Perhaps you have been living with dull or misshapen teeth. You feel trapped, rarely smiling or laughing in front of friends or coworkers. But, you don't have to keep suppressing your smile forever. Cosmetic Dentistry gives you a permanent, new smile that you just can't hide – a smile that lasts. Using up-to-date treatment and techniques, Dr. Heilman will create the smile of your dreams…a smile that fits your looks and shows your true personality. Don't wait any longer to discover the smile you've been missing.

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Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain veneers make smiles look incredible. If, when you look in the mirror, you see a smile that is crooked, chipped, unevenly spaced, or badly stained, a series of porcelain veneers can transform your smile, making it look white and vibrant.

Custom-made veneers from Dr. Heilman are thin coverings of porcelain that are adhered permanently to the front of you own existing teeth (after some preparation). The shape and shade of your veneers is perfectly matched to the ideal size and color that complements your overall appearance. In just a few appointments, you can see the results of your own smile makeover! For more information about porcelain veneers in Shreveport LA contact Dr Heilman today.

Porcelain Crowns

If you have one tooth, or several teeth, that are discolored, misshapen, or otherwise damaged, porcelain crowns may be the solution that makes your smile shine.

A crown from Dr. Heilman is a custom-made tooth, milled out of porcelain, that is placed over your own natural tooth (after a little preparation). Since the crown is made especially for you, it will be indistinguishable from your natural teeth, and will function so naturally that it feels fantastic. Whether you require one or several crowns, you can rest assured that your smile will look incredible.

Porcelain Bridges

When you are missing a tooth, it can have a significant effect on your smile and your appearance. The dark place where the tooth once was makes your smile look narrow, and your cheeks may "cave in" because of the gap, giving you an aged, hollow look. Functionally, your other teeth may shift, and you may chew differently, causing a misalignment in your bite and possibly discomfort or pain.

A porcelain bridge is a natural-looking, non-removable tooth replacement that can complete your smile again. Dr. Heilman creates a customized tooth, as well as crowns for the teeth on either side of your missing tooth. The crowns, with your new porcelain tooth between them, bridge the gap in your smile. Not only does a bridge look natural and incredible, it feels great as well.

Tooth-colored Fillings

When decay has been taken out of the tooth, it is replaced with "filling" material. In the past, amalgam (silver/mercury) fillings were placed into the cleaned out portion of the tooth. With advancements in dentistry, you can now have tooth-colored fillings instead of silver fillings. Besides looking more natural, tooth-colored fillings bond to the remaining tooth, making it much stronger than one that is restored with a silver filling. You may even elect to remove your old silver fillings and replace them with natural tooth-colored fillings.

Tooth Whitening

• Zoom!™ Whitening
  The Zoom!™ whitening system is a powerful, in-office procedure that produces fast, dramatic results. A specialized light source interacts with a bleaching gel to remove even the darkest stains and discoloration. In the skilled hands of Dr. Heilman and his team, you can see dramatic results by the end of your appointment.
  
• At Home Whitening
  A take-home whitening kit is another option available for you to whiten your teeth at your own pace at home. You will see noticeable, fantastic results that are brighter and longer lasting than over-the-counter products. Talk with Dr. Heilman for help in deciding which whitening procedure is right for you.

Am I a candidate for whitening?

Not all patients are candidates for tooth whitening due to prior dental work or other conditions. Dr. Heilman will perform an assessment to determine if whitening is right for you. If not, rest assured that other options exist and our team is happy to show them to you. For more information about teeth whitening in Shreveport LA contact Dr Heilman today.

Gum Contouring

Gummy Smiles

Do you see a lot of your gum tissue when you smile? Many people with "gummy" smiles do not know that there are treatments available to cosmetically enhance the look of your gums. In many cases, your gums can be re-contoured to show less gum tissue and more tooth. With the addition of beautiful porcelain veneers or crowns, your gummy smile disappears, revealing a bright, youthful smile that looks natural and proportioned. The entire process takes just a few visits and because of advancements in cosmetic techniques, your comfort is assured.

Gum Recession

If recession of your gum tissue is cosmetically concerning for you, you may benefit from gum grafting.  This technique can sometimes be used to add gum tissue to your smile.

Call Dr. Heilman and begin transforming your smile today.