A dental crown is often the best solution for transforming its appearance and functionality if a tooth has extensive decay, large old fillings, or damage. Bridges are a fixed replacement for one or more missing teeth with crowns on adjacent natural teeth that support the false tooth or teeth. Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics (CEREC®) technology enables Dr. Tamara Martinez to create natural-looking and fully functional same-day crowns and bridges with CAD/CAM technology and an on-site milling machine. CEREC crowns are fabricated from a solid block of dental zirconia that provides excellent durability, strength, bite function, and beautiful aesthetics.

Occlusal adjustment is a simple procedure that restores bite alignment by eliminating irregular pressure on one side of the mouth. Occlusal adjustment is often needed after a filling or crown is placed because these procedures can create minor bite interference. The process involves biting down on dark paper to pinpoint specific tooth surfaces that need to be shaped to restore normal contact. This is done carefully in small, incremental stages until the interference is eliminated.

Porcelain veneers conceal flaws in your smile zone, such as deep stains, enamel wear, minor gaps, chips, and crookedness. A veneer is a thin shell covering each tooth's front surface. During this minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry procedure, Dr. Martinez removes minimal tooth enamel to ensure veneers fit perfectly and provide a natural appearance. The porcelain veneers are hand-fabricated to blend in with your surrounding teeth seamlessly. After bonding veneers to your teeth, they provide long-lasting beauty with proper care.

Professional teeth whitening can brighten teeth by multiple shades in a single session! At MYDDS, we offer Zoom!® Teeth Whitening, a highly effective procedure using the Zoom Advanced Power Chairside Lamp to accelerate hydrogen peroxide whitening. As the hydrogen peroxide is broken down, oxygen enters the enamel and dentin to bleach the stained substances, leaving the structure of your teeth unchanged. If you prefer in-home whitening, we’ll provide customized trays, Zoom whitening gel, and instructions to achieve ideal results.

Invisalign is a discreet alternative to traditional orthodontic treatment and a viable option for most adults and teens. The aligner trays are smooth, comfortable, BPA-free plastic that fits snugly over your teeth. Invisalign enables straightening teeth with little interference in your lifestyle. In addition to being more comfortable than metal braces, most people won’t even know you’re wearing braces because they’re nearly invisible. While the entire process can take as little as six months, the average treatment lasts about 12–18 months.