Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry is all about designing, restoring and boosting the look of your smile. Various dental procedures within cosmetic dentistry overlap with general dentistry, meaning that the health of your teeth is just as important as the aesthetic.

Dr Herman Jay is an expert Aesthetic Dentist with a keen interest in cosmetic dentistry. He has completed several courses throughout his career to help patients achieve the smile they want.

Dental Bonding

Dental bonding uses composite resin to adjust your teeth’ shape, size, and look. Instead of using a structure, the resin is applied and shaped into the desired look and then left to harden.

What does dental bonding correct?

Dental bonding has various uses for correcting tooth conditions.

  • Chips or cracks on teeth
  • Fill gaps between teeth
  • Adjust the shape and length of teeth
  • Fill cavities
  • Mask tooth discolouration

What is the process for dental bonding?

Initially, Dr Herman Jay will discuss your aesthetic goals and examine your teeth to ensure that you are a candidate for dental bonding.

Dr Herman Jay will prepare your teeth for bonding by roughening the surface and applying a conditioning liquid to help the bond stick. He will then select an ideal shade that matches the colour of your teeth and apply the resin material, moulding it into the desired shape. Resin material requires a special curing light to allow it to set completely.

Once the resin has been set, Dr Herman Jay will polish the surface and check for inconsistencies.

The entire process is relatively quick and can be performed in one sitting.

Teeth whitening

Teeth whitening is a quick and easy procedure to lighten the colour of your natural teeth. Genetics, food and lifestyle habits can cause stains on our teeth as we age, and teeth whitening is an effective way to get back to a brilliant white smile.

How does it work?

The Phillips Zoom procedure is the most common professional bleaching treatment, and Dr Herman Jay is proud to offer this service to clients.

Dr Herman Jay will first assess if your teeth are suitable for whitening. You must have no underlying issues which the whitening process may aggravate.

If you are a candidate for teeth whitening, Dr Herman Jay will apply a protective gel to your teeth before placing the whitening product on top and using a special light to activate it.

What can you expect from teeth whitening?

The entire teeth whitening process takes about one hour to complete. You should notice your teeth lightening even more in the days following your session. Teeth whitening can cause some tooth sensitivity, and if this is the case, Dr Herman Jay will split up the sessions into multiple appointments for your comfort.

Teeth whitening results can last for several years with proper care and upkeep. Many have reported improved oral health as well because they are more motivated to invest in their oral hygiene after teeth whitening.

Contact Dr Herman Jay to set up a consultation to see whether you are a candidate for teeth whitening.

Smile Makeover

Having a beautiful and healthy smile gives us confidence and allows us to go through each day with ease and pride. No one understands this more than Dr Herman Jay, a firm believer in the power of a great smile. Because of this, he offers complete smile makeovers.

What goes into a smile makeover?

Smile makeovers provide a complete restoration and restructuring of your teeth to produce a healthy, natural smile. Numerous treatments are incorporated into the makeover, including:

  • Ceramic crowns and veneers
  • Dental implants
  • Teeth whitening
  • Gum grafts
  • Dental bonding

When you arrive for your consultation, ensure that you bring images of the smile you want to have so that Dr Herman Jay can get a proper understanding of your goals. He will examine your teeth and gums and advise you on the best treatments to achieve your desired smile. Dr Herman Jay may also create images of your final makeover, and once you are happy with the desired result, he will create your unique treatment plant.

Should you get a smile makeover?

Having beautiful teeth is about more than just the physical aspect; it is also very emotional. Discoloured or damaged teeth can cause low self-esteem and even depression in severe cases that lower your quality of life. Smile makeovers offer a second chance to smile confidently again.

However, a smile makeover is a big decision; you have to consider several factors of your teeth and lifestyle before committing to it. In addition, the overall health of your teeth plays a significant role. Dr Herman Jay will advise you on this during your consultation.

If you have concerns with your smile, contact Dr Herman Jay to set up a consultation and create the smile of your dreams.

Find out more about our cosmetic dentistry procedures here.