Cosmetic Dentistry
We can fix whatever is holding you back from showing the world your biggest smile.
Everyone should be able to love their smile. Whenever you are self-conscious about your teeth, it affects your everyday life. You don’t laugh at jokes, you hide from pictures and you can’t even smile at someone you care about. We want to tell you that you don’t have to live your life that way. A better smile is within your reach. Together, we’ll discuss what you want to change, the options that exist to create your new smile or recreate the smile you used to have, and what steps are necessary to restore your smile and confidence.
Cosmetic Dentistry Services in Nashville, TN
Many different things can prevent you from being confident in your smile. That’s why we never stop learning about and working to implement the best techniques, materials, and procedures to handle any situation you may want to improve.
Learn more about the cosmetic dental services Dr. Jones and Dr. Estes offer patients in Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, and Cool Springs.
Teeth Whitening
This simple, safe, and non-invasive process uses the power of oxygen to remove external stains and internal discoloration from your teeth to restore a naturally bright white smile.
Veneers
Veneers are thin layers of ceramic or porcelain that bond to the surface of your existing teeth to transform your smile. They can be used to correct alignment, fill in spaces, alter the color or shape of teeth, repair chipped or worn areas, and lengthen short teeth.
Orthodontics
Create your best smile by repositioning, straightening or closing gaps between your teeth. We offer two options for adult cosmetic orthodontics, Invisalign and Six Month Smiles. Both systems are designed to align your teeth while being nearly invisible compared to traditional metal bracket and wire braces.
Gum Contouring
Repair cavities, fix chipped teeth or replace unsightly old fillings with tooth colored composite resins that are indistinguishable from the natural tooth. We only use BPA free composites and never use any metal, so you have no reason to worry about materials like the mercury in traditional metal fillings.
Teeth Whitening
Naturally white teeth light up the room and show off your new best feature.
- With so many teeth whitening products on the market how do you know which one is right for you? We can help.
- We get results that will make you smile!
- Fight back against years of staining with a powerful teeth whitening treatment.
Your smile is often the thing people notice first about you and what they remember you for. Of course, you want to dazzle the world with your pearly whites, a great smile is empowering and gives you confidence with everyone you meet. So whether you are preparing for a big event like a wedding or just want to be able to smile without feeling self-conscious, our teeth whitening procedure will give you the stunning smile you’ve always wanted.
While some people may think that all whitening treatments are more or less the same, that couldn’t be further from the truth. Bleaching is the most popular method, but it doesn’t necessarily correct all forms of discoloration. Yellow-hued teeth tend to bleach well, but brown and gray-hued teeth aren’t affected as much, if at all. Bondings and fillings also cause problems. The materials they are made from don’t bleach, leaving them the same drab color while your shiny white teeth hide behind them.
Our Preferred Treatment
Our office uses a whitening system that has been described as the most reliable and effective bleaching system ever developed, the KöR Whitening Deep Bleaching™ System. This system can even work on tetracycline-stained or especially dark teeth. First, we take impressions of your teeth to create a custom tray. Then, you whiten your teeth over a two week period in the comfort of your own home. There is a follow-up office visit with our office and then periodic touch-up. The result is beautiful, healthy and natural-looking teeth. Patients who use this product have shown low to no sensitivity, and the system is completely safe for both teeth and gums. We intentionally chose this product for its lack of many chemicals and preservatives found in other bleaching systems.
Other ‘Use-at-Home’ Whiteners
Alternatively, there are several other types of products you can use at home for teeth whitening. Generally, these products contain peroxide(s), which actually bleach the tooth, relying on carbamide peroxide as the bleaching agent. Peroxide-containing whiteners typically come in a gel and are placed in a mouthpiece. If you obtain the bleaching solution from our office, we will make a custom-fitted mouthpiece for you that will fit your teeth perfectly.
