Here is a closer look at the advantages of dental implants and cosmetic dentistry

Insights

At Morgantown Dental Group, we begin each patient’s experience with new patient evaluation and hygiene appointments. During this appointment, Drs. Dolin spends valuable time with you discussing your aesthetic and oral health goals, answering your questions, and addressing any concerns you may have regarding your treatment options. For patients who can benefit from a combination of cosmetic treatments, a smile makeover may provide the most satisfying results. Contact our office today to schedule a consultation.

Morgantown Dental is a firm believer in providing the opportunity for aesthetic improvement to each of our dental patients. Whether or not more extensive restorative work is needed, there is a cosmetic aspect to each of the treatment plans we create. Thanks to laboratory advancements, we have the chance to show you exactly how your smile will appear, even before we begin the procedure.

The importance of your oral health is no secret; the condition of your teeth and mouth can directly affect your overall health. Oral hygiene habits are of the utmost importance, but how your smile looks can be just as valuable. If cosmetic imperfections in your teeth are holding you back from expressing yourself candidly, a smile makeover at Morgantown Dental Group may be a great solution. With a wide variety of cosmetic treatments to choose from, our customized smile makeover can improve different aspects of your smile, including:

It is common for our patients to undergo teeth whitening treatment before the placement of crowns or veneers to ensure that the color-matching technology of our ceramic restorations is used to its full potential. Teeth whitening and porcelain veneers are often used together to help blend the veneer naturally into your smile. The same strategy is used when placing crowns or bridges. In some cases, we can also use dental bonding to correct minor cosmetic flaws.

If we have included orthodontics in your treatment plan, we may suggest you wait until your smile is straight before we whiten your teeth. As your teeth shift into place, overlapping surfaces may be exposed as discolored. Whitening after orthodontic treatment will provide a fantastic end result.

Smile makeover treatments can make a stunning difference in patients who have neglected their oral health for years. After meticulous care of any lingering periodontal disease, tooth decay, and structural problems, Drs. Dolin can put his artistic touch on your new, healthy smile to provide the transformation of a lifetime.

Whether your smile could use a quick pick-me-up or your cosmetic dentistry goals make up the majority of your treatment plan, Drs. Dolin will make the appearance of your smile a priority. At Morgantown Dental Group, no procedure is completed without aesthetic goals in mind; every one of our patients can have their own smile makeover. If you would like to learn more about the treatments we provide, we welcome you to contact us today. Schedule a consultation with us to take the first step toward a brand new smile.

Smile Makeover

As highly trained dentists, Drs. Josh Dolin uses a variety of techniques to enhance the aesthetics of their patient's smiles. One of the most versatile of these procedures is dental bonding. At Morgantown Dental Group we offer this treatment as a conservative way to cover minor cosmetic flaws. Chips, cracks, gaps, and discoloration can all easily be concealed with bonding. We can even refine the size or shape of a tooth to enhance the symmetry of your smile.

Dental bonding, or direct resin bonding, is a cosmetic treatment that can refine the aesthetics of your smile, treating a variety of issues such as:

Major discoloration that does not respond to teeth whitening

Disproportionate or irregularly shaped teeth

In order to be a candidate for bonding, patients should have good oral health. If your teeth have damage requiring restorative procedures, or if your gums have an infection requiring periodontal care, these issues should be taken care of prior to receiving dental bonding.

Dental bonding is best for areas of low bite pressure such as the front teeth. We will carefully examine the type and location of aesthetic concerns you wish to address. In some cases, we may recommend a dental crown or a porcelain veneer instead of bonding to ensure that your treatment will be successful.

The bonding procedure requires no anesthesia and takes approximately 30 minutes to one hour for each tooth. Using a shade guide, Dr. Dolin will select a color of composite resin to match your teeth. Your tooth will be cleaned and the surface will be very lightly etched and coated with a conditioning liquid to ensure a strong bond with the resin. Next, we will apply the composite material to the treatment area. With a putty-like consistency, the resin can be skillfully sculpted to match the shape of your surrounding teeth and conceal flaws. We will then use a special curing light to harden the resin, and bond the material to the tooth. Finally, Dr. Dolin will make any necessary adjustments and polish your tooth and the bonding sight for a natural-looking sheen.

Dental bonding is a simple, straightforward solution to correcting cosmetic flaws in your visible teeth. In addition, bonding:

Can dramatically improve the aesthetics of your smile

Does not require the removal of any of the natural tooth structure

Is more affordable than crowns or veneers

Does not require temporaries, or a wait for the lab to fabricate a restoration

Dr. Dolin is focused on finding customized, unique dental solutions that provide optimal results for each patient. If you would like to enhance the appearance of your smile, please contact our friendly, modern practice today to schedule an appointment.

Dental Bonding

There is nothing more welcoming than a gorgeous, white grin. Unfortunately, as we age, our teeth tend to lose their natural luster. Dr. Josh Dolin uses convenient at-home and in-office teeth whitening treatments to remove the stains that appear in your smile. Our whitening treatment can deliver incredible results on its own or in combination with other cosmetic or restorative dentistry treatments. Achieving a brighter, whiter smile has never been easier. Call today for more details!

