Veneers

Learn more about dental veneers.

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Ushma Patel, DMD   
6916 McGinnis Ferry Road, Suite 500   
Suwanee, GA 30024   
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Crowns

A crown is a tooth-shaped cover placed over a tooth that is badly damaged or decayed. Many people call it a cap.
Crowns may be placed for several reasons. Usually the tooth has been broken or severely damaged by decay. As a result, a filling can't replace enough of the tooth or make the tooth strong enough. A crown may hold together parts of a cracked tooth. It also can be used to hold a bridge in place. Crowns can be used to improve appearance as well. They may be placed to cover misshapen or badly discolored teeth.

Crowns can be made ahead of time (prefabricated) or made to order in a laboratory. Prefabricated crowns are made of plastic or stainless steel. They can be used on a temporary basis until a permanent crown is made.

Crowns can be made of:

• All metal
• Zirconia
• Porcelain fused to metal (PFM)
• Porcelain fused to zirconia
• All ceramic

Metals include gold alloy, other alloys (palladium) or a base-metal alloy (nickel or chromium). The all-metal or PFM crowns are stronger and are better choices for back teeth than ceramic crowns. PFM and all-ceramic crowns are the same color as your natural teeth. They look just like normal teeth.

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Center for Advanced Dentistry   
Ushma Patel, DMD   
6916 McGinnis Ferry Road, Suite 500   
Suwanee, GA 30024   
(770) 623-8750   
JohnsCreekSedationDentist.com

Dental Implants

Dental Implants Provide a Solution for Missing Teeth

Dental implants are ideal for replacing lost teeth, especially in the front of the mouth where they are most visible. Unlike bridges or removable dentures, which sit on top of the gums, dental implants are placed under the gums. The "tooth" placed on an implant appears life-like, because it comes through the gums just like the original did — it's like growing a new tooth! Implants can replace any number of lost teeth. Dental implants can also be used to "lock in" dentures for a secure fit. We will fit and make your permanent "tooth" for a beautiful, healthy smile. Call for a complimentary implant consultation today to find out if implants are right for you.

Center for Advanced Dentistry   
Ushma Patel, DMD   
6916 McGinnis Ferry Road, Suite 500   
Suwanee, GA 30024   
(770) 623-8750   
JohnsCreekSedationDentist.com

Professional Teeth Whitening Services

Powerful Professional-Strength Teeth Whitening Options

Everyone finds a bright, white smile to be attractive. And such a smile is most important to you. It gives you confidence in your interaction with others, and a brilliant smile creates a lasting impression with those you meet.

Dr. Patel provides a safe, simple way to dramatically whiten teeth. It is an in-office treatment called ZOOM!™ Whitening. Perhaps you have seen the results it can offer on television. This process works quickly and produces results that are long lasting. There is little to no sensitivity, and it is a safe as well as effective technique in the hands of a dental professional. You can eliminate any stains or darkness in just one session! Your teeth can become brilliantly white for a number of years from just one treatment.

We also offer another professional whitening method that uses custom-made trays produced in our office lab. You complete the procedure at home with the instructions and supplies we give you. This is also a safe and effective technique. You can expect to see results between 1 – 14 days. We provide everything you need for successful at-home whitening for a beautiful smile.

Center for Advanced Dentistry  
Ushma Patel, DMD  
6916 McGinnis Ferry Road, Suite 500  
Suwanee, GA 30024  
(770) 623-8750  
JohnsCreekSedationDentist.com