Cosmetic Dentistry

COSMETIC DENTISTRY is one very exciting aspect of Dental Care that is satisfying for our patients and very gratifying for all of us in the office of Gary J. Sinar, D.D.S. Using one or a variety of different cosmetic techniques almost any patient can have whiter, straighter, and more natural looking teeth and a healthier looking smile to show.

Procedures and techniques used for cosmetic dental enhancements range from simple to complex and from relatively inexpensive to more of a financial investment made exclusively by patients seeking larger scale smile or dental reconstructive improvements. All treatment suggestions made by Dr. Sinar are made in conjunction with patient approval, input and understanding. All patients make the final determination of the treatment modes they elect with suggestions along the way by the Doctor.

As with all DENTAL CARE provided in the office of Dr. Gary Sinar financial arrangements are available and can be easily worked out prior to the start of any cosmetic treatments. Sadly most dental insurances do not recognize the over all patient health and well being benefits of COSMETIC DENTAL CARE and do not offer insurance benefits for cosmetic dental improvements, however, many insurance companies are improving benefits for simple procedures such as COMPOSITE FILLINGS (tooth colored) on posterior teeth instead of the old standard silver amalgam. Dr. Sinar has been using composites on most all fillings for over 10 years now and will happily give you his explanations as to why he believes they are a more cosmetic, healthy and satisfying dental restorative material for all patients.

In selecting a COSMETIC DENTAL treatment plan that would be right for each individual patient many factors are considered:

1.) Patient's desires

2.) Esthetic benefits to be achieved

3.) Maintenance

4.) Longevity

5.) Affordability

6.) Comfort

7.) Practicality

All factors are considered both by Dr. Sinar and the patient and in many cases x-rays, diagnostic impressions, smile evaluations and diagnostic prototypes are used in the decision making process as to the right treatment suggestions provided for patient consideration. Treatments are not compromised or short cuts taken and the idea of "instant orthodontics" touted by others is looked upon by Dr. Sinar as more idealistic than actually being able to be done so simply.

One of the simplest and least expensive for the result Cosmetic Dental procedures is BLEACHING. We have been doing Bleaching techniques in the office of Gary J. Sinar, D.D.S. for over 6 years now and find our current technique to be one that is very easy for patients, gives dramatic results, and is reasonably priced. Not one patient who has elected BLEACHING has been dissatisfied with the results. Having lighter teeth and eliminating unsightly stains and being able to flash a nice smile always brings satisfaction to both patient and doctor. The cosmetic improvements made to whiten a smile are many times far more dramatic than those patients strive for with plastic surgery techniques at no discomfort whatsoever and a fraction of the cost of many plastic surgeries. Phone our office for a BLEACHING consultation.

Another simple and inexpensive Cosmetic Procedure that can result in dramatic improvements is COSMETIC RECONTOURING or RESHAPING of teeth that are chipped, out of alignment, rotated, too long or too pointed. In these cases simple enamel reshaping can give teeth a more straighter appearance in as little as one appointment at a relatively inexpensive cost and with little if any discomfort. Smile evaluations and diagnostic impressions help Dr. Sinar determine which teeth and how much of any tooth can be recontoured, and in extensive reshaping cases a diagnostic prototype is helpful for the patient to see the intended plan of treatment. In many cases this approach is beneficial to help correct teeth that have fallen out of alignment many years post orthodontic treatment. Kindly give our office a call if you believe you might be interested in Cosmetic Recontouring for your smile improvement.

COSMETIC BONDING techniques are many times used to close gaps and spaces between teeth as in the case of an unappealing gap between two front teeth. Bonding procedures do have some inherent downsides to them, and of course Dr. Sinar is always willing to discuss whether or not a bonding procedure would be the most effective cosmetic treatment for any patient situation. The costs for bonding procedures vary depending upon the complexity of the result to be achieved and patient habit factors such as smoking, and/or coffee or tea drinking - all known to notoriously stain Bonded Composites.

A truly exciting, long lasting, and fairly simple technique for achieving terrific cosmetic improvements in patient smiles is that of PORCELAIN VENEERS or LAMINATES. Veneers are thin porcelain shields or coverings that are bonded to individual teeth that have been prepared either extensively or not at all to receive them. Preparation is necessary when teeth are rotated or out of line and the end result veneer is intended to straighten and realign teeth. Little preparation of teeth is required when closing gaps, lengthening teeth, or placing veneers to achieve a whitening of teeth or modest shape change. Veneers can provide dramatic cosmetic changes for patients at costs no where near dental crowns (caps) and have been shown to be very durable and easy to maintain. Dr. Sinar has been placing veneers for patients in his office for over 12 years now and has found the results to be very satisfying to his patients and gratifying to himself. Most all veneer treatments for patients require diagnostic work-ups and consultation with the lab making the veneers to insure the proper treatment approach before any treatment phases begin. Diagnostic prototypes are often times used to give the patient a "preview of coming attractions." A consultation for Porcelain Veneers is easy and simple to arrange at the office of Dr. Gary Sinar and is only a phone call away.

Many of us have always wondered how many famous people in Hollywood often times achieve that "HOLLYWOOD SMILE." Not surprisingly a nice smile with straight, white teeth really does not require a trip to Hollywood. Picking a competent, knowledgeable, experienced dentist who is concerned about patient needs and wants and can put together a COSMETIC DENTISTRY PLAN customized for each patient is as simple as picking up the phone to make an appointment at the office of GARY J. SINAR, D.D.S., right here in good old Farmington Hills, Michigan. We would be happy to see you with the smile you have always wanted!