EMERALD MOMENT

1. Plan your smileDiscuss your goals, examine tooth and gum health, and choose a natural-looking shade.
2. Prepare & createThe dentist prepares the teeth and takes scans or impressions for custom laboratory-made veneers. Temporary veneers may be used.
3. Fit & finishCheck appearance and fit, bond the veneers, then refine the bite and polish.

Usually planned across multiple visits.

Enamel removal makes treatment irreversible. Veneers can chip or need replacement; suitability depends on your teeth and bite.

1. Check & chooseAssess the cause of discoloration and check teeth and gums before selecting a whitening approach.
2. Whiten with guidanceIn-office treatment protects the gums before whitening gel is applied. A dentist may instead provide custom trays for home use.
3. Review your shadeReassess the result and sensitivity, then discuss care and any future touch-ups.

Office or supervised home treatment; timing varies.

Temporary sensitivity can occur. Whitening does not change the color of veneers, crowns or fillings, and some discoloration responds poorly.

1. Match & prepareChoose a resin shade and prepare the tooth surface so the material can adhere.
2. Sculpt & setThe dentist shapes the composite, then uses a curing light to harden it.
3. Polish & checkRefine the contour, check the bite and polish for a natural-looking finish.

Often one visit, depending on the number of teeth.

Bonding can stain or chip and may need touch-ups. Ask the practice whether cosmetic bonding is suitable for your particular concern.

1. Assess & scanExamine the bite and capture scans or impressions to plan tooth movement.
2. Wear & reviewWear each tray as prescribed and attend progress checks. Attachments or other adjustments may be needed.
3. Maintain the resultAfter active treatment, use retainers as instructed to help keep teeth in their new positions.

A personalized course of treatment with follow-up visits.

Consistent wear is essential. Treatment length varies, and some movements are better treated with braces or other approaches.

1. Assess & prepareEvaluate the tooth and bite. The dentist prepares the tooth to make room for the crown.
2. Craft the crownScans or impressions guide the dental lab. A temporary crown may protect the tooth while the final one is made.
3. Fit & secureCheck shade, fit and bite before securing the crown, then review home care.

Emerald describes a typical two-visit process.

Crowns require tooth preparation and ongoing care. They are primarily restorative; the dentist assesses whether a more conservative option is appropriate.