As with any medical procedure, you should speak with us if any side effects become bothersome. For example, teeth can become sensitive during the period when you are using the bleaching solution. In many cases, this sensitivity is temporary and should lessen once the treatment is finished. Some people also experience soft tissue irritation—either from a tray that doesn’t fit properly or from solution that may come in contact with the gums. If you have any concerns about such side effects, don’t hesitate to contact us.
Toothpastes
All toothpastes help remove surface stains through the action of mild abrasives. “Teeth Whitening” toothpastes bearing the American Dental Association’s (ADA) Seal of Acceptance have special chemical or polishing agents that provide additional stain removal effectiveness. Unlike bleaches, however, these products do not alter the intrinsic color of your teeth. What causes tooth discoloration? There are many factors. The most common among these are aging, consumption of staining substances (coffee, tea, colas, tobacco, red wine), trauma, nerve degeneration, and old restorations. During tooth formation, the consumption of tetracycline may also cause tooth discoloration. The good news is that with today’s advances in technology, yellowing is easily reversed.
Veneers
Versatile, non-invasive coverings for your teeth that can correct a range of common issues.
- Custom veneers fit over your existing teeth to correct imperfections.
- When done correctly, they are nearly imperceptible.
- Design only takes a few weeks.
If you’re dealing with misaligned teeth, unsightly spaces, annoying chips or just aren’t happy with the shape and length of your teeth, then veneers could be the best choice for you.
Because veneers are bonded to the front of your teeth, this is one of the least invasive and most painless procedures available for improving the overall look of your smile. Even the bonding process leaves the underlying natural tooth undisturbed, causing little to no damage throughout the process.
Orthodontics
Young or old, it’s never too late to straighten your teeth and get a perfect smile.
- Adults can skip the metal and wires for invisible orthodontic solutions.
- Teeth can be corrected in as little as six months.
- Ease pain and straighten teeth with our gentle and effective systems.
Having gaps or misaligned teeth can be embarrassing. Some people go their whole lives afraid to smile or laugh because they don’t like the way their teeth look. But crooked teeth could be more than a cosmetic issue, it could be a serious health issue as well.
The good news is that even if you’ve been unable to get help your whole life, now you can have the smile you’ve always dreamed of. We have two different orthodontic solutions for adults that you can choose from, both of which are every bit as safe as they are efficient.
Invisalign® Clear Braces
You’ve heard of Invisalign, now experience its amazing results for yourself. An Invisalign treatment starts with a quick scan of your teeth. You can even preview what your new smile will look like! Once the initial scan is complete, we’ll create a custom treatment plan tailored just for you. Once your aligned arrive, we’ll work together every step of the way until you’ve got the perfect smile.
Six Month Smiles®
Six Month Smiles offers a revolutionary combination of proven orthodontic techniques, modern materials, and innovative thought – This groundbreaking system uses specialized clear braces to gently straighten and align your teeth in an average of just six months.
Gum Contouring
Uneven and unaligned gums can ruin an otherwise perfectly healthy smile.
- Healthy, even gums are a vital part of your oral health.
- Dentists recommend flossing to improve gum health, but that isn’t always enough.
- Gum contouring actually shapes the visible part of your teeth for am even, symmetrical smile.
When people think of what’s wrong with their smile, they often don’t even consider their gum line. However, your gums play a huge role in determining the shape of your teeth and smile. For instance, if your gum line is too high, your teeth will appear short and stubby.
We use the best and latest tools available to sculpt your gum line to expose more of your bright, beautiful teeth. The best part is, this procedure can usually be done in only one visit to the office with a bit of local anesthetic. Even though the procedure is quick, the results can be dramatic!
Reggie R.
Patient Testimonial
Issue: Two badly infected and broken upper front teeth as well as poor alignment of his teeth overall.
Solution: Through a process involving extractions, bone grafting, and braces we were able to achieve a healthy, infection free point which allowed dental implants to be placed and utilized to replace the two missing front teeth.
