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Are you happy with your teeth and smile? Have you considered porcelain
veneers or teeth whitening?
Dr. Priscila can evaluate the condition of your teeth to help formulate
a plan to achieve the smile you've been dreaming of.
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Prevention
and Cosmetics
Dental
Exam
 A
comprehensive dental exam will be performed by Dr. Priscila during
your initial visit. At regular check-up exams, Dr. Priscila will
include the following:
- Examination
of diagnostic x-rays
(radiographs)
- Oral
cancer screening: Check the
face, neck, lips, tongue, throat, tissues, and gums for any signs of
oral cancer.
- Gum
disease evaluation: Check the
gums and bone around the teeth for any signs of periodontal disease.
- Examination
of tooth decay
- Examination
of existing
restorations
Professional
Dental Cleaning
Professional dental cleanings (dental prophylaxis) will be performed by
Dr. Priscila herself. Your cleaning appointment will include a dental
exam and the following:
- Removal
of calculus (tartar)
- Removal
of plaque
- Teeth
polishing
Porcelain
Veneers
 Veneers
are very thin pieces of durable, tooth shaped porcelain that
are custom made (for shape and color) by a professional dental
laboratory. They are bonded onto the front of teeth to create a
beautiful and attractive smile.
Veneers can completely reshape your teeth and smile. They can often be
alternatives to crowns and the ideal solution in treating many dental
conditions.
As with most dental restorations, veneers are not permanent and may
someday need replacement. They are very durable and will last many
years, giving you a beautiful long lasting smile.
Reasons for porcelain veneers:
- Cosmetically,
to create a uniform,
white, beautiful smile.
- Crooked
teeth
- Misshapen
teeth
- Severely
discolored or stained
teeth
- Teeth
that are too small or large
- Unwanted
or uneven spaces
- Worn
or chipped teeth
Tooth
Whitening
Tooth whitening (or bleaching) is a simple, non-invasive dental
treatment used to change the color of natural tooth enamel and is an
ideal way to enhance the beauty of your smile.
Because having whiter teeth has now become the number one aesthetic
concern of most patients, there are a number of ways to whiten teeth.
The most popular method is using a home tooth whitening system that
will whiten teeth dramatically. Since tooth whitening only works on
natural tooth enamel, it is important to evaluate replacement of any
old fillings, crowns, etc. Replacement of any restorations will be done
after bleaching so they will match the newly bleached teeth.
Tooth whitening is not permanent. A touch-up maybe needed every several
years, and more often if you smoke, drink coffee, tea, or wine.
Reasons for tooth whitening:
- Fluorosis
(excessive fluoridation
during tooth development)
- Normal
wear of outer tooth layer
- Stained
teeth due to medications
(tetracycline, etc.)
- Yellow,
brown stained teeth
Composite
Fillings
 A
composite filling is used to repair a tooth that is affected by
decay, cracks, fractures, etc. The decayed or affected portion of the
tooth will be removed and then filled with a composite filling. Because
composite fillings are tooth colored, they can be closely matched to
the color of existing teeth, and are more aesthetically suited for use
in front teeth or the more visible areas of the teeth. As with most
dental restorations, composite fillings are not permanent and may
someday have to be replaced. They are very durable, and will last many
years, giving you a long lasting, beautiful smile.
Indications for composite fillings:
- Chipped
teeth
- Closing
space between two teeth
- Cracked
or broken teeth
- Decayed
teeth
- Worn
teeth
Porcelain
Crowns
 A
crown (or cap) is a covering that encases the entire tooth surface
restoring it to its original shape and size. A crown protects and
strengthens tooth structure that cannot be restored with fillings or
other types of restorations.
Although there are several types of crowns, porcelain (tooth colored
crown) are the most popular, because they resemble your natural teeth.
They are highly durable and will last many years, but like most dental
restorations, they may eventually need to be replaced. Porcelain crowns
are made to match the shape, size, and color or your teeth giving you a
natural, long-lasting beautiful smile.
Reasons for crowns:
- Broken
or fractured teeth
- Cosmetic
enhancement
- Decayed
teeth
- Fractured
fillings
- Large
fillings
- Tooth
has a root canal
Porcelain
Inlays
 An
inlay restoration is a custom made filling made of composite
material, gold, or tooth-colored porcelain. Porcelain inlays are
popular because they resemble your natural tooth. A porcelain inlay is
made by a professional dental laboratory and is permanently cemented
into the tooth by your dentist.
Inlays can be utilized to conservatively
repair teeth that have
large defective fillings or have been damaged by decay or trauma.
Inlays are an ideal alternative to conventional silver and composite
fillings. Also, they are more conservative than crowns because less
tooth structure is removed in the preparation of inlays.
As with most dental restorations, inlays are not always permanent and
may someday require replacement. They are highly durable and will last
many years, giving you a beautiful long lasting smile.
Reasons for inlay restorations:
- Broken
or fractured teeth
- Cosmetic
enhancement
- Decayed
teeth
- Fractured
fillings
- Large
fillings
Porcelain
Onlays
 An
onlay restoration is a custom made filling made of composite
material, gold, or tooth-colored porcelain. It differes from the inlay
because they involve all the cusps from the tooth, protecting it better
from cracking, specially after having a root canal treatment. An onlay
is sometimes also referred to as a partial crown. Porcelain onlays are
popular because they resemble your natural tooth. Porcelain onlays are
made by a professional dental laboratory and is permanently cemented
onto the tooth by your dentist. Onlays can be utilized to conservatively
repair teeth that have large defective fillings or have been damaged by
decay or trauma. Onlays are an ideal alternative to crowns (caps)
because less tooth structure is removed in the preparation of onlays.
As with most dental restorations, onlays are not always permanent and
may someday require replacement. They are highly durable and will last
many years, giving you a beautiful long lasting smile.
Reasons for onlay restorations:
- Broken
or fractured teeth
- Cosmetic
enhancement
- Decayed
teeth
- Fractured
fillings
- Large
fillings
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Endodontist and Cosmetic Dentist
Root Canal, Porcelain Veneers, Teeth Whitening
Rio de Janeiro - Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana |
Av. Ataulfo de Paiva 1079,
Sala 910
Leblon, Rio de Janeiro CEP 22440-034
Office: (21) 2239-1181 English: (21) 8104-2280 |
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