Cosmetic Dental Services in Newton, Brookline & Wellesley, MA

Teeth whitening options

Zoom® In-Office and Take-Home Teeth Whitening:

Zoom uses a unique lamp to activate the bleaching gel placed on your teeth to help you achieve a noticeably brighter looking smile in just one session. We also offer Zoom touch up pens to help patients maintain their smile while at home.

What are the steps involved with Zoom® teeth whitening?

1. The process begins with covering your lips and gums, leaving only your teeth exposed
2. After the teeth are left exposed one of our dentists or dental assistance will apply the whitening gel, which works in sync with the Zoom light. The light helps the gel penetrate your enamel to break down the stains that have built up over time.
3. After we apply the teeth whitening gel to your teeth, it will stay on your teeth for 15-minute sessions. We may use up to four of these sessions to achieve the best result.

How much will it cost to whiten my teeth?

To better understand your cost of treatment our staff will help you understand your insurance benefits so that you can budget any out-of-pocket expense.

Is teeth whitening for me?

As with most dental procedures, it is essential to keep in mind that results will be different for each patient. Our expert team will perform an oral exam and discuss all your options to determine if teeth whitening is for you.

Some patients may experience varying degrees of tooth sensitivity during the zoom whitening process. In some cases, patients may feel a minor tingling immediately after the whitening procedure is complete that will gradually decrease over time.

It is always our goal to keep patients comfortable during any treatment. If you have any anxieties about the whitening process, please share them with us during your consultation.

The in-office whitening process usually takes about an hour; however, we do also recommend you have a regular tooth cleaning before any whitening treatment. Any cosmetic procedure you need should be done after whitening so you can choose a lighter shade for your crown, veneer, or dental implant.

How can veneers improve my smile?

Veneers are a great way to correct minor tooth imperfections that are naturally occurring or have happened over time.

Veneers are a thin shell of porcelain which is attached to your existing front teeth. Once they are attached, they create a natural look and feel. Veneers can cover a wide array of imperfections, including:

• Alignment and spacing – overtime your teeth may become misaligned or form gaps; veneers can cover these gaps and misalignment.
• Misshaped teeth – Veneers can hide chips, worn teeth, fractures, and small or oddly shaped.
• Color – The food and drinks you eat can cause your teeth to become discolored; Teeth colored shells can hide this.

How are my veneers applied?

The application of veneers takes about two visits which consist of the following:

• We will perform an initial consultation to asses which teeth the veneers will go on.
• Your veneers are then designed to fit you in an aesthetically pleasing manner, while still looking like your natural smile. To get a feel of what your veneers may look like a temporary veneer may be used.
• When the veneers are ready to be placed, we will remove thin layers of enamel on each tooth. We then attach them with dental cement completing your new smile

Should I get veneers?

Veneers are an excellent option if your teeth have any cosmetic issues you are looking to fix. They are efficient at concealing chips, stains, misaligned teeth, and much more. In some cases, veneers may not be a viable option for you. Veneers are usually applied to the front teeth only, because constant chewing may damage or misaligned. It is important to note the color of the veneers will match the current shade of your smile. Before the procedure, we do recommend getting your teeth whitened.

Should I get a porcelain crown?

Whether you are looking for a way to improve an aesthetic issue or the dentist has recommended it, a crown of porcelain might be the right choice for you.

Our dentists use tooth-colored porcelain to design crowns that mirror the shape, color, and functionality of your natural teeth.  If your tooths aesthetic is very mild, we may recommend dental bonding.

What is dental bonding used for?

If you have a single tooth chipped, cracked, or discolored, the dentist may recommend dental bonding. The dentist forms a putty-like material on the tooth to restore its appearance and function, which hardens and completes the tooth. Bonding may also be used to remedy some cosmetic issues such as gaps in your teeth.