Magnificent Aesthetic Solutions

Advanced training has put Dr. Patterson at the forefront of what is becoming one of the most important and patient-supportive trends in dentistry today-aesthetics. People now are more knowledgeable than ever about what´s possible when it comes to enhancing their smiles. They´ve seen smile makeovers on television, read about them in magazines and in many cases, researched them on-line.

What many don´t realize however, is that there are no set standards regarding who can call themselves a cosmetic or aesthetic dentist. Any dentist can take on the title, regardless of training.

In addition to our extensive post-doctoral studies at the L. D. Pankey Institute, Dr. Patterson is an active member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and his commitment to bringing the latest proven techniques back to our community is unwavering. These are things a patient should look for when choosing an aesthetic dentist to trust with their smile.

"It starts with the smile...If you restore the smile, you restore the face. If you restore the face, you restore the spirit."

-Michele Magne

The Elements of an Aesthetic Makeover

Cosmetic dentistry makeovers are becoming more and more popular all the time. And it´s no wonder. Feeling confident in your smile can go a long way toward feeling confident in your self. The best aesthetic dentistry goes beyond oral health to actually enhancing a person´s sense of well-being.

That´s the kind of cosmetic dentistry we believe in practicing, here in Lancaster, Pa.

Dental Veneers

Dental veneers are the finest cosmetic restoration available in dentistry today. The shape, color and size of your teeth can be enhanced quickly and painlessly.

Dental veneers are a very popular treatment option for a variety of reasons. They are one of the most conservative restorations that can be done. This means that the amount of tooth structure that Dr. Votilla must remove in order to do a veneer is very small. Generally, only 0.3 to 0.7 mm needs to be removed from the surface of your tooth.

The dental veneer is made and bonded to the tooth, incorporating the desired changes in shape and color. Since the veneer is so thin and there is no metal in it, the esthetic potential is very high. Veneers can be made of two different materials, either composite or porcelain.

Teeth Whitening:

Brightening a person´s teeth by teeth whitening can take years off their appearance. The effects of this cosmetic dentistry procedure are dramatic, and the procedure itself takes about an hour a day for as little as two weeks. Our practice is equipped with the latest generation in teeth whitening technology.

If someone has a big event like a wedding or a reunion coming up, teeth whitening is a great way of achieving fantastic results fast. The most predictable and effective methods involve a custom teeth whitening program, under our supervision, complete with prescription strength materials and precisely fitted trays.

Porcelain Veneers:

Porcelain veneers are really what makes optimal aesthetics possible in cosmetic dentistry. These thin porcelain facings, when applied to the front of teeth, can correct just about any problem which affects visual appearance. Gaps can be filled, the size and shape of teeth can be altered, uneven smiles can be straightened, overlapping teeth can be corrected, and of course, stained teeth can be made to appear white and healthy once again. And believe it or not, we can complete a natural- looking and exquisite makeover in just a few visits. Especially with Pankey training and all the latest materials and technology at our fingertips.

When looking in Lancaster, Pa for a cosmetic dentist, Dr. Matthew Patterson is for you.

Natural-looking Fillings:

The days of silver- mercury fillings are pretty much history now. When we see a patient with aging amalgam restorations, we encourage them to have them replaced with more up-to-date solutions. And the good news is, these stronger and more lasting alternatives are also more attractive.

Porcelain and composite resins are virtually undetectable in the smile, even with gold incorporated for additional strength. Our Pankey training has shown us how to work with a variety of materials to create aesthetically pleasing results.

Bonding:

Bonding is one of the easiest ways to correct imperfections in the surface of a patient´s teeth. The latest bonding materials are extremely durable and allow for precise color matching, making them virtually impossible to detect in the smile.

Coronoplasty:

Coronoplasty is truly an art. With this technique we can gently and carefully recontour a patient´s tooth enamel, altering the size and shape of their teeth and resculpting their tooth surfaces for perfect appearance.

Dental Implants:

Dental implants are by far the most advanced treatment available for the problem of missing teeth. And best of all, they provide a permanent solution.

Implants are titanium posts fused into the jaw structure, becoming a replacement root to hold an artificial tooth in place. The new tooth functions just like the original, eliminating the worry and embarrassment associated with wearing full or partial dentures.