Teeth have become a focal point on the face. Dentists can bleach and whiten, lengthen or shorten, straighten or angle the teeth, They can also remove spaces and correct chipped teeth with relative ease. In fact, cosmetic dentistry can be compared to graphic art. It is important for both professions to use line and color as well as being precise with the detail.

When it comes to teeth straightening, there is no need to have a mouth full of metal anymore. Today, Invisalign is a wonderful alternative to getting teeth straight without be embarrassment or the hassle of metal. The process is rather quick and simple and the results are successful.

If you are considering cosmetic dentistry, whether it is getting veneers, repairing chipped teeth or maybe getting your teeth whitened, consider visiting our Plymouth family dental office, Wayzata Dental & SmileSpa. Our office is inviting, and we have a staff that specializes in cosmetic dentistry. Visit us online to take a tour and review all the treatments. You can also make an dental appointment online! We hope to see you soon.

You may wonder if you can do something to improve your smile or is this risky?

Yes, you can!

Regular good oral care and dental checkups are great ways to improve the look of your teeth. But did you know that some items, used too often, can damage the surface of your teeth? Household materials like baking powder to clean the teeth with or other scouring substances can damage the teeth as the tooth surface is abraded to a greater or lesser extent by the material used and this can even lead to damage of the dental nerve.

How about do-it-yourself products for teeth whitening found at drugstores? Bleaching products are good and usually safe when used sparingly but they should only be made use of in consultation with your family dentist. Keep in mind that these teeth bleaching products can lead to problems with loose fillings and can also bring on damage to the dental nerve.

Aside from causing problems, incorrect use of at-home products can also lead to irritation or burning of the gums or other complications and can quickly result in a dental disaster instead of the desired smile. For this reason you should always consult with your dentist about any at-home cosmetic dental treatments so that you don’t cause unhealthy issues to your teeth or gums.

So, if you are ready to show a celebrity-looking smile, consult our office, Wayzata Dental & SmileSpa. We are a Plymouth Teeth Whitening dentistry that will turn your smile into one that you will be 100 percent to show off. We offer different types of whitening treatments and can help you get your teeth looking naturally white and healthy.

Typical Insurance Coverage

Traditional dentistry focuses on preventing disease and maintaining oral health and hygiene, cosmetic dentistry focuses on improving the appearance of your teeth and mouth. Traditional dentistry is considered to be a necessity – relieving pain and preventing problems such as decay. A patient can decide if he or she wants to pursue cosmetic treatments.

Here are a few things to consider when dealing with insurance companies and cosmetic dentistry:

• Most insurance does not cover the following procedures:
• Bleaching or tooth whitening
• Correcting a space between the teeth
• Initial placement of porcelain veneers

While insurance tooth whitening clauses are almost definitely immovable, in that it is extremely difficult to make whitening seem necessary for your health, some discount plans might be able to help you save on the procedure. Tooth bonding, for purposes other than improving tooth appearance, can be covered under some circumstances, especially if the procedure is intended to repair such as a chip. Cosmetic repairs after an injury are almost always covered.

You might get a discount on your veneers if you are replacing or repairing them. Most contracts include a section on repairs.

You should talk with your family dentist. Wayzata Dental and SmileSpa is a Plymouth dentistry specializing in cosmetic dentistry such as teeth whitening. Give is a call or visit us online to see all the different ways we can help you achieve a healthy and radient smile.

What’s the first thing people want to do when their braces come off? Most are usually happy with the results but want to get their teeth whitened. After putting up with several years of braces, you want your teeth to be perfect and dazzling — a movie star smile.

Some people opt for drugstore brands for whitening for convenience but the results aren’t as good, and is it really that convenient? So, should you get your teeth whitened in a dentist’s office, or should you do it yourself at home? It really depends on the results you want.

If you are skittish about plunging into the world of whitening products, and if you have a history of tooth sensitivity or gum problems, you should strongly consider professional whitening. The advantage of in-office treatment is this: it takes the responsibility plus the mess out of your hands. Leaving the whitening treatments in the hands of a dentist that handles cosmetic and restorative dentistry, you’ll get outstanding results.

If you are interested in whitening your teeth, give us a call. At Wayzata Dental and SmileSpa, we specialize in professional whitening treatments of all kinds and help you get that movie star smile.

A recent research has identified three main kinds of smile. Each of these signals different types of emotion.

The Mona Lisa: The corners of the mouth are pulled up and out, and the upper lip is raised to show the upper teeth. The most attractive Mona Lisa smile shows all top teeth and about two millimeters of the gums. Almost two-thirds of the people smile like this. For most people, the Mona Lisa smile is considered the most attractive.

The Canine: The way this looks: A wide lip smile and then full teeth are exposed. One-third of the people smile this way.

The Full Denture Smile: All of the upper and lower lip work overtime to expose the whole teeth – a little awkward. This is a rare smile – not many people are comfortable with this smile especially if their teeth aren’t the whitest.

However, there are fake smiles too. How do you know the difference?

The most noticeable giveaway is from the eyes, which will squint, crinkle up and become narrower when the smile is genuine. On the contrary, the eyes will remain the same and unaffected when someone is smiling falsely to hide away their emotions. Basically, when someone is truly smiling from the heart, the facial muscles around the eyes cannot be brought under conscious control by the mind. This is how experts can tell if you are telling a lie.

So, next time someone smiles at you, think about it. Was it a Mina Lisa, a Canine or a Full Denture? Maybe it was a fake smile.

Now you are the expert at smiles. Does your smile need some work? Contact us at Wayzata Dental and SmileSpa. We are experts at perfecting smiles at our signature SmileSpa. Contact us online or call us for an appointment!

Research has found that job interviewees who had their teeth whitened were not only likely to be hired but also receive a larger salary.