Every patient we see at Morgantown Dental Group is treated according to a personalized care plan developed during an initial new patient visit. Whether achieving a whiter smile is your primary goal or you’d like to whiten your teeth before beginning more complex treatments, we will tailor your treatment to fit your needs and expectations. Because Drs. Dolin take your oral health very seriously, addressing more pressing problems before whitening your teeth will provide a sturdy foundation for a healthy and beautiful smile.

Teeth whitening treatments yield the best results if completed immediately after a routine cleaning. When it’s time to schedule your next biannual appointment, be sure to ask us about whitening too!

Our cutting-edge dental office has chosen to offer several options to meet everyone’s best needs. Opalescence Go is a simple at-home procedure involving placing comfortable pre-filled trays on your teeth for just fifteen to twenty minutes per day for ten days. Professional strength Crest White Strips are also available. These stronger formulation strips are worn 2 times a day for 3 weeks. Finally, we offer KoR, a combo in-office/at-home option, for the best results. This treatment provides custom fabricated whitening trays that you wear overnight for 2 weeks. The treatment is completed by an in-office whitening procedure with a higher strength whitening formulation. Upon completion, the shade of your teeth will be significantly lighter.

The number of treatments you need will depend on your color preference and the original condition of your smile. Most patients notice a stunning difference after the first treatment however additional applications can help you optimize the results.

Virtually anyone can benefit from our teeth whitening treatment and our patients are constantly expressing their gratitude for the difference in the appearance of their smiles. Stains that have settled deep in your teeth will be less noticeable, if not entirely invisible after this non-invasive treatment and with a glistening-white smile, you will feel more confident. Expressing yourself in social, personal, and professional circles will come easily once you are proud of your smile. Additionally, it is common for patients to feel more motivated to keep a stricter hygiene routine after they’ve undergone a whitening treatment.

The best way to gather more information about teeth whitening is to contact Morgantown Dental Group and schedule a consultation. Your first visit with us will give you a chance to address any questions or concerns you have. We will use diagnostic technology to determine your oral health needs and establish a plan to make the most of your smile. Contact us today and one of our team members will assist you in making an appointment.

Teeth Whitening

As with the rest of your body, daily wear and tear takes a toll on your teeth. Chips, breaks, and discoloration can all occur over time. Additionally, many of our patients struggle with misaligned or disproportionate smiles. Morgantown Dental Group uses high-quality porcelain veneers to help our Morgantown patients achieve the smile of their dreams. These customizable shells of porcelain are designed to fit over the front surfaces of your teeth; despite their thinness, they are highly durable with regular use. If you think your smile could benefit from porcelain veneers and you’d like to schedule a consultation with us, contact our office today.

Would Porcelain Veneers be right for you?

Although most of our patients are potential candidates for veneers, it is our goal at Morgantown Dental Group to provide care that is specific to your individual needs. Those who receive porcelain veneers often have teeth that are:

If you suffer from gum disease, Dr. Dolin and may suggest you undergo periodontal treatment prior to the placement of veneers. In most cases, we also don’t suggest veneers for patients who habitually grind their teeth, as the porcelain can chip or crack under such stress.

Like any of our procedures, the first and one of the most important steps involved in placing veneers is the one-on-one consultation we schedule for each of our patients. During this appointment, you will have a chance to raise any questions and concerns you have about the process. Dr. Dolin will assess your goals and expectations and create a care plan that details which teeth will receive veneers and which are better suited to other cosmetic or restorative treatments. In most cases, preliminary impressions and photos are taken to allow the lab to create a unique custom wax-up for your case to individualize the case to suit your needs. This allows you an opportunity to see the end result before the case is started. Every individual is different and every veneer is customized for each individual.

During your first treatment appointment, Dr. Dolin will prepare your teeth by removing a small portion of your tooth’s enamel to make room for the veneer. Impressions of these teeth and specific instructions regarding the color and fit of your veneers will be sent to the dental laboratory for fabrication.

Once your veneers are sent back to our office, you will come in for your second appointment. During this visit, your prepared teeth will be thoroughly cleaned and lightly buffed, optimizing the bonding surface. Your veneers will then be bonded to your teeth.

Because our treatments are individually tailored and we truly don’t want you to settle for anything less than a perfect smile, the timeline for our porcelain veneers procedures vary between patients. During your consultation, we can speak in detail with you about the expected turnaround time.

The placement of porcelain veneers can be life-changing. Patients with less-than-perfect smiles struggle to feel self-confident and tend to hesitate to express themselves in social, personal, and professional situations. Receiving veneers is a relatively quick and highly effective process that can completely redesign your smile. After a few conveniently scheduled appointments, you can show off your natural-looking smile.

If you have questions about the porcelain veneers procedure or would like to find out if you are a good candidate for the treatment, we are always available to help! Contact us today and one of our team members will help you schedule a consultation with Dr. Dolin.