October 9, 2022June 9, 2020 by GPGDev

Dental Veneers and Dental Implants both can give patients a beautiful white smile. Deciding what restorative or cosmetic option works best for you depends on the condition of your teeth. Our staff at Fusion Dental Care in Raleigh, NC provides cosmetic and restorative consultations to all our patients to take a detailed look at your mouth and determine a customized treatment plan that works for you. We listen to your goals and look at all options to give you the opportunity to choose the best one.

So, what is the difference between the two? Typically, Dental Veneers and Dental Implants are used for different reasons. This all depends on how much damage a patient has to their teeth.

What are Dental Implants?

Dental Implants are the leading restorative solution for many patients and one of the most common procedures done today. Implants are permanent and reliable giving patients the feeling that they have natural teeth. Implants are used for patients that have lost a tooth or teeth, have suffered from periodontal disease, or an injury. Dental implants take multiple appointments across a few months to complete.

Implants last upwards of 25 years or a lifetime if taken care for properly. They provide many benefits to patients, and are comfortable in the mouth. Implants allow patients to speak, eat, and function just like they would with natural teeth.

As part of our evaluation process, Dr. Hoda Bassiri will determine if the patient has enough bone present in the jaw to support the implants. If needed, bone grafting can be done to provide the additional support. During the implant procedure metal posts are placed in the jaw, and these act similar to artificial tooth roots. These posts provide the required support needed for the implants. Once the healing process is complete, an abutment or connector is secured on top of the implants. This allows the crown to be secured on top of the implant.

Crowns are custom made to match the color, size, and shape of your teeth. Temporary crowns are used while the patient waits for the permanent crown to be placed. Practicing good oral hygiene habits and visiting our office regularly will help to keep your implants looking and feeling great.

Still Not Sure? Contact Our Cosmetic Dentist in Raleigh, NC

Choosing the best option is important, and our team at Fusion Dental Care is here to help give you all of the options available to achieve that bright white smile. We welcome all patients, and strive to always provide quality service our patients can count on.

If you are interested in finding out more about Dental Veneers or are looking to get dental implants in Raleigh, NC, please contact Dr. Bassiri today to schedule your consultation.

October 9, 2022April 22, 2020 by GPGDev

Charming Little Girl In White T Shirt Cleaning Teeth With Colorful Kids Toothbrush Looking At Camera

Children are often more susceptible to injuries. During childhood, a child tends to be a bit careless and has a greater risk of getting any injury. No matter how well parents keep an eye on their children and how well they keep their children safe from any harm, accidents are something unavoidable. For example, an evening outdoor playing session is a child’s right, and they cannot be stopped from having it. These are the situations when children are the most vulnerable to accidents.

During their playtime, when children take a fall on the ground, their mouths usually take the maximum jerk if not an external injury. A jerk of greater magnitude can also result in an internal injury such as a broken tooth, a deep cut on the walls of mouth or gums, etc. These injuries can be fairly severe as mouths bleed more than many other body parts, and the mixing of blood with saliva is not a good thing. But how to deal with such an emergency? What to do in case your child comes to you with such an injury?

Firstly, you need to rinse your child’s mouth with warm water so that all the blood gets drained off, and you can have a clear look at the actual situation. Then you can follow a few tips for dealing with such panic situations.

A Chipped or Broken Tooth

If your child comes to you with a broken tooth, take them to a dentist immediately. A dentist can treat a chipped tooth by smoothing it or using some appropriate material to rebuild it. However, if a baby or a permanent tooth is broken, dentists often use bonding to reattach them to their gums

What to do in the Case of a kocked-out Baby Tooth?

f your child gets their baby tooth knocked out, never try to adjust it back in the cavity. Doing this could cause serious damage to the permanent tooth lying beneath it. However, you can give them painkillers like ibuprofen or paracetamol but never aspirin as it can cause inflammation. Also, to stop the bleeding, you can apply some pressure using a gauze. There can be other dental emergencies with children as well. For example, broken braces or expanders that can cause internal injuries. But the key to dealing with such problems is maintaining your calm. Situations, as delicate as these, can easily go wrong if anyone panics. So whatever you do, make sure you do it with full sanity.