Hard to believe?

Experts suspect that attractive people give off the impression that they are trustworthy and brighter. Take an experiment. Watch the next person you speak to. Where do their eyes fall on your face? Usually it is the eyes and mouth. If you don’t have the brightest smile, it send signals that maybe you don’t take care of yourself. This sometimes, in our minds, is associated with laziness and not taking care of other things, like work. Whitening is a simple process that can change the way your teeth appear — giving off positive signals.

Before taking on the decision to whiten your teeth, talk to a family dentist specializing in teeth whitening or cosmetic dentistry. The dentist will be able to tell you what type of treatment would benefit your situation. There are some things to think about including the color of your teeth and how deeply stained your teeth are. Stains that have been on your teeth for a period of time may require multiple treatments.

Most bonded teeth, dental crowns or veneers may present a challenge and remain the same color despite the whitening – they will stay the same color. A knowledgeable dentist will know how to correct this and best way to evaluate your personal whitening requirements.

Contact us at Wayzata Dental and SmileSpa. If you want your teeth white and healthy, we know the best way to do it. You will be surprised just how comfortable our office is and just how white your teeth can get!

Yes, there is.

For the number one way to prevent tooth decay, proper brushing is absolutely important. Most people don’t realize that brushing should take at least two minutes. Most people feel a few seconds of quick brushing is good enough and won’t devote extra time. To get a good idea of how much time you spend taking care of your teeth, use a timer or a bathroom clock. Two minutes isn’t really that long.

How do you brush?
Do you know the actual technique to brushing your teeth? Most people don’t. Children should get into the habit of doing it correctly so they’ll develop the right techniques as adults. To properly brush your teeth, you need to use short and gentle strokes and pay extra attention to the gum line. Other areas that need attention are hard-to-reach teeth, areas around fillings, crowns or other areas with restoration.

Here are the basic steps to use:
• Start with the outer surfaces of your upper teeth, then move to the lower teeth
• Next, move to the inner surfaces of your upper teeth, then on to your lower teeth
• Then, move to cleaning the chewing surfaces
• Don’t forget about brushing your tongue for fresher breath.

When it comes to using toothbrushes, a soft-bristled brush is best for removing plaque. The tool that seems to make a difference for adults and children are powered toothbrushes — helping those who may have some problems with dexterity. Talk to you family dentist about other tools or ways to help maintain your teeth.

So, next time you pull your toothbrush out, remember that you should spend about 120 seconds on brushing. We all know that time goes by fast. Spending just a few minutes a day to take care of your own teeth may give you a lifetime of smiles.

Many people have a difficult time convincing themselves to see the dentist. But you shouldn’t worry too much about that. Due to increases in technology and advances in dental practices over the last half century, it isn’t nearly as painful as it used to be. And the benefits to seeing a dentist far outweigh any costs. Most people enjoy sporting their beautiful smiles after visiting their dentist.

It’s true. Your dentist is an integral part of your smile. Due to whitening procedures, cleaning procedures, and advances in routine dental procedures all around, anyone can have a beautiful Hollywood smile. Even you.

Instead of fretting about the dentist and dreading that trip to the dentist’s chair, fearing that he’ll put you in more pain than you’ve ever felt, why not call your dentist and ask a few simple questions. “What is the most painful dental procedure?” (Chances are, you don’t need it.) “What is the most routine dental procedure?” (Chances are, you could use it and the benefits are a beautiful smile and plenty of self confidence.)

Today is a great day to sport a beautiful smile. Call your dentist and set an appointment.

Here are 10 types of cosmetic enhancement that can make your smile brighter and your teeth more welcoming:

1. Dash Whitening – A patented all-inclusive kit that will get your teeth whiter than you ever expected.
2. Porcelain Veneers – We put a thin layer of porcelain over your tooth to repair chips, discoloration, or misalignment.
3. Prep-less Veneers – No drills or syringes necessary. Can be Durathin or Lumineer.
4. Bonding – A procedure for fixing chips, discoloration, and misalignment that is applied directly to the tooth.
5. Invisible Braces – No more insults like “brace face” and “railroad track teeth.” These braces are put on the back of your teeth so that no one can see them.
6. Cosmetic Contouring – A one-session technique that can correct crooked teeth, chipped teeth, cracked teeth, or teeth that overlap.
7. Enamel Microabrasion – A procedure that involves rubbing a compound on the teeth to remove discoloration or stains.
8. Laser Gum Re-Contouring – A procedure that lifts the gums or fixes uneven gums, which can occur even if the teeth are straight.
9. Trial Smile – What if you could try your smile on before buying it? We’ll place temporary crowns and veneers on your teeth and let you wear them around awhile. When you find the smile you like, we’ll make it permanent.
10. Custom Smile Design – We can take every facial feature under consideration and the current state of your teeth, then based on your goals and desires, create the smile that you want with our custom smile design.

Cosmetic enhancements are available and within reach of the average person today. You can have the smile you want. You can have the mouthful of teeth that you want.

So what you say? Confidence is at the very heart of our being. Confidence affects the way we relate to people, engage with people, and ultimately build relationships with people. Confident people tend to do better in the work place, they do much better when it comes to dealing with relationship issues, and they feel much better about themselves.

Convinced? I hope so! But what about your smile? If you don’t think your smile is quite up to scratch, then make an appointment to visit your dentist. They can do wonders today. Teeth can be professionally cleaned, misaligned teeth straightened, and dull and lifeless teeth brought back to life using one of many different stain removal and whitening methods.

Once your treatment has been completed, you will notice a jump in people’s acceptance levels. You will make more friends easily, and your current friends will meet a brand new you – at least, in the smile department. Looking for a boost in confidence, consider visiting your dentist to help you bring back that smile.