Cosmetic dentistry is a subtle blend of medicine and aesthetics, with the ultimate goal of producing results that are completely natural looking. Throughout his career, Dr. McCormick has consistently met this goal, giving countless patients the ideal smiles they have always dreamed of having. He takes pride in offering individualized care to his patients, helping them to set realistic goals and creating plans tailored around their specific needs. In addition, Dr. McCormick and his staff continually educate themselves on advancements in cosmetic dentistry, expanding their practice to include those procedures and technologies that will make the dental experience more pleasant, comfortable, and pain-free for their patients.

The following cosmetic dentistry options can be performed either individually or in various combinations as part of a comprehensive plan. We invite you to read about these procedures and then to contact the dental offices of Dr. Gene W. McCormick to schedule an initial consultation. During this consultation, Dr. McCormick and his staff will openly and honestly discuss your options with you, helping you to arrive at a plan that best suits your needs and goals.

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Full Mouth Reconstruction

Dr. McCormick is one of the rare dentists who specializes in full mouth reconstruction, one of the most challenging of all dental procedures. Full mouth reconstruction involves the restoration of every tooth in your mouth in an effort to restore beauty to your smile, improve your bite, and relieve discomfort in the jaw. In this procedure, Dr. McCormick uses a computer to identify your ideal bite and the most comfortable position for your jaw. Using this information, he creates a complete set of porcelain crowns that will permanently bonded to your existing teeth. The entire process requires only a few hours, after which the health of your mouth will be restored. Full mouth reconstruction can help to alleviate a variety of ailments, including TMJ dysfunction, headaches, soreness in the jaw, neck and back pain, and numbness of the limbs. Furthermore, the results are completely natural looking, giving you the attractive, youthful smile you desire.

If you would like to find out if you are a candidate for this extraordinary procedure, please contact the dental offices of Dr. Gene McCormick today.

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Tooth Whitening

White teeth are essential to a beautiful smile. When your teeth become stained or discolored, your smile begins to lose its natural radiance. Fortunately, advances in dental technology allow Dr. McCormick to treat even the most persistent stains, including those caused by coffee, tea, tobacco, and soda. Through our advanced tooth whitening procedures, we can help you regain the brilliant, stunning smile you deserve in a single office visit, usually requiring no more than about an hour.

For those who prefer to achieve outstanding results according to their own schedules, we also offer the option of take-home bleaching kits. Dr. McCormick will provide you with a bleaching gel formulated especially for you. This solution is placed in a custom-fitted tray that can be worn at your convenience. Many people wear the tray overnight, peacefully sleeping through the entire whitening process. Quick, convenient, and highly effective, take-home whitening kits produce immediate results.

To learn more about how we can help give you a brighter, more attractive smile, please contact the dental offices of Dr. Gene McCormick today.

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Porcelain Veneers

The dental practice of Dr. Gene McCormick is proud to offer porcelain veneers as another option to help you achieve a healthier looking, more attractive smile. Veneers are thin porcelain shells that bond directly to the front surfaces of your teeth, concealing stains, chips, and other imperfections. Because they are customized to match the size and color of your surrounding teeth, the results are completely natural looking and virtually undetectable to others. In addition, they are extremely comfortable and can even help correct a variety of orthodontic errors, ultimately restoring both beauty and function. Strong, durable, and highly stain resistant, your porcelain veneers will give you a flawless, confident smile for many years to come with proper care. If you would like to schedule a consultation to find out if porcelain veneers are the best option for you, please contact the dental offices of Dr. Gene McCormick today.

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Porcelain Crowns

Porcelain crowns – or "caps" – are an excellent solution to repairing and strengthening badly damaged teeth. Like veneers, they dramatically improve the appearance of your teeth; however, unlike veneers, they cover the entire surface area of the tooth, helping to prevent weaker teeth from cracking or breaking. By strengthening these weaker teeth, they effectively reduce or eliminate pain, sensitivity, and difficulty with chewing and speaking. They are also commonly used to keep loose fillings in place. Whatever else their function, they will mask imperfections in the teeth, giving you a more pleasing, attractive smile.

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Dental Bonding

An efficient, extremely effective alternative to veneers and crowns, dental bonding produces exceptional results in as little as a single office visit. During the procedure, one of our doctors will place a strong tooth-colored resin material onto your tooth, sculpting and polishing it until it is indistinguishable from your surrounding natural teeth. When exposed to a high-intensity laser light, the resin hardens, and the procedure is complete. The bonding material, while not as durable or stain resistant as the porcelain used in veneers and crowns, will endure for years with proper care. In any event, the immediate, visually stunning results make dental bonding ideal for many patients.

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Tooth Colored Fillings

Tooth colored fillings have always presented a more aesthetically pleasing alternative to traditional silver and amalgam fillings. However, due to evolving technology, they are now also stronger and more durable than their metallic counterparts. Indeed, a small filling may last a lifetime without ever requiring repair, while larger fillings should last for many years with appropriate care. Plus, tooth-colored fillings feel and function more like your natural teeth, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile with increased confidence and comfort.

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Porcelain Bridges

A porcelain dental bridge fills the gap where your original teeth are missing. The bridge consists of an artificial tooth and two porcelain crowns, one for each natural tooth on either side of the gap. Dr. McCormick customizes the bridge to fit snugly and comfortably in your mouth, fixing it into place so that it cannot fall out or be removed by hand. The results are remarkably natural looking and extremely strong, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile with absolute confidence.

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Inlays and Onlays

Inlays and onlays offer stronger, longer lasting alternatives to traditional fillings. Sometimes referred to as "indirect" fillings, inlays and onlays are crafted out of durable porcelain to fit the specific contours of your teeth. They perform essentially the same function as traditional fillings; that is, they occupy and protect the space where decay has been removed. However, unlike fillings, they are cemented into place ­ inlays, inside the tooth; onlays, on the tooth’s outer surface. To learn more about inlays and onlays, please contact the dental offices of Dr. Gene McCormick.

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Periodontal Care

Although not strictly speaking a "cosmetic" procedure, periodontal treatment is essential to preserving your smile and maintaining optimal oral health. Gum disease is one of the most common diseases in the United States, affecting about 80% of American adults to some degree. Thankfully, regular periodontal screenings and proper hygiene can help to control the disease without the need for more drastic treatments such as surgery. This is one of the reasons why Dr. McCormick encourages all of his patients to schedule regular oral exams, even if they are experiencing no mouth pain at the time.

Gum disease is caused by plaque and tartar, the latter of which can only be removed through a professional cleaning by a dentist or hygienist. When left untreated, the buildup of plaque and tartar can lead to periodontitis, a disease in which the bones, gums, and other tissues that support the teeth are slowly destroyed by infection. If you consult a dentist early enough in the progression of the disease, there is an excellent chance that the infection can be controlled through deep cleaning and medication.

If you are experiencing gum pain or other signs of periodontal disease, Dr. McCormick can help to restore health to your mouth. If your teeth and gums feel perfectly healthy, Dr. McCormick can help to prevent the onset or the progression of gum disease through regular screenings and gentle cleanings. Please contact our office for more information or to schedule an initial consultation.

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