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Love Your Smile In Birmingham

Friday, September 30th, 2011

Love Your Smile in Birmingham There is nothing like bright white teeth that light up a person’s whole face when they smile and laugh. No one has to settle for dull, yellow teeth.

This is a great time for Birmingham men, women and teens to have tooth whitening done at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry in Birmingham. With teeth bleaching, your teeth will feel as good as they look.  We offer professional in-office Zoom whitening.

If you have an important upcoming event such as a Birmingham wedding, party or formal family portrait sitting, a smile makeover will give you extra confidence as you pose for photos (even close-ups).

Birmingham teeth whitening can whiten teeth beyond their natural shade. At our Birmingham cosmetic dentistry practice, we don’t use a conventional shade chart for our whitening clients anymore. You have probably seen the porcelain tabs in graduated shades that tooth whitening dentists use to determine appropriate, yet natural looking, shades for tooth restorations. We now use a shade guide with levels significantly whiter than the guides we have used in the past. Tooth whitening is not a gimmick; it is safe and incredibly effective. Birmingham tooth whitening clients can maintain a white shade that equals the brightness of the ‘tooth’ models you see in dental marketing.

Birmingham tooth whitening following twice-yearly cleanings is the most affordable cosmetic dentistry procedure. Tooth whitening in Birmingham is comparable to the cost of a professional hair weaving and cut, but when you consider the transformation; there is no comparison! Flash your gorgeous, sparkling smile, and no one will even notice your hair. Visit our dental spa today!

Dr. J. Paul Koch
Koch Aesthetic Dentistry
2311 Highland Ave S, Ste 323
Birmingham Alabama
205-202-8618
http://www.kochaesthetics.com/meetdrkoch.htm

Cosmetic Dental Solutions in Birmingham

Friday, September 23rd, 2011

Birmingham cosmetic dentists use dental crowns to solve a number of dental dilemmas. A Cosmetic Dental Solutions in Birminghamdental crown is a strong, natural-looking permanent tooth restoration that covers the top of the damaged tooth.

Birmingham cosmetic dental offices recommend crowns to remedy the following problems:

  • A broken tooth with decay
  • An ill-fitting existing crown
  • A decayed tooth that has lost significant tooth structure
  • A tooth that has had a root canal
  • A tooth that is too small or misshapen
  • A tooth that causes a bite problem

Before your Birmingham dentist can attach the crown to your tooth, we must prepare the tooth. Birmingham cosmetic dentists often apply a local anesthetic so you won’t feel pain during the prepping. Your dentist will remove decay, if any, and shape the tooth to receive the crown. Then a mold is taken of the prepped tooth and surrounding teeth.

temporary crown is then placed on the tooth to protect it until you return to your Birmingham dentistry office to receive the permanent restoration. The patient needs to be careful while wearing the temporary crown. Vigorous brushing or flossing can displace the crown or damage the exposed soft tissue. The Birmingham dental crown patient should also refrain from eating extremely hard foods like nuts or sticky candy.

The mold of your teeth is sent to a Birmingham dental lab where your crown is built. Dental crowns are fabricated in three varieties: tooth colored crowns made of resin or porcelain, porcelain-fused-to-metal, and solid metal crowns. Each type has its pros and cons. Your Birmingham cosmetic dentist at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry will choose the best crown material for your particular tooth.

What if you need a permanent dental restoration for both the top and root of your tooth? A dental implant is your answer.

For more information about complete dental restorations and other cosmetic dental solutions, call Koch Aesthetic Dentistry at 205-202-8618 today!

Embarrassed By Your Teeth in Birmingham?

Friday, September 16th, 2011

What is a beautiful smile worth? Birmingham men and women who have received a smile makeover at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry say it was worth every penny.

Your smile is a part of you that you share with your family, friends, and Birmingham colleagues every day. An attractive smile creates confidence. If you are embarrassed by your smile, you waste mental and physical energy trying to hide it.

How would your life improve if you felt comfortable in every social and professional situation? If you have been trying to hide your smile for years, what incorrect assumptions have others made about you? Do you come across as self-conscious or distant because you hardly laugh at jokes and barely crack a smile when you meet someone for the first time?

Investing in a Birmingham cosmetic dentistry smile redesign is the best way to feel younger, more attractive, and able to share your true self. When you quit trying to hide your teeth, you are free to put all your energy into your work, play–everything!

At Koch Aesthetic Dentistry, Dr. Paul Koch carefully contours perfect smiles for our Birmingham smile design patients.

We also make sure our Birmingham smile makeover clients are completely relaxed during treatment. If you are afraid of dentists, or have had negative experiences in the past, rest assured that we understand how you feel and our caring dental team will do our best to alleviate your concerns. We also offer sedation dentistry as a way to reduce stress and anxiety during your visit.

Come in for a Birmingham aesthetic dental consultation. Learn about dental implants, porcelain crowns, invisible braces, veneers and sedation dentistry. We are located at 2311 Highland Avenue South, Suite 323, Birmingham, AL 35205.

Life is better when you love your smile. Call Koch Aesthetic Dentistry in Birmingham today at 205-202-8618!

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Does My Birmingham Cosmetic Dentist Care About My Diet?

Friday, September 9th, 2011

Vestavia Hills Preventive Dentistry When people in the Birmingham area think of diet and oral health, they probably think about the damage sweet drinks can cause to teeth. While it’s true that these sugars cause increased acidity in the mouth and lead to tooth decay, soda and sugary-fruit drinks are only part of the issue.

The typical American diet tends to be high in calories and low in nutrition, even here in Birmingham.

If your body is lacking in certain nutrients, the tissues in the mouth may have trouble resisting infection. These infections can lead to gum disease.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has recently unveiled the MyPlate graphic to illustrate a healthy diet. Half of our meals should be composed of fruits and vegetables and the rest should be equally divided between lean protein, whole grains, and low-fat dairy.

While this is an excellent resource, dietary needs change throughout life, so it’s a good idea to call Koch Aesthetic Dentistry at 205-202-8618 and schedule a check-up with Dr. J. Paul Koch to see if your diet is affecting your teeth.

When you eat a balanced diet and feel your best, you’ll want to look your best, so be sure to ask our passionate about your smile, your comfort and your professional care staff about the latest cosmetic dentistry procedures such as complete smile makeovers and same day restorations.

At Koch Aesthetic Dentistry, our menu of services includes porcelain crowns, veneers, inlays, onlays, dental implants, tooth colored fillings, sealants, teeth whitening, and clear braces. Schedule an appointment with our dental spa today!

Dr. J. Paul Koch
Koch Aesthetic Dentistry
2311 Highland Ave S, Ste 323
Birmingham Alabama
205-202-8618
http://www.kochaesthetics.com/meetdrkoch.htm