Cosmetic Dentistry
Laser Dentistry
Laser dentistry us used to a wide range of treatments from tooth decay to teeth discolouration. Lasers gives us greater control in performing our procedures as it allows the dentist to be more productive – avoiding the delay of waiting for anaesthetic to take effect, enabling the dentist to do more painless procedures during one appointment, and making it possible for the dentist to perform procedures that used to be referred out to specialists. We use a unique, powerful interaction of YSGG laser wavelength and proprietary water/air spray that cuts, etches and shapes target tissues without contact, heat, vibration or pressure. It gives our patients a pain-free dental experience with no anaesthesia, no drill and no numb lips involved!
- gum surgery
- Teeth Filling
- Removing decay from small fillings and replace them with the natural color of your tooth
- Perform other dental procedures without drilling
Laser Bleaching
Laser bleaching is one of the fastest, easiest ways to whiten your smile. This professional teeth whitening treatment uses a peroxide bleaching gel that is applied directly to your teeth and activated with a dental laser for maximum whitening results. Unlike other types of whitening that can take days or weeks to show results, laser whitening can lighten your teeth ten to twelve shades in about one hour. You can have the procedure done in a single visit. The entire treatment typically takes about an hour.
- We might recommend that you have your teeth cleaned beforehand to ensure that there is no plaque or tartar build-up to interfere with the penetration of the bleaching gel and your whitening results.
- Next, we will protect your gums and other soft tissues before applying the special peroxide gel. Once the gel has been applied to your teeth,
- the laser light will be turned on to activate the gel and send it deep inside the structure of the tooth.
- Once the process is complete, a fluoride treatment might be recommended to guard against post-whitening sensitivity.
Keep your smile looking bright and beautiful for months with good dental hygiene habits. Brush and floss as recommended using fluoride toothpaste. Dr. Lozada, expert in laser bleaching in Santa Clarita may recommend a touch-up whitening kits, use these as directed to keep new stains at bay.
Tooth Bleaching
Most of us start life with naturally white teeth, but over time, they can become yellow or darker due to lifestyle factors, the natural aging process, or enamel erosion. Dark teeth make your smile look older and can detract from your overall appearance. Professional whitening products can be applied right in our clinic for fast, convenient whitening. If your smile is no longer as white as you want it to be, Dr. Lozada, expert in Santa Clarita tooth bleaching, can help.
- Patients with stains that occur when your teeth are exposed to foods, tobacco, beverages, and other staining substances, or to routine wear-and-tear
- Patients with stains that occur inside the tooth and are typically due to trauma, mineral exposure, or excess fluoride ingestion
- Lozada, expert in tooth bleaching in Santa Clarita, will apply the whitening treatment and in about an hour, your teeth can be as much as ten shades lighter.
- Professional whitening treatments are also available for in-home use.
Both use peroxide-based bleaching gels that break down into water and oxygen for a treatment that is powerful enough to destroy stains without harming teeth.
Lumineers
Lumineers are a special type of dental veneer. Veneers are thin porcelain shells that are placed over the fronts of teeth to create a new smile. They are often used to cover moderate to severe smile flaws. Unlike conventional dental veneers, there is usually no need for extensive preparation, and your teeth will not need to be trimmed or reduced in shape or size. The Lumineers are bonded directly to the front of your natural teeth for a comfortable, sensitivity-free smile. Once your Lumineers are in place, they can last twenty years or more with good care. The treatment can be completed in 2-3 dental visits.
- Stains
- Chips
- Cracks
- Worn enamel
- Uneven teeth
- Teeth Gaps
- Once your candidacy is determined, Dr. Lozada, expert in Lumineers in Santa Clarita, will take photographs, dental impressions, and other records and work with you to design your new look. Your records will be then sent to the Lumineers lab.
- The lab creates your veneers using Cerinate porcelain, which can be milled as thin as a contact lens without losing any of its strength. The porcelain is translucent and looks just like dental enamel. It can be made in a shade that brightens your natural teeth for a stain-free smile for many years to come.
- The Lumineers can be bonded to your teeth at your next appointment. A special etching liquid is applied to the teeth to gently roughen their surface before a conditioning liquid is applied to act as a primer. The bonding agent secures the Lumineers in place, and is cured using a special high-intensity light.
Call us today to find out more or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lozada, Santa Clarita cosmetic dentist