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At Sutra Dental Spa, we offer advanced dental procedures that can give you a more vibrant, beautiful smile. Our experienced San Diego cosmetic dentist, Dr. Jimmy Wu, will evaluate your teeth and recommend which of the many procedures available can help you attain your goals with the best possible results.
Below you will find more information about our state-of-the-art cosmetic dentistry services. If you have questions about a specific procedure, or if you would like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Wu, please contact us today.
Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers can be an excellent way to improve the appearance of teeth affected by chips, cracks, stains, or other imperfections. The thin porcelain shells fit over the front of your natural teeth and are custom-made to match the shade of your surrounding teeth. Porcelain veneers can dramatically enhance your smile with long-lasting results.
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Teeth Whitening
One of the quickest and easiest ways to rejuvenate your smile is with teeth whitening. We offer professional in-office whitening treatments as well as at-home kits designed to effectively lighten the shade of your teeth for a whiter, brighter smile.
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Invisalign®
The Invisalign® system is a series of clear plastic aligners designed to gradually and discreetly straighten your teeth and correct misalignment. A modern alternative to traditional metal braces, you can remove your Invisalign® aligners to eat, drink, floss, and brush your teeth – and they are virtually undetectable to others!
Cosmetic Bonding
Cosmetic dental bonding can address gaps, chips, discolorations, or other minor dental imperfections. This treatment can typically be completed in one office visit and be very effective for improving the aesthetics and function of your teeth. Dr. Wu will apply a durable composite resin to the affected tooth and expose it to a high-intensity curing light for hardening. Then he will carefully smooth, shape, and polish the resin for the most natural-looking results possible. In some cases, cosmetic bonding can serve as an alternative to porcelain veneers. The results are often very long-lasting.
CEREC® Same-Day Crowns & Bridges
A dental crown is a porcelain cap that is placed over broken, decayed, or cracked teeth. Unlike porcelain veneers, which only cover the front of a tooth, a crown is designed to cover the whole tooth and provide an incredibly strong barrier of protection. This restorative treatment can renew the appearance, size, and shape of your tooth.
Crowns are also used as the finishing touch for a dental implant, as well as for anchoring a dental bridge. If you are missing multiple teeth in a row, Dr. Wu may recommend a dental bridge to improve your ability to speak and chew and enhance the appearance of your smile.
Dr. Wu can create same-day porcelain dental crowns and bridges with our office’s state-of-the-art CEREC® milling technology. By utilizing CEREC® for many of our restorative treatments, we can often make the process quicker and more convenient. CEREC® allows us to create and place customized, permanent restorations in the same appointment.
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Tooth-Colored Fillings
Years ago, the standard material used for filling cavities left a very noticeable, metallic appearance on patients’ teeth. With advanced tooth-colored fillings, Dr. Wu can treat cavities using material that blends in with your surrounding teeth. Composite, or “white” fillings are composed of a very strong, tooth-colored resin instead of an amalgam, mercury-based material. These fillings are now standard at our practice, giving Dr. Wu the ability to treat cavities with natural-looking, durable results.
Inlays and Onlays
Inlays and onlays can repair damage and tooth decay on the back teeth. Inlays fit over the portion of the affected tooth that is within the cusps (top surfaces) and onlays are designed to cover the actual cusps. Dr. Wu will take a digital impression of your teeth with our CEREC® 3D imaging technology and custom-design your porcelain inlays or onlays for the best possible results. These treatments are composed of strong composite resin materials for a natural appearance. Inlays and onlays are also meticulously bonded to the tooth for a very precise fit and effective improvement of the damaged teeth.
Smile Makeover
With a custom-designed Smile Makeover, you can completely rejuvenate your smile with stunning results. Smile Makeovers involve a combination of treatments designed to address a number of concerns and improve the overall aesthetic of your teeth. Teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, and dental implants are just a few of the popular options that can be included in a Smile Makeover.
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For more information about our cosmetic dentistry services, or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Wu, please contact Sutra Dental Spa today. Our friendly staff will be happy to assist you.
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