Do you have an issue that affects the function or appearance of your teeth? Your Long Beach, CA, dentist, Dr. Douglas Wall, offers cosmetic dentistry treatments that can enhance, repair, and protect your smile.

Worried about a dull smile or tooth flaws?

One of these cosmetic dentistry treatments may be right for you if your teeth are stained, flawed, or damaged:

• Teeth Whitening: Whitening treatment removes years of stains embedded in your tooth enamel in just about an hour at the Long Beach, CA, dental office. Whitening results last two to three years or longer.
• Veneers: Veneers are porcelain or plastic shells attached to the fronts of teeth. They can hide minor damage, like chips and cracks, and conceal discolorations, uneven surfaces, and other imperfections. Veneers also close slight gaps between teeth, change the shape or length of teeth, and can even be used to whiten your smile.
• Dental Crowns: Crowns, also called caps, fit over the tops of teeth. They're made of porcelain, porcelain-fused-to-metal, ceramic, or resin. Crowns restore damaged teeth, protect and strengthen weak teeth, lengthen short teeth, change the appearance of oddly shaped teeth, and conceal discolorations and other flaws.

Have you lost one or more teeth?

These restorations improve your appearance and make chewing much easier:

• Dentures: Removable dentures rest against your gums and are held in place by suction and dental adhesive.
• Dental Implants: Implants are replacement roots connected to dental crowns. The implants bond to your jawbone, creating strong roots for your new teeth. Implants are used to replace any number of missing teeth and can even be used with dentures.
• Bridges: Bridges offer a good option if you've lost one or two teeth. The restorations consist of artificial teeth suspended between two dental crowns.

Want to straighten your teeth?

Thanks to Invisalign, it's possible to straighten your teeth discreetly. Clear, removable aligner trays become practically invisible when they're placed over your teeth. The trays exert constant, gentle pressure needed to gradually realign your teeth. You'll receive a series of trays, each designed to be worn for about two weeks.

Improve your smile with cosmetic dentistry treatments! Call your dentist in Long Beach, CA, Dr. Wall, at 562-597-1414 to schedule your appointment.