Gummy smiles are typically a genetic condition that passes from one generation to the next, creating a smile that is partially obscured by gum growth. This situation can be pretty frustrating for many people and may even affect their self-esteem. Thankfully, the best cosmetic dentistry Gillette, WY has to offer can help you out here. At Gillette Dental, Dr. Daniel Morrison can lengthen your crowns to enhance your smile and boost your sense of self-worth.

Gummy Smiles May Affect Self-Esteem

Your gums are essential as a protective material for keeping your teeth' roots strong and protected. They also help to hold your teeth in place and position them properly in your mouth. However, excess gum growth is a common problem that may occur in a few spots or throughout the entirety of your mouth. When this happens, your gums will ride up higher on your teeth and produce an unfortunately gummy smile. 

Unfortunately, people may get cruelly mocked for having a gummy smile by friends and even family members. And even if they aren't made fun of for it, they may still feel different from others and suffer for it. As a result, it is crucial to seriously consider cosmetic care options that can help to minimize this risk. For instance, crown lengthening can help to remove excess gum material and make you a happier person.

How Crown Lengthening Helps 

Crown lengthening is a unique procedure that helps to improve your overall appearance in many ways. It starts out by measuring the excess of gum in your mouth and deciding how much needs to be cut out. Then, your doctor will numb your mouth and carefully cut away the gums and shape them to reveal more of the teeth that this extra material may be hiding from the rest of the world. 

This procedure is almost always an outpatient one that doesn't require you to be put under while the surgeon works. As a result, you can drive yourself to and from your appointment and can expect to leave after 60-90 minutes, depending on the length of your procedure and the people who had appointments before you. This type of cosmetic dentistry in Gillette, WY, will bring you the smile you deserve.

Taking Better Care of Your Oral Health 

Are you trying to get a better smile and want a dental professional you can trust? Then please make sure to call us at Gillette Dental. Dr. Daniel Morrison can provide cosmetic dentistry that Gillette, WY residents trust to handle all their needs. So when you dial (307) 682-3353, you can set up a high-quality appointment with a professional who truly cares about his patients.

You can always feel an authentic smile. Nothing is more pure, attractive, and positive. When you can match that inner feeling with whiter teeth, it just makes you feel even better. Dr. Daniel Morrison at Gillette Dental in Gillette, WY, and his talented team understand this and efficiently perform teeth whitening.

Understanding Teeth Whitening in Gillette, WY

Teeth whitening involves removing any color or stain from your teeth that are not their natural and beautiful white. This process can be done in more than one way. The team at Gillette Dental in Gillette, WY, can help you decide which method will be better for your lifestyle, your dental needs, and match this with your pocketbook. Most teeth whitening is temporary, especially if you use at-home strips. At-home strips and other whitening products, including those used at a dental office, contain peroxide. Each teeth whitening product has its own level of concentration of peroxide. Peroxide is what causes tooth sensitivity.

How Teeth Whitening in Gillette, WY, Helps You

The most significant and most noticeable benefit is one of increased self-confidence. If you were camera-shy, you might not be anymore. If you were hesitant to get out there and be more social, now you don't have to be. These are only some situations where this can help you. Many people find teeth whitening to be instrumental during a job interview.

How to Get Your Teeth Whitened

Many people flock to strips you can buy in the grocery store and use these in conjunction with whitening toothpaste to achieve a whiter smile in 7-28 days. Each product you buy on the shelf is unique. Remember to follow the instructions for the one you use for that product only. If you switch to another one, follow the directions for the new one. Doing this avoids safety complications as each product is formulated differently.

The dentist can give you specially molded trays for your mouth and a whitening solution to use at home. These cost more than the strips at the grocery store but might be more effective. You can also use an in-office whitening procedure, which will produce the fastest results.

For teeth whitening in Gillette, WY, contact Dr. Morrison at Gillette Dental in Gillette, WY, at 307-682-3353 today for an appointment!

There are many reasons that your tooth may experience damage or decay over time, but there’s no reason you should continue to let damage happen. Crowns and bridges can help protect damaged teeth and replace missing teeth and give you the complete and healthy smile that you deserve. Dr. Daniel Morrison at Gillette Dental PC in Gillette, WY, can help explain how crowns and bridges can help your smile and if they would benefit you.

How Crowns And Bridges Can Help Your Smile

There are many factors that can cause damage to your teeth and it’s important to contact your dentist in Gillette, WY, to help protect your teeth from any further damage and to restore any function that may have been lost from the decay. Dental crowns can be made of metal, gold, or porcelain. For the most natural look, porcelain is recommended as it can blend in with the rest of your teeth and can be color-matched to the shade of your smile.

