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Replacing a Missing Back Tooth with a Fixed Bridge

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Hi everyone!

It’s easy to see why people would be anxious to replace a missing front tooth where the gap is embarrassingly noticeable when they smile.

But what about a missing back tooth?

Did you know that each time you lose a tooth, about 10% of your chewing ability is lost with it? To fill that space, the teeth surrounding it tend to tilt over toward that gap. As they fall over, the adjacent teeth spread apart so decay and gum disease can more easily set in. In addition, the collapse in the bite can be associated with changes in facial profile and TMJ or bite problems. [Read more…]

Features and Benefits of Teeth Whitening

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“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile,

But sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.”

–Thich Nhat Hanh   

Hi Everyone!                                                                        

Teeth whitening is one of our specialties. We have had years of experience in bleaching teeth and are so excited by the possibilities when we see a patient with a stained or discolored smile.  Here are just some of the benefits and features associated with this very popular cosmetic enhancement:

Benefits of Teeth Whitening:  

·       You will just know that your smile radiates, eliminating any previous smile inhibition that exists because you subconsciously do not want to reveal your stained teeth. 

·       It brings an additional measure of self-esteem when you are going for that special job interview, a special date or anticipated social event.

·       It makes a positive difference in the way you look and act.  Unconsciously, you will be more outgoing, animated, and energized.

·       You will look and feel younger, more attractive, and more vital.

·       Your smile is your “calling card” to the world.  Human beings are social creatures and when you meet people they typically decide what kind of person you are by the look in your eyes and your smile.  If you are ready to change your smile, teeth whitening  is the quickest and least expensive way to do it!

Features of Teeth Whitening:

·       It is great for removing “lifestyle” stains like those from tea and coffee.

·       The level of whitening is controllable so you can adjust the amount of whitening you get according to your own personal goal.

·       You only need to whiten whatever number of teeth that you choose.

·       It is the least expensive or invasive of any of the cosmetic procedures.  And no shots or drilling!

·       It produces results relatively quickly and is easy and cheap to maintain.

·       We have three whitening techniques for you to select from:  you can choose in-office, in-home, or combination office/home whitening treatments.  We are really good at this and get fantastic results regardless of which technique you choose!

 

Call our office in Southfield at 248-356-8790 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting and arrange a free consultation so we will help you select the best and most appropriate whitening technique for you and your lifestyle and answer any questions you may have!

 

So until next time,

 

Mark W Langberg, DDS, MAGD

 

What Porcelain Veneers Can Do For You

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Hi, Everyone!

If you reside in the Bloomfield Hills, Farmington Hills and the Southfield area and are seeking information about porcelain veneers, let me tell you a little about what they are good for and how they work.

You will want to consider porcelain veneers if you have one or more of the following:

·        Tetracycline stains (permanent gray or yellow discolorations from taking antibiotics when your teeth were forming)

·        Stained or yellowed  teeth from coffee, tea, or just the simple passage of time

·        Chipped, worn or uneven teeth

·        Spaces or gaps between your teeth

 

Veneers are great if you want straighter teeth or a brighter smile.  I have seen people’s lives literally changed overnight by transforming their smiles with porcelain veneers!

 

A veneer is an extremely thin wafer of porcelain that is custom made and bonded to each tooth, usually with some slight shaping of your teeth done first (sometimes a little reduction has to be done on the front of your teeth so the veneer will not make your teeth look bulky or “fat”).   You also may be a candidate for Lumineers, a new type of ultra thin veneer where almost no reduction is done.

 

Our porcelain veneers are individually hand made and custom shaded for your unique face and smile. They have many advantages including the fact that being a glass and not plastic they will not stain, discolor or decay. They are extremely durable and last a very long time.

 

The process is considered minimally-invasive cosmetic dentistry and is much more conservative than caps or crowns.  They usually take only a few hours and two visits to complete.  Patients are typically blown away by the amazing results we get.  Check out the before/after pages on our website, drmarklangberg.wpenginepowered.com for some samples of our high quality work!

 

Call our office in Southfield at 248-356-8790 if you are considering porcelain veneers.  Consultations with me are free of charge and I will be happy to explain our procedure in more depth, show you the materials we use and help you determine if veneers are the right decision to improve your smile and dental health.   Don’t wait.  The look in your eyes and the quality of your smile is your calling card to the world.   Now is the time to get the smile you’ve always wanted!

 

That’s all for this week!  Until next time,

 

Mark W Langberg, DDS, MAGD