implants. However, some pre-emptive surgery may be required to make room for the dentures to fit properly.
There are many more problems associated with the face that can be treated with oral surgery. Things like infection, growths, damage from accidents, and facial deformations can all be treated effectively. We can help determine your specific needs.
In an ongoing effort to provide you with the best care possible, we have recently added the KODAK 9000 3D Extraoral Imaging System to our practice, revolutionizing patient treatment.
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