Kalamazoo and Portage Cosmetic Dentist – Treatment Options

Everyone deserves to have a beautiful smile and strong, healthy teeth. At Magnuson Dental Design in Kalamazoo, we offer porcelain crowns, composite fillings, porcelain veneers, tooth whitening, and a number of other effective cosmetic dentistry treatments that are sure to give our patients the look they want. Dr. Magnuson can provide a small change or more involved treatment to help all of our patients look and feel their very best. We use only the latest technology and are highly skilled in all areas of cosmetic dentistry. Please contact our experienced Kalamazoo and Portage-area cosmetic dentist today to learn more and to find out which procedures are best for you. We offer:

Porcelain Crowns

Porcelain crowns are natural-looking covers that restore and protect extensively damaged or injured teeth. Available at our Kalamazoo, Michigan practice, porcelain crowns hide misalignments, cracks, stains, and other concerns while minimizing discomfort and strengthening the tooth to prevent further harm. Because the porcelain crowns are customized to match the shape, color, and size of surrounding teeth, only your dentist will be able to tell the difference.

Porcelain crowns are not only aesthetically pleasing; they are also considered a more conservative dental treatment than the use of traditional crowns, or “caps.” Porcelain crowns are made of porcelain instead of metal. Crowns allow our experienced cosmetic dentist, Dr. Brett Magnuson, to conserve tooth structure, provide an optimum contact with adjacent teeth, and avoid potential corrosion that can occur with metal. For many patients, porcelain crowns provide the perfect permanent solution.

The tooth is reduced so the crown can fit over it. The crown is then permanently cemented into place giving your mouth a healthy, natural appearance. The process is not lengthy.

The crowns of the past often had an unsightly dark margin at the gum line due to the often visible metal core. Thankfully, porcelain crowns have replaced these dated counterparts and create a natural appearance without the unsightly margins. Your teeth will appear clean and healthy. Arrange an appointment with our Kalamazoo office and find out if porcelain crowns are right for you.

Composite Fillings

Our state-of-the-art practice in Kalamazoo uses mercury-free fillings to repair teeth. The composite fillings, which are made of resin, ceramic, and porcelain, are bonded to your teeth and are much more natural-looking and comfortable than their metal counterparts. Tooth-colored fillings also last longer than traditional fillings so you have a healthy, durable smile for years to come.

Composite fillings are not only beautiful but also add strength to weakened teeth. These restorations are aesthetically pleasing and long-lasting thanks to new bonding technologies. These revolutionary fillings will strengthen your teeth and are virtually undetectable!

Composite fillings restore the natural appearance of a decayed or previously filled tooth. Not only are composite fillings dramatically more aesthetically pleasing then their metal counterparts, they require less of the healthy part of the tooth to be removed. Tooth-colored fillings are particularly useful in the restoration of front teeth.

You will feel comfortable as you smile, laugh, and talk with composite fillings because they’re practically invisible. If you are in need of fillings or would like to replace existing metal fillings, contact our Portage and Kalamazoo cosmetic dentist for a consultation. Dr. Brett Magnuson will determine if composite fillings can help you.

Porcelain Veneers

One of the most popular treatment options our cosmetic dentist offers, porcelain veneers are an effective solution to imperfections like stains, chips, and misalignments. Porcelain veneers can create a dramatic improvement in the overall appearance of your smile in as few as two office visits, and the results are incredibly natural and healthy-looking. Porcelain veneers are virtually undetectable and highly resistant to coffee, tea, and cigarette stains. They are strong and restore a natural, healthy appearance to smiles in need.

Tooth Whitening

Every smile looks more beautiful when teeth are sparkling white. Our practice offers a wide range of tooth whitening options that can brighten your smile and reduce the appearance of stains from coffee, soft drinks, wine, and tobacco. Tooth whitening is one of the simplest ways to create a remarkable improvement in your appearance. A gleaming, breathtaking smile can be yours in a single, convenient office visit or with easy to use take-home tooth whitening kits.

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Dental Implants

Dental implants, available at our Kalamazoo office, are an effective option for individuals missing one or more teeth. Implant restorations involve placing natural-looking, discreet porcelain crowns, dental bridges, or dentures onto the implant posts for a result that looks beautiful and fits securely. Dental implants also prevent bone loss and help protect your remaining teeth.

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Dental Bridges

Used in conjunction with dental implants, modern dental bridges provide a completely natural-looking and long-lasting replacement for missing teeth. At his practice serving Kalamazoo, Portage, and surrounding areas, cosmetic dentist Brett Magnuson carefully customizes dental bridges for shape, color, and size, so they blend perfectly with surrounding teeth and restore chewing and speaking ability as well.

Porcelain Onlays

Used to restore strength and eliminate pain from injured back teeth, porcelain onlays are virtually indistinguishable from your natural teeth. Porcelain onlays are a conservative, discrete treatment option that can last for several years with proper care. Their added support can make chewing more comfortable and help protect your tooth from further damage.

Cosmetic Imaging

Thinking about having cosmetic dentistry but not sure if you're ready for the change? Computer imaging at our Kalamazoo practice can give you a "sneak preview" of what you may look like after having porcelain veneers, tooth whitening, or the cosmetic dentistry procedure of your choice. Magnuson Dental Design utilizes advanced cosmetic imaging for our patients.

Contact our office to find out what porcelain veneers, porcelain crowns, composite fillings, and other cosmetic procedures can do for you! Arrange a consultation with our Kalamazoo and Portage-area cosmetic dentist today. We can help you achieve the beautiful, healthy smile of your dreams.

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Contact

Magnuson Dental Design
Brett Magnuson, DMD

2901 S Westnedge Ave
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008

Hours: 8:10am - 5:00pm
Monday - Thursday

Ph. 269.290.7275
or toll free
800.717.3238