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Tooth Restoration in Birmingham

Tuesday, August 25th, 2009

Tooth Restoration in Birmingham At Koch Aesthetic Dentistry in Birmingham, we use a variety of techniques to restore damaged teeth. Most dental clients are familiar with fillings. Traditional fillings are also called ‘direct restorations‘ because they are applied to the tooth, shaped and polished in one visit.

Another type of filling is called an ‘indirect restorations‘ and is fabricated in a Alabama dental lab. There are two types: inlays and onlays.

When a tooth needs more extensive dental restoration, a crown is often used. At Koch Aesthetic Dentistry in Birmingham, we create strong, natural-looking crowns from a variety of materials.

What if the tooth is damaged beyond repair? There are a number of functional replacements for missing teeth. Dentures are not the only option.

Call 205-202-8618 to learn about the restoration options available. We have been improving smiles for Birmingham area patients since 2000.

Whether the damage is caused by decay, injury, bite problems, or natural wear; Dr. J. Paul Koch DMD will choose the best dental treatment plan for your tooth restoration needs. Koch Aesthetic Dentistry is conveniently located at 2311 Highland Avenue, Suite 323, Birmingham, AL in Birmingham. We provide quality dental care.

Affordable Birmingham Cosmetic Dentistry

Friday, August 21st, 2009

Affordable Birmingham Cosmetic Dentistry Will your Alabama dental insurance cover Birmingham cosmetic dental procedures? Many dentistry clients assume their dental insurance won’t cover any cosmetic dental procedures. This is probably true for tooth bleaching or first time dental bonding. However, many Alabama dental insurance plans and dental supplemental plans cover orthodontia and any treatment needed to repair damage from an injury. Medical insurance and worker’s compensation plans may also cover injury treatment.

Some Alabama dental insurance plans cover replacement porcelain veneers in certain circumstances. Check with your carrier for benefit specifics if you need replacement veneers due to deterioration. We can then discuss dental treatment options such as replacement veneers or porcelain crowns. When the work is completed, we may be able to help you submit your dental claim form if your plan requires one.

If you are in need of any kind of dental treatment; from a cleaning to major restorative work, come in to Koch Aesthetic Dentistry on 2311 Highland Avenue, Suite 323, in Birmingham, AL. You can meet our professional care team, undergo a thorough evaluation and discuss financing options. Even if you do not have Alabama dental insurance, let’s talk. Top quality Birmingham dental treatment is a wise investment and may be more affordable than you think.

Doctor Dr. J. Paul Koch of Koch Aesthetic Dentistry has been proudly serving Birmingham residents since 2000. Koch Aesthetic Dentistry is a network dental provider for many Alabama dental insurance plans.

Your Smile Doesn’t Have to Show Your Age in Birmingham

Thursday, August 13th, 2009

Your Smile Doesn’t Have to Show Your Age in Birmingham As we grow older, we may welcome many changes. However, most Birmingham retirees do not welcome wrinkles, gray hair and dental problems.

Fortunately, your smile can be attractive and healthy throughout your golden years!

Even if your teeth are showing visible signs of wear such as enamel loss, staining, and chips, it is not too late to restore your youthful smile. And, though tooth loss is fairly common for Birmingham residents over sixty, in most cases it is preventable.

At Koch Aesthetic Dentistry, we treat patients of all ages. We specialize in cosmetic and reconstructive dentistry and dental implants.

If you live in Mountain Brook, Vestavia Hills, Crestline, Homewood, or Hoover , call 205-202-8618 to schedule a dental consultation. If you haven’t seen a dentist in a while, you will be interested to learn about the latest cosmetic dentistry techniques. Many procedures can be completed in one visit to our Birmingham dental office.

Give us a call at 205-202-8618 or find us on the Web at: http://www.KochAesthetics.com

What a Beautiful Alabama Smile Says About You

Wednesday, July 29th, 2009

What a Beautiful Alabama Smile Says About You It’s not just about looks. According to a recent study by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), a healthy and attractive smile makes you appear more intelligent, successful, friendly and interesting. (See http://www.aacd.com for complete survey results.)

Our smile makeover patients who have undergone restorative and cosmetic dentistry at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry in Birmingham have experienced this phenomenon firsthand. They have expressed that they not only feel great about their looks, they are more confident in professional and social situations. Another benefit: they also feel more appealing to the opposite gender.

