{"id":706,"date":"2022-06-07T04:14:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-07T04:14:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/?p=706"},"modified":"2022-07-07T04:14:53","modified_gmt":"2022-07-07T04:14:53","slug":"summer-ready-smile-cosmetic-dentist-virginia-beach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/summer-ready-smile-cosmetic-dentist-virginia-beach\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Cosmetic Treatments for a Summer-Ready Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-708\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/summer-8-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"Woman with attractive smile in summer dress\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/summer-8-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/summer-8.jpg 386w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>Summer is here, which means plenty of time with friends and loved one\u2019s soaking up the sun and warmer temperatures. Whether you\u2019re spending a day at the beach or taking a vacation, you don\u2019t have to let insecurities about your smile hold you back from feeling your best. Your cosmetic dentist in Virginia Beach can give you the picture-perfect teeth you desire. Here are 4 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">cosmetic treatments<\/a> that can get your smile ready for summer.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Porcelain Veneers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Veneers can revamp your smile completely because they can hide several aesthetic flaws using one treatment. When a veneer is applied to a single tooth, it improves its color, size, and shape. However, when bonded to the teeth visible when smiling, they can cover discoloration, chips, and gaps. You can have the smile of your dreams after just two appointments without needing to undergo an invasive procedure or lengthy treatment plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Dental Bonding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental bonding offers a lot of bang for your buck. A composite resin material is used to fix minor imperfections, like chips, cracks, exposed tooth roots, or stains. The resin is shaded to match the color of your enamel to blend in with your tooth structure. Only a trained dental professional will know it isn\u2019t part of your tooth. You can enhance your smile in a single appointment with results that last about 10 years before needing to be replaced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Teeth Whitening<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone\u2019s teeth change color over the years, but you don\u2019t have to live with stains or discoloration. Your dentist in Virginia Beach can get your teeth up to 10 shades whiter using a professional whitening system. You can have a bright, vibrant smile that you will be proud to show off in about 1 hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Metal-Free Restorations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Metal crowns or fillings can stick out like a sore thumb, but there are other options. Metal-free restorations are crafted to look like real teeth. They are a biocompatible solution to improve both the health and appearance of your smile.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which Treatment is Right for Me?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cosmetic dentistry is a big investment, but you don\u2019t have to make the decision alone. After examining your smile and learning more about your goals, your dentist will explain all your options. They can even show you what the results of each method will look like using advanced technology. Virtual Smile Design allows you to \u201ctry on\u201d your new smile before you buy it. You will know exactly what you will achieve before committing to anything.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t let stains, chips, or gaps stop you from looking your best. Whether you are smiling for pictures, chatting with friends, or hanging out by the pool, your cosmetic dentist will give you a confident smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. Vinita J. Folck<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/vinita-j-folck.html\">Dr. Folck<\/a> earned her dental degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center and has completed extensive continuing education in many specialties, like cosmetic dentistry. She is a proud member of various professional organizations, including the American Dental Association. If you\u2019re ready to revitalize your smile for summer, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/contact-us.html\">contact our office<\/a> today to request your consultation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summer is here, which means plenty of time with friends and loved one\u2019s soaking up the sun and warmer temperatures. Whether you\u2019re spending a day at the beach or taking a vacation, you don\u2019t have to let insecurities about your smile hold you back from feeling your best. 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