The Art of Smiles is a state-of-the-art cosmetic dental clinic in Pearland, Texas — 77584. Our dental clinic specializes in cosmetic dentistry procedures aimed to help people achieve the perfect smile. If you’re self-conscious about your smile and teeth, we recommend scheduling an appointment to explore your treatment options. Our cosmetic dentist carefully examines your teeth, discusses your goals, and recommends the ideal cosmetic dental procedures for you, such as porcelain veneers, dental crowns and bridges, teeth whitening, and more. You can find our cosmetic dental clinic at 3569 Business Center Dr in Pearland, TX — 77584.

Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry refers to a wide range of dental procedures that address cosmetic concerns related to the teeth and mouth. If you’re dissatisfied with the shape, size, or general appearance of your teeth, you’re a candidate for cosmetic dentistry. Our dental spa in Pearland provides a wide range of cosmetic dental procedures, such as Invisalign clear aligners, teeth contouring, dental implants, teeth whitening, full mouth restoration, porcelain veneers, dental crowns and bridges, and more.

During your appointment, the cosmetic dentist in Pearland will carefully examine your teeth, run numerous x-rays and scans, and discuss your goals. Depending on your specific needs, they’ll curate a personalized dental treatment plan, which may include a combination of numerous procedures. Some cosmetic dental procedures conclude within an hour and produce instant results (teeth whitening), whereas others may last for several months (Invisalign). Please schedule a consultation to explore your cosmetic dentistry options in Pearland.

Dental Implants

Dental implants are screw-like titanium posts drilled into the jawbone underneath the empty sockets of the missing teeth. A dental implant essentially replaces the root structure of the missing tooth, thus offering a stable foundation for tooth replacement. Once the dental implant is placed, your bone tissues will grow around the implant via a process known as osseointegration.

After the osseointegration process, the cosmetic dentist attaches an abutment to the implant, which supports the dental crown, bridge, or denture. Depending on your needs, you can get dental implants to replace one tooth, multiple teeth, or all of your teeth — full mouth dental implants. Dental implants look, feel, and function like natural teeth.

Teeth Whitening

Professional teeth whitening is the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedure. As the name suggests, this procedure removes all the stains from your enamel to make your teeth appear significantly whiter and brighter. At-home teeth whitening products have low doses of hydrogen peroxide, so they take weeks to produce results. However, in-office professional teeth whitening is performed using high concentrations of bleaching gels for immediate results.

During the professional teeth whitening procedure, the cosmetic dentist applies hydrogen peroxide gel to your teeth. You may experience mild sensitivity, but there’s no pain or discomfort. A specialized light may be used to catalyze the peroxide’s bleaching properties. It removes all the stains from your enamel, brightening your teeth by up to eight shades. You can get one teeth whitening procedure per year to maintain the results.

Full Mouth Restoration

Full mouth restoration is a collection of cosmetic dentistry and restorative dentistry procedures that aim to restore your damaged and missing teeth. If you have several damaged, decayed, or missing teeth, you might be a suitable candidate for full mouth reconstruction. In this case, the cosmetic dentist may recommend inlays/ onlays, dental crowns and bridges, and dental implants to restore your teeth to optimal health.

Dental inlays and onlays might be used to treat damages slightly bigger than those suitable for dental fillings. If you’re missing multiple teeth in a row, the dentist may recommend a dental bridge supported by dental crowns on both sides — the abutment teeth will have to be filed down to accommodate the dental crowns. However, if you’re missing most or all of your teeth, you can get full mouth implants, also known as all-on-4 dental implants.

Invisalign

Invisalign is the world’s leading brand of invisible teeth straightening aligners. Invisalign clear aligners are made of a transparent thermoplastic material known as SmartTrack. Each Invisalign clear aligner applies pressure on your teeth to move them to the ideal position of dental alignment. You have to wear each set of clear teeth aligners for up to two weeks for a minimum of 22 hours per day and then move to the next.

Invisalign clear aligners are completely transparent and invisible — that’s their primary advantage. Since they’re virtually invisible, you don’t have to worry about wearing them to school or work. You can also take the Invisalign clear aligners off before meals, allowing you to eat whatever you want without fear of staining your teeth. This allows you to maintain optimal oral hygiene as well.

Teeth Contouring

Teeth contouring, also known as dental contouring or teeth reshaping, is a procedure that involves removing extra enamel to improve your tooth length, shape, and size. The cosmetic dentist may use fine diamond burs or sanding tools to remove some of the excess enamel from parts of your teeth, helping you achieve symmetrical, even, and perfectly-looking teeth. This procedure can also smoothen the surface of your teeth.