If you or your child are experiencing a dental emergency, call us today!

October 9, 2022April 9, 2020 by GPGDev

Creating a full and beautiful smile is easy with the help of porcelain veneers. Veneers are one of the most tried and trusted cosmetic options and has been for years. Veneers are easy to place, normally requiring little to no anesthetic. They are relatively long-lasting, with most porcelain veneers staying in place for about a decade. The veneer procedure involves matching your current restorations with your existing dentition for a bright, flawless appearance.

Can Porcelain Veneers Be Whitened?

You may already have veneers or are looking to get them placed but want to know if they can be whitened. Porcelain veneers cannot be whitened with whitening products or treatments. They remain the color they were when first created for you. In order to whiten your veneers, they will need to be fully replaced with veneers that are of a lighter shade. While some whitening treatments and products promise to whiten dental restorations, the vast majority of restorations will not change color during or after using the product. The beauty about veneers not changing color is that you can rest assured they won’t stain or discolor. You can always benefit from veneers that are the same color they were when they were first placed.

Best Options for Veneer Patients

If you’re unhappy with the color of your veneers, the best option is to have them replaced. Your doctor may recommend whitening your natural teeth prior to the veneer procedure so that your new whiter veneers match your brighter smile. You may need to whiten your natural teeth regularly to keep them bright, white and matching the veneers that have been placed. Because the veneer procedure is so easy and quick, it takes very little time to replace them. In fact, it’s recommended that you have your veneers replaced every 10 years, so if your veneers are over a decade old, you may want to consider having them replaced regardless of their color.

In order to be fully satisfied with your new veneers, it’s important to choose a color that works for your smile. Whitening your natural teeth can help in creating a flawless and natural look so that it’s less obvious that you’re wearing veneers. While veneers may not be able to be whitened, they can’t stain or discolor either. This ensures that you can always feel confident in wearing your veneers and showing off a bright, full and flawless smile.

If you’d like to come into our office for Veneer treatment, call us today and we can schedule a consultation appointment for you.

October 9, 2022March 25, 2020 by GPGDev

Joyful Young Woman Undergoing Clear Aligner Treatment

Correcting misalignment problems can sometimes be difficult and you may be wanting to avoid the bulk and metal of traditional braces. Rather than go with traditional metal braces, you might want to consider Invisalign. Invisalign uses a system of clear aligners to correct the alignment of your smile so that it looks more even and uniform. This can improve your appearance as well as the ability to properly care for your teeth.

What To Expect

During the first six weeks of treatment, it’s normal to experience tenderness and soreness as the teeth begin to shift. You will begin to notice your teeth shifting into more uniform alignment as the Invisalign begins to work. You will be instructed to come into the office at least once more during the first six weeks in order to have a new set of clear aligner trays made for you. It is important that you get in the habit of removing your Invisalign trays before eating and when brushing your teeth. It’s just as important to replace the Invisalign after you’re finished enjoying your meal and brushing your teeth.

Continuing Treatment

It is important that you continue with Invisalign treatment well after the first six weeks to ensure that you achieve beautiful, flawless results. The key to treatment is to have new trays made for you every few weeks. These new trays mold with your teeth as they begin to shift, further improving the look and feel of your smile. You can expect to be in your Invisalign trays for anywhere from a year to several years depending on how severely crowded and crooked your teeth currently are.

Maintaining Results

Once you’ve completed treatment with Invisalign, you’ll want to maintain your results with a retainer. Retainers should be worn regularly for the first few weeks to months and then nightly to ensure the teeth stay in proper alignment. If you’ve had orthodontic work done in the past, you may want to choose Invisalign as a way to correct the problems that you’ve experienced from not maintaining your results. Orthodontic treatment is crucial for individuals wanting to improve the look of their smile without needing to worry that they’re wearing bulky metal braces or having to deal with wires and brackets.

If you’d like to come into our office for Invisalign treatment, call us today and we can schedule a consultation appointment for you.

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