Dental crowns completely cover the tooth all the way to the gums and are the right choice if you’ve lost a significant amount of the tooth to damage and decay. Crowns can also help with the shape of a tooth and can look and feel exactly the way you want it to.

When used together, crowns and bridges can help replace multiple teeth and can help complete your smile. This is extremely helpful when you’re missing more than one tooth and you aren’t sure which restoration would be best for you.

Contact Your Dentist Today!

Crowns and bridges can help keep your smile healthy and strong, preventing any further damage from happening, as well as filling in any gaps you may have in your smile. Contact Dr. Daniel Morrison at Gillette Dental PC in Gillette, WY, today at (307) 682-3353.

If less than perfect teeth are keeping you from showing the world your smile, its time to talk to your dentist, Dr. Daniel Morrison, at Gillette Dental PC in Gillette, WY. With the help of dental crowns, we can restore your chipped, cracked or decayed teeth and have you grinning with confidence. Here's what to know about the benefits of dental crowns:

What is a crown made of?

The dental crowns offered by our Gillette, WY, dentist are made of porcelain, cast gold, or a porcelain-metal combination. Formed into the shape of a cap, the crown fits snugly over your tooth to conceal and encase any blemished or decayed areas. We will shape your crown to look like your natural tooth, and it will be fully functional.

What can a crown fix?

• A cracked, chipped, or worn down tooth
• A cavity which can't be properly filled
• Cosmetic damage from a root canal
• A damaged or misshapen tooth
• A severely discolored tooth
• A large filling that protrudes

What are the benefits of crowns?

• More attractive and natural looking teeth
• Stronger, more functional teeth
• Easier chewing, biting, flossing, and brushing
• Increased strength of your dental structure

How is a dental crown affixed?

The providers at our Gillette, WY, office will numb your tooth and gum area to reduce any pain you may feel during the procedure before using a dental drill to lightly buff the surface of your tooth so the dental crown can adhere strongly. We will make an impression of your tooth, either digitally or with a putty like material, and use the mold to create a crown that fits and matches your tooth. We will apply a temporary crown for you to wear until you return to our Gillette, WY office to have your permanent crown placed. To make sure the crown is permanent and secure, we will use either a resin material, cured under a special light, or a cement material.

Dental crowns can give you the smile you've always wanted. Call our Gillette, WY office at (307) 682-3353 to learn more!

Has Mother Nature given you a smile that you can't quite love? Have you chipped a tooth or accumulated stubborn stains from your morning coffee? Don't worry. You can rejuvenate your smile with the help of porcelain veneers from Dr. Daniel Morrison, your cosmetic dentist here at Gillette Dental. Dr. Morrison excels at smile makeovers of all kinds, and beautiful veneers are one of his favorite treatments—read on to learn why!

What's a flaw or two?

The answer is nothing—unless that defect is right in the front of your mouth. Stains, chips, cracks, gaps, crowding, and more may not be unhealthy, but they sure can impact your self-esteem.

This is why your Gillette cosmetic dentist offers a wide array of treatments to restore beauty and vitality to damaged smiles. Porcelain veneers, thin tooth-shaped laminates made from high-grade ceramic, both strengthen and beautify. Once installed over the front side of your teeth, you'll know your smile will sparkle and last indefinitely!

The veneer treatment

It begins with a complete oral evaluation, including X-rays, oral impressions, and photos. When arriving to our Gillette office, come prepared to tell Dr. Morrison the changes you wish to see—if porcelain veneers can accomplish your goals, expect two to three appointments to complete the process.

Most veneer treatments involve the removal of a thin portion of enamel from the front of each tooth. This resurfacing allows the veneers to fit properly and look natural. After the reduction procedure, you'll wear temporary veneers while the dental lab creates their permanent counterparts.

When you return to the office for veneer placement, your dentist will remove your temporaries and bond the new veneers in place. Amazingly, he can adjust the shade and thickness of the cement to achieve a strong bond and a highly realistic appearance.

Caring for veneers

Twice daily brushing and once a day flossing are must-haves. Also, avoid dark foods and beverages. While these won't stain your veneers, according to Dear Doctor, they will continue to darken your natural teeth, creating a noticeable difference in color. Finally, if you grind or clench your teeth, ask about a bite guard to cushion your new veneers.

With proper care, your veneers could last for up to ten years!

For more information

Contact Gillette Dental for your cosmetic dentistry consultation. Dr. Morrison will be happy to explain the veneer process and show you how to improve the appearance of your smile. Call today for an appointment: (307) 682-3353.