In the hands of an experienced and capable dentist, cosmetic dentistry is a subtle blend of science and aesthetics, with the ultimate goal of producing results that are completely natural looking. With this goal always in mind, Dr. Erika V. Burley has dedicated her career to helping her patients achieve their ideal smiles. She takes pride in offering individualized care to her patients, assisting them in setting realistic goals and customizing plans to suit their specific needs.

Using the latest technology, Dr. Burley performs a variety of cosmetic procedures designed to give you a beautiful, healthy smile that you can be proud of. She is continually educating herself on the latest techniques and technologies in cosmetic dentistry, integrating the most promising of these into her practice. She strives to expand and improve her practice in a continuing effort to offer her patients the most pleasant, relaxing, and stress-free dental experience possible.

We invite you to read about some of the cosmetic procedures that we offer and then to contact our office to arrange a consultation with Dr. Burley. During this consultation, Dr. Burley will openly and honestly discuss your options with you, helping you to determine which procedure or procedures are best suited to your goals.

Porcelain Veneers
Dr. Burley is proud to offer porcelain veneers as an option to help you achieve a healthier looking, more beautiful smile. Veneers are thin porcelain shells that bond directly to the front of your teeth, covering stains, chips, and other imperfections. Because they are custom designed to match the size and color of your surrounding teeth, the results are completely natural looking and virtually undetectable to others. In addition, they are extremely comfortable and can even help correct a variety of bite problems, ultimately restoring both beauty and function.

One of the primary advantages of porcelain veneers is their resilience. The porcelain material is strong, durable, and highly stain resistant. With proper care, your veneers will give you a flawless, confident smile for many years to come.

If you would like to schedule a consultation to find out if porcelain veneers are the best option for you, please contact our office.

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Porcelain Crowns
Porcelain crowns – or “caps,” as they are sometimes called – are an excellent way to repair and strengthen badly damaged teeth. Like veneers, they dramatically improve the appearance of your teeth; however, unlike veneers, they cover the entire surface area of the tooth, helping to prevent weaker teeth from cracking or breaking. By strengthening these weaker teeth, they effectively reduce or eliminate pain, sensitivity, and difficulty with chewing and speaking. They are also commonly used to keep errant fillings in place. Whatever else their function, they will mask imperfections in the teeth, giving you a more pleasing, attractive smile.

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Dental Bonding
A fast, effective alternative to veneers and crowns, dental bonding produces exceptional results in as little as a single office visit. During the procedure, Dr. Burley places a strong tooth-colored resin material onto your tooth, sculpting and polishing it until it is indistinguishable from your surrounding natural teeth. When exposed to a high-intensity ultraviolet light, the resin hardens, and the procedure is complete. The bonding material, while not as durable or stain resistant as the porcelain used in veneers and crowns, will endure for years with proper care. In any event, the immediate and visually stunning results make dental bonding ideal for many patients.

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Tooth-Colored Fillings
Tooth-colored fillings have always presented a more aesthetically pleasing alternative to traditional silver and amalgam fillings. However, due to evolving technology, they are now also stronger and more durable than their metallic counterparts. Indeed, a small filling may last a lifetime without ever requiring repair, while larger fillings should last for many years with appropriate care. Plus, tooth-colored fillings feel and function more like your natural teeth, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile with increased confidence and comfort.

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Porcelain Bridges
As its name implies, a porcelain dental bridge literally bridges the gap where a tooth is missing. The bridge consists of an artificial tooth and two porcelain crowns, one for each natural tooth on either side of the gap. Dr. Burley customizes the bridge to fit snugly and comfortably in your mouth, fixing it into place so that it cannot fall out or be removed by hand. The results are remarkably natural looking and extremely strong, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile with full confidence.

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Dental Implants
A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is permanently placed into your jaw. Dr. Burley then fixes an artificial tooth or bridge onto the implant, allowing you to regain the full function and feel of the missing tooth. These implants can also be used to support a full set of dentures, making chewing and speaking significantly easier.If you are interested in learning more about dental implants or any of our other cosmetic dentistry options, please contact the office of Dr. Erika V. Burley today. We are always pleased and grateful to welcome new patients to our practice.

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