Cosmetic dentist in Northern Virginia, Dr. Myles offers many cosmetic dental treatments to older teens and adults who have basically healthy smiles, but really long for straighter, whiter, more dazzling teeth. As such, these caring professionals invite patients to experience a smile makeover consultation in which Dr. Myles examines an individual’s teeth and gums and offers several ways to improve how they look. Sometimes, a makeover is simple.

For instance, tooth enamel  may need a little brightening. Or, there’s that annoying gap between two front teeth. Other times, makeovers are more complex, and address alignment issues, heavy stains or a combination of several issues.

Here are some of the services Dr. Myles uses to arrive at that outstanding smile:

• Professional teeth whitening by Zoom! This in-office or at-home bleaching service lightens stained tooth enamel by several shades of color using powerful peroxide gel. The in-office version takes about an hour and is activated by a special light. Fully supervised and safe for both soft oral tissues and enamel, Zoom! Whitening leaves patients smiling for a long time as they brush, floss and see Dr. Myles for routine exams, cleanings and touch-ups.
• Porcelain veneers These shell-like covers of fine ceramic disguise imperfections such as gaps, deep pits, dark stains, fractures and chips. Custom-made and permanently bonded to the front side of teeth, veneers add beauty and durability to select teeth.
• Gum lifts This in-office laser procedure removes excess gum tissue to reveal more tooth enamel. Painless and bloodless, this reshaping treatment requires no sutures and leaves gums beautifully sculpted.
• Six Month Smiles This innovative orthodontic system rapidly moves teeth at the front of the mouth into a straighter, more attractive smile. Six Month Smiles uses clear wires and brackets that are less obvious and do the job in record time.