I’m Dr. J. Paul Koch of Koch Aesthetic Dentistry in Birmingham. I get great satisfaction in using my years of specialized experience to provide premium cosmetic dentistry for my patients. I am passionate about developing a custom treatment plan for each Birmingham dental client. Some of my patients had lived with misaligned or crooked teeth for years. Others had been self-conscious about missing or stained teeth.

There has never been a better time to upgrade your smile. There are solutions for every kind of dental problem. If you are not familiar with the latest teeth whitening, crown restoration and tooth replacement procedures, it is time to find out. Call 205-202-8618 to schedule a consultation. Come in to our office on 2311 Highland Avenue, Suite 323, Birmingham, AL and see photos of our happy dental makeover clients who are enjoying their beautiful smiles every day!

Koch Aesthetic Dentistry
2311 Highland Avenue, Suite 323, in Birmingham, Alabama 35205.

Give us a call at 205-202-8618 or find us on the Web at: http://www.KochAesthetics.com

Birmingham Teeth Whitening and Veneers

Tuesday, July 21st, 2009

Birmingham Teeth Whitening and Veneers Teeth whitening is a popular cosmetic dentistry procedure in Birmingham and throughout Alabama.

Numerous ads for whitening products in our local Birmingham media contain terms such as ‘white brite’, ’22 carbamide peroxide’ and ‘peroxide teeth’. They look tempting, but how do you separate tooth bleaching fact from fiction?

First, and especially for our local Birmingham Alabama patients, we recommend talking to Dr. J. Paul Koch DMD at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry. Just because teeth whitening products are readily available, it doesn’t mean they are all safe or appropriate for every person. Getting a professional opinion is a good first step.

Don’t be fooled by smile whitening hype and risk damage, especially if you need tetracycline teeth whitening. If you have existing cosmetic dental work such as crowns, bonding, partial dentures or bridge work, it is especially important to talk to a dental professional about worry free dentistry teeth whitening.

Teeth whitening kits are not the only way to quickly improve your smile. Many of your neighbors have benefited from porcelain veneers. There are several brands of veneers such as Lumineers by Cerinate, da Vinci and Mac. We can help you decide on which is best for you.

Veneers are sometimes called ‘instant orthodontics’ because they can correct tooth misalignment and gaps as well as provide instant teeth whitening.

Porcelain veneers can also fix chipped teeth and cover stains. The vast majority of Birmingham veneer recipients are extremely pleased with the results.

Providing comprehensive dental care for Mountain Brook and Birmingham families since 2000.

Don’t Settle for an Unattractive Smile in Birmingham

Wednesday, July 8th, 2009

Don’t Settle For An Unattractive Smile In Birmingham! No one in Birmingham likes to settle for less than the best, especially with something as important as your smile. Dr. J. Paul Koch DMD at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry in Birmingham has the solutions for your smile problems.

You don’t have to live with crooked or chipped teeth. Porcelain veneers are an affordable and non-invasive way to correct misshapen or damaged teeth that are otherwise structurally sound. If you have a tooth that is beyond repair, don’t despair. A dental implant may be the answer. Call 205-202-8618 for a tooth implant consultation in our local Birmingham office.

You don’t have to watch your teeth become duller and more discolored every year, either. Whether you are young, older or somewhere in the middle, teeth whitening works wonders to perk up your smile.

The latest restorative and cosmetic dental procedures are performed right here at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry in Birmingham.

I have been practicing dentistry since 2000. I have noticed that my patients who receive dental makeovers have only one regret; they wish they would have done it sooner! My clients with dazzling new smiles are surprised by how much confidence they gain. Because they love their smile, they smile more often.

Come in and see us at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry.

Are You Ready to Smile Again, Birmingham?

Tuesday, June 16th, 2009

Are You Ready to Smile Again, Birmingham? Most Birmingham residents have plenty of things to smile about.

However, there are some folks who avoid smiling at all costs. Are you one of those people who cover their mouth when they laugh? Do you keep your mouth closed when someone takes a picture of you? Have you been hiding unsightly teeth for years?

It’s time to take care of those tooth problems and get a new lease on life.

Dr. J. Paul Koch DMD at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry in Birmingham can make it happen!

