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Today everyone wants a beautiful smile and with Lumineers, the latest breakthrough in cosmetic dentistry, that dazzling smile is now within your reach.
Lumineers are the latest breakthrough in cosmetic dentistry - they are porcelain veneers that are as thin as a contact lens. Lumineers are so thin that teeth no longer need to be drilled down the way that traditional veneers would require. This means, no shots, no drilling, no temporary veneers that keep coming off, no sensitivity after the Lumineers are placed, and they won't come off as they are bonded to the outer enamel layer of the tooth which is no longer removed. Lumineers have changed the way we practice cosmetic dentistry. They are truly amazing. Sadly, few dentists utilize Lumineers in the Providence, Rhode Island area.
Information on other cosmetic procedures such as whitening, bonding and implant dentistry can be found here.
The following examples of some of our REAL PATIENTS who traveled all the way to East Providence, Rhode Island for their cosmetic dentistry. All of them received a Lumineers smile makeover.
Recently Dennis returned from Iraq where he suffered tremendous damage to his teeth. We were proud and happy to deliver this result for one of America’s bravest.
"Dear Dr. Rawlinson, I wanted to take a moment to say that I am "officially" in love with my new smile. I just got back from a screening of a movie that was filmed shortly after my smile makeover. Seeing my smile on the big movie screen really made me realize how truly wonderful it looks. Thanks again, you are all so wonderful."
Cynthia Hansen Miss Wales 2005
Mary came to us because she was unhappy with the look of her old veneers. Her veneers, which were over 20 years old, were extremely bulky and unattractive. She said that they gave her a "Bucked-Tooth " look. Mary wanted Lumineers but was concerned because another cosmetic dentist had told her that her case could not be done with Lumineers......you be the judge.
Mary is quite happy these days and we happen to know that that other dentist is now doing Lumineers himself!
Rob came to us with crowded teeth that were overlapped, broken, and rotated/twisted. Even the Lab techs at Denmat (the lumineer people) questioned whether this case could be done without aggressively cutting the teeth.
This was not an option that Rob would consider, and the following result was obtained with very little tooth reduction. This procedure has changed Rob's life...as you can see, Rob would not even smile for us for the "Before" pictures.
For Amy Lumineers were the perfect option to lengthen, whiten, and fill in the gaps. Because the outer enamel layer of her teeth was not removed she will never have sensitivity and her Lumineers will never come off.
"Dr. Rawlinson, I cannot find the words to express how much my new smile has changed my life. As you know, I work in sales. My confidence is at an all time high now that I am not afraid to smile. I still can't believe you did it without drilling down my teeth. Every other cosmetic dentist I talked to told me it would be impossible without a lot of grinding. I must admit, I had reservations about traveling all the way to East Providence, Rhode Island for my cosmetic dentistry but I am so glad now that I did. I now understand what you meant when you told me that your job was really to create happiness - I am a much happier person these days. Thank you again."
Jim Broderick
Leah was one of our ABC6 Extreme Makeover patients. A Combination of bridges, crowns, and Lumineers were used to give her a great smile.
These are just a few of the many patients that are smiling anew with their Lumineers. Call us today to discuss how Lumineers can give you the smile you have always wanted.
Cosmetic dentistry offers solutions to improve the look of teeth that are stained, discolored, chipped, worn down, misshapen, a little gapped, or misaligned. It combines the art and science of dentistry to transform a less-than-perfect smile into one that looks naturally beautiful while at the same time enhancing overall facial aesthetics.
The great thing about cosmetic dentistry is that it offers multiple solutions to quickly improve the look of one’s smile. It all depends on your specific dental needs and cosmetic smile goals. While procedures such as teeth-whitening, tooth-colored fillings, and dental bonding typically provide dramatic improvements in just a single visit, others such as dental veneers only take a couple of visits.
A teeth whitening procedure as provided by our office is often the simplest, quickest, and most effective way to significantly lighten and brighten your smile.
Porcelain veneers are capable of concealing a range of imperfections, dramatically improving the look of teeth that are misshapen, have minor chips, enamel defects, or stains. They also provide an excellent solution for closing small gaps as well as addressing other minor alignment issues. While teeth whitening procedures can effectively treat many cases of dental stains or discolorations to produce cosmetically pleasing results, darker stains, as well as specific issues involving the size, shape, and alignment of the teeth, are better addressed with porcelain veneers.
How a back tooth is repaired and restored depends on the extent of the cavity or damage it has sustained. In many cases, a tooth-colored filling is often sufficient to restore the form and function of a back tooth. However, when a significant amount of tooth structure is damaged, or the tooth has had a root canal, it’s often necessary to fabricate a full coverage crown. In this way, the remaining tooth structure is protected from further damage while full function and a natural- looking smile is restored.
Whether or not a chipped or fractured tooth requires a dental crown depends on the extent of the damage. Some minor chips can be addressed with a dental bonding procedure or a veneer. When a significant amount of tooth structure is lost, rebuilding the form and function of the involved tooth may require a full coverage crown.
While conventional dental bridges and dentures offer effective and satisfying ways to rebuild a complete and attractive smile, dental implants represent the most advanced solutions for replacing missing teeth. With dental implants, our office can replace a single tooth or multiple ones to give you a smile that feels, looks, and functions like a natural one. Dental implants behave in much the same way as the root of an actual tooth, providing stable, secure, and long-lasting results of care.
How long your teeth whitening lasts depends on your lifestyle. Eating, drinking, and smoking habits can have a big impact on maintaining your result. Our office will inform you which food, beverages, or habits can stain your newly whitened smile. As needed, we’ll also help you maintain a white and vibrant smile with a periodic, safe, and effective touch-up whitening procedure.
At the office of Drs. Kenneth & Robin Rawlinson, LLC, we want every patient to enjoy the benefits of a beautiful and healthy smile. We strive to make dental care affordable and accessible. Improving the look of your smile is a worthwhile investment, and we always try to optimize any dental insurance benefits to cover your work. However, it’s essential to keep in mind that cosmetic dental procedures may not be covered by your plan. You can count on our office to explain every cosmetic option available to address your needs and the fees involved. To help you begin care without any additional stress or day, we can discuss different payment options and financing plans.
Although achieving aesthetically pleasing and long-lasting results of care requires knowledge, experience, and technical proficiency, it also calls for a professional with an artistic eye and awareness of facial aesthetics. At the office of Drs. Kenneth & Robin Rawlinson, LLC, we successfully combine the art and science of dentistry to create smiles that are as beautiful as they are healthy. From performing professional teeth whitening procedures, fabricating custom dental veneers or crowns to rebuilding complete and beautiful smiles with dental implants and much more, we’re well equipped to transform less-than-perfect smiles into ones that look good and feel great.
Our friendly staff is dedicated to caring for you and your entire family's oral health and well-being. We take the time to create a personalized treatment for each patient and we offer a wide range of services. It is our goal to make your visit with us an extremely pleasant one and to send you home with a beautiful and healthy smile.
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