Beautiful smiles aren’t easy to create; dentists must have some natural talent, lots of skill, and years of training. When choosing a cosmetic dentist, you should look for those things as well as someone you can build a trusting and comfortable relationship with. Some cosmetic dental procedures take weeks, or even months, to complete, and you don’t want to be stuck with a dentist you don’t like or enjoy.
Our cosmetic dentist, Dr. Helen Ragsdale has the talent, skill, and training that enables her to provide beautiful smiles to our patients in the Austin area. In addition to attaining her Doctorate in Dentistry, Dr. Ragsdale has completed hundreds of hours of continuing education to perfect her skills. She also utilizes dental lasers to produce incredible, quick results.
Continue reading to learn more about Dr. Ragsdale’s cosmetic dentistry treatments.
1. Dental bonding
Dental bonding utilizes a composite resin material to fill in gaps, chips, and cracks, and hide dental stains. Dentists can manipulate the material to match the patient’s exact tooth color and shape it to fit perfectly with their smile.
Dental bonding is one of the most affordable cosmetic treatment options. While the material is durable, it doesn’t last as long as other options like dental veneers.
2. Teeth whitening
Over-the-counter whitening toothpastes, gels, and pens are extremely popular right now. However, their results pale in comparison to professional teeth whitening. At Austin Laser Dentist, patients have a wide variety of teeth whitening treatment options that all offer incredible results—some patients leave the office with beautiful smiles that are up to nine shades brighter!
Here are our safe and effective teeth whitening options:
- LaserSmile™
- Zoom™
- Turbo At-Home
Dr. Ragsdale also offers incredible whitening specials that include free maintenance and bleach refills. Contact us today to learn more!
3. Invisalign®
Got crooked, gapped, or crowded teeth? Invisalign is a discreet and effective orthodontic treatment option for patients who wish to forgo traditional braces. Clear aligners can address all types of orthodontic issues, but not all patients are suitable candidates. While this option is extremely desirable, patients must also commit to wearing them and caring for them responsibly. For this reason, we recommend them only for older teens and adults.
Suitable candidates can experience the incredible benefits of invisible braces that are also comfortable, practical, and effective!
4. Gum lifts
Patients with gummy smiles often complain about their teeth being too short or uneven. In reality, their beautiful smiles are just being covered by too much gum tissue. Some dentists use old techniques that are painful and invasive. Dr. Ragsdale offers patients a comfortable and quick experience through modern technology.
The Waterlase medical laser gently and precisely removes the unnecessary gum tissue to reveal a symmetrical smile that patients can’t wait to show off.
5. Porcelain veneers
Porcelain veneers are thin, durable shells that can be placed on top of a patient’s natural teeth. Veneers hide cosmetic imperfections such as discoloration, gaps, chips, and misshaped teeth. Each veneer, or set of veneers, is designed by you and your cosmetic dentist and crafted by a skilled dental lab technician. This ensures that the final product looks just like you imagined it would!
Creating Beautiful Smiles in Austin, TX
If you’re searching for a gentle and skilled cosmetic dentist to improve the appearance of your smile, look no further. We take pride in providing excellent customer care and creating beautiful smiles that last.
Dr. Ragsdale is prepared to help you achieve a picture-perfect smile today! Call us at (512) 346-4690 to schedule an initial consultation.