If you are missing one or more teeth, talk to us about dental implants. A dental implant is a permanent tooth replacement that includes both root and crown. Because it is anchored into the jawbone, it looks and feels like a natural tooth.

Are your teeth yellow or gray? Have your teeth whitened at our dental practice and experience an instant transformation.

Many of your friends and neighbors have benefited from porcelain veneers. They correct several types of imperfections and can be applied in just one visit to our Birmingham dental office.

Dr. J. Paul Koch DMD
Koch Aesthetic Dentistry
http://www.KochAesthetics.com

Birmingham Cosmetic Dental Artistry

Sunday, June 7th, 2009

Birmingham Cosmetic Dental Artistry Birmingham cosmetic dentistry is part science and part art.

I’m Dr. J. Paul Koch of Koch Aesthetic Dentistry and enjoy using my extensive dental training and specialized artistic skills to design treatment plans unique to each of my Birmingham cosmetic dental clients.

In order to achieve an attractive, yet natural looking result, I do much more than recommend specific procedures. I consider the shape, alignment, color and condition of the teeth. In order to create a balanced look, the facial shape and coloring is taken into account. The dentistry client’s age, health condition and lifestyle all influence the plan.

At Koch Aesthetic Dentistry, there is no one size fits all treatment plan.

My artistic abilities have been perfected over several years of creating smile transformations for my cosmetic dentistry clients. I am constantly receiving the latest training in new techniques and materials.

Even fairly recent cosmetic dental procedures such as teeth whitening and porcelain veneers have advanced considerably. Dental implants are a truly remarkable solution for our Alabama dental clients who have lost one or more teeth.

I would love to design a personalized smile makeover for you. When the work has been completed and you are enjoying your new look, it will only be obvious to those who see you all the time. Others will assume you have always been blessed with a naturally beautiful and healthy smile.

What Is On Your Dental Wish List?

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

What Is On Your Dental Wish List? A cosmetic dental consultation is informative and enjoyable. As the patient, you’ll have the opportunity to describe your goals and expectations. If this is your first visit to the practice, you’ll discover how comfortable you feel with our dentist and other members of the treatment team. Cosmetic dentistry consultations help us provide the highest level of Birmingham area dental care.

This is the time to ask questions about possible procedures such as teeth whitening. You can look at pictures of actual porcelain veneer patients and dental implant recipients. Our cosmetic dentistry patients really get excited when they see images of the possible results for their teeth.

By listening effectively and asking the right questions, Dr. J. Paul Koch can fully assess the many variables unique to your needs.

Dr. J. Paul Koch thoroughly examines teeth, gums and biting function. Complete x-rays are taken. Existing dental work, tooth color, tooth alignment, and gum condition are taken into consideration. Medical history and lifestyle are also important factors. Birmingham cosmetic dentistry costs are outlined.

Taking the first step by scheduling a cosmetic dental consultation is your key to understanding your options and preparing to make decisions. Learn about the possibilities for your smile at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry; give us a call at 205-202-8618.

Restoring Smiles at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry in Birmingham

Friday, May 22nd, 2009

Restoring Smiles at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry in Birmingham A great smile is essential for putting your best face forward. At Koch Aesthetic Dentistry, we not only restore teeth to their original condition; we make many Birmingham smiles better than they ever were before!

Some patients have only a few problems they wish to correct. Perhaps one or two teeth are misshapen and seem out of alignment. If the problem teeth are only superficially crooked—meaning they do not need to be moved into place with orthodontia—porcelain veneers are the answer. Veneers are wafer-thin porcelain shells that are attached to the front of one of more teeth. They are extremely versatile and can correct shape, color, or both.

Another plus: porcelain veneers are essentially non-invasive and do not affect healthy tooth structure.

Some of our Alabama dental patients were happy with their smile in years past but now want to bring up the whiteness a notch or two. Teeth whitening is a popular procedure for our cosmetic dentistry clients. We provide a variety of teeth whitening options for every type of smile. If you are ready to brighten your smile, come on in; we’ll help you find the best tooth whitening system for your smile.

  • Dr. J. Paul Koch, DMD
  • Koch Aesthetic Dentistry
  • 2311 Highland Avenue, Suite 323, Birmingham, AL
  • Birmingham, Alabama 35205
  • 205-202-8618
  • http://www.KochAesthetics.com

Put your best face forward with a brand new smile!