Cosmetic Dentistry

 Our in-home teeth whitening kits are easy to use and produce great results which are achieved in 4 to 6 weeks. Call our office to learn more about our teeth whitening options.

We make tailored and customized trays right here in our office. That way your customized trays can be fitted and picked at right here. Ask about our whitening services at your next appointment!

 If your teeth are chipped, broken, discolored, or misaligned, porcelain veneers are a solution that offer extraordinary aesthetic results. A veneer is a thin porcelain covering that bonds to your existing tooth structure and looks nearly identical to your natural teeth. Veneers are a great way to change the color and shape of your teeth. They can compensate for slight orthodontic problems, and are a more conservative alternative to crowns. Additionally they can give you the smile you deserve in a short amount of time. The results will not disappoint. 

 Dentures come with huge benefits and can greatly improve your quality of life. With today’s technology, dentures look more natural and feel more comfortable than ever before. They provide support for your facial muscles, allow you to chew and eat food, and they also assist with your ability to speak clearly. Best of all, dentures restore your beautiful smile. If you are considering dentures, we invite you to schedule an appointment for a complimentary consultation. We will assess your condition, discuss your lifestyle, then provide you with a customized list of options. One option that improves the function and comfort of dentures includes using a combination of both dentures and dental implants. For many patients, dentures alone are a very cost effective solution to replace missing teeth.

Partials

While a full denture plate can be used to replace an entire set of teeth, a partial denture may be more ideal if you are missing only a few teeth. A partial denture is a removable appliance that is supported by your existing teeth and fills in those unwanted gaps. It helps to regain the aesthetics, chewing, and speaking functions provided by your natural teeth.

The extent of your treatments are determined by what type of denture you and your dentist choose. Full mouth treatments involve extracting any remaining teeth, making impressions to give that perfect, snug fit, and attending a final appointment to ensure a comfortable fit. Partial denture treatments consist of examining the health of remaining teeth, taking impressions, and custom fitting the partial appliance.

Quick Denture Repair

At Flint Dental Associates, most denture repairs can be done in just one day. Dentures not only replace teeth and make chewing and eating easier but they can restore your smile and your confidence. There are a number of ways to replace teeth and most require several steps to ensure the best look and fit. Schedule an appointment and we can discuss the options that would best suit your needs.

If you are missing teeth, dentures aren’t your only option. Dental implants allow you to eat your favorite foods, restore your chewing ability, and improve your appearance, speech, and self-esteem. At Flint Dental Associates, we are educated and experienced in the latest implant technology so you can smile again with confidence.

Implants are permanent structures that replace the roots of lost teeth. If your dentist determines that you are a candidate for dental implants, you will be referred to an oral surgeon. Your surgeon will place the implants under the gums, then over a three to six month period, the bones grow around and adapt to the implants as they would with natural roots. Once the implants are secure and the surrounding tissue is strong, they are ready to support a crown or restored tooth. You will return to your dentist for the finished product: “new” teeth that are almost indistinguishable from a patient’s original teeth.

Bone Grafts

If the implant site lacks the bone volume to support the implant, you will likely need a bone graft. Normally, a pre-surgery X-Ray can determine if you will need a bone graft, but in some cases it is not discovered until the implant site is opened during surgery. Bone grafts are safe and effective, and once the graft is placed, it will help replace missing bone, stimulate bone formation, and increase bone volume.

Not only do our dental implant patients experience the benefits of new and permanent teeth, they feel a renewed confidence and improved quality of life, as well. To determine your candidacy for implants, we will thoroughly examine your existing teeth, bones, upper and lower jaws, gum tissue and overall general health. Contact us for more information about Dental Implants.

 If you have broken or cracked teeth, your Flint Dental Associate dentist may suggest crowns to restore your teeth. For decades, the standard in dentistry for crown and bridge restoration materials has been porcelain-fused-to-metal. The framework for the dental crown was produced in metal and then covered with a porcelain layer. While these crowns function perfectly, they may leave a gray-black line along the gum-line.

With the evolution of ceramic materials, dental patients now have options. Metal-free framework, beneath the porcelain, gives excellent aesthetic qualities to make the final restoration natural looking. Contact us for more information about metal-free crowns.