Cosmetic Treatments

Dental bonding is an alternative to teeth veneers and can be used as a restorative procedure for teeth that are chipped, cracked, discolored or misarranged.

How does dental bonding work?

The tooth is prepared for dental bonding by lightly etching the surface and applying a bonding liquid. Once the liquid sets, a plastic resin is applied and sculpted into the desired shape by the dentist. Once set, the resin is trimmed, smoothed and polished to a natural appearance.

Considerations for Dental Bonding

The bonding procedure can often be completed in a single office visit, and can improve the appearance of a tooth significantly. However, since the plastic resin used is not as strong as your natural tooth enamel, it is more likely to stain, chip or break than natural teeth. Bonding typically lasts three to five years before need of repair.

What are teeth veneers?

Porcelain veneers are thin shells of ceramic that bond directly to the front surfaces of the teeth. They are an ideal choice for improving your smile and have become increasingly popular due to their simplicity and versatility.

Placing custom teeth veneers requires a high degree of technical skill as well as attention to cosmetic detail. We place veneers routinely, and design each case individually to match and enhance the characteristics of each patient’s smile.

Will dental veneers look like normal teeth?

When bonded to the teeth, the ultra-thin porcelain veneers are virtually undetectable and highly resistant to coffee, tea, or even cigarette stains. For strength and appearance, their resemblance to healthy, white tooth enamel is unsurpassed by other restorative options.

How durable are porcelain veneers?

With proper care, porcelain veneers will brighten your smile for well over a decade.

Dr. Pyle and Dr. Jasmine will ensure that your veneers are crafted from the highest quality porcelains and are bonded with the most advanced and proven materials available.

Refraining from using your veneers as tools to open and cut things will prolong their life, and if accidental breakage or damage occurs, it is usually possible to replace only the veneer involved.

Having a beautiful smile may be even easier than you think. Many people achieve the look they’ve been dreaming of with our simple “whitening” procedure.

What are the details of teeth whitening?

It’s safe, quick, and inexpensive. Just let us know at any appointment if you would like to whiten your teeth. You can lighten only your upper teeth or both the upper and lower, depending on how much you show when you talk and smile.

In only a day or two your custom bleach trays will be ready for you to pick up. We provide you with a special bleaching agent that you put into the clear trays. You will wear the trays 60-90 minutes a day until you reach the desired shade. only occasional treatment is needed to maintain your new smile.

How is teeth whitening done?

We have two different methods of whitening that we can provide. An impression is taken to make a specialized “mouthguard” or “tray” to hold the bleach against the teeth. You will wear the trays for 60-90 min every day until you reach your desired shade. In some cases, the change is nothing short of brilliant. Our other method of whitening doesn’t require any impressions of the mouth. We have professional strength whitening strips that can be applied to teeth and also have amazing results. For confidence in appearance, bleaching technology allows us to promise improvements in yellowing, aging or stained teeth. For very severely stained teeth, crowns or dental veneers may be more appropriate.

Key Benefits of Teeth Whitening

• Corrects brown, yellow and spotted tooth staining

• Works on people of any age

• Is a near-permanent solution for a “dull” smile, restoring brightness and brings a smile alive

At St. Louis Dental Studio, we are proud to offer clear aligners as a discreet and comfortable solution for straightening your teeth. Whether you’re looking to correct minor spacing or more complex alignment issues, our clear aligners provide an effective alternative to traditional braces without the hassle of wires and brackets.

Designed with convenience in mind, clear aligners are nearly invisible, removable, and customized to fit your unique smile. With personalized treatment plans and ongoing support from our expert team, we’ll guide you through the process to ensure you achieve the beautifully aligned smile you deserve—all while maintaining your confidence throughout treatment.

Schedule a consultation today to learn how clear aligners can help you reach your smile goals at St. Louis Dental Studio!