Koch Aesthetic Dentistry Birmingham Alabama – Blog

If you want to straighten your teeth or correct a bite problem, you have more orthodontic options with your cosmetic dentist in Birmingham than ever before. The current menu of orthodontic treatments requires a whole new glossary. Here are some of the common orthodontia terms heard around Birmingham.

Lingual Braces and Invisible Braces
These are sometimes described as ‘braces behind the teeth’. These braces are just as effective at realigning adult teeth as the traditional ‘metal and wires’ kind but are almost completely hidden. Many Birmingham adults and teens who straighten their teeth choose this type of orthodontia.

Invisalign invisible braces work great for many Birmingham patients. Invisible braces straighten teeth using a series of aligners fitted specifically to your mouth.  To find out if this type of braces are the best type for your teeth, lifestyle and budget, schedule a consultation at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry by calling 205-202-8618. We can help you determine which type of adults braces system is right for you and your smile.

Traditional and Clear Retainers
Once a Birmingham invisible braces or traditional braces patient has completed treatment, retainers must be worn regularly to keep the beautiful straight teeth in their corrected position. There are several types of retainers available for Birmingham cosmetic dental patients. The time-tested Hawley retainer consists of a metal wire that surrounds the teeth and keeps them from shifting. The metal wire is attached to a molded acrylic form that fits snugly in the upper mouth (palate) or lower mouth.

Clear retainers are newer on the Birmingham orthodontic scene. They cover the teeth like a see-through glove and do not need metal bows or clasps. Some retainer wearers believe clear retainers are more comfortable than Hawley retainers.

You don’t need to suffer with a mouth full of metal to get the beautiful teeth you are seeking. Let us help you develop a custom treatment plan for your smile.

Koch Aesthetic Dentistry

http://www.KochAesthetics.com

205-202-8618

Perhaps you have heard or seen the dental industry’s advertising about dental implants. Most Birmingham dentists claim that implant dentistry can change your life. Does this sound like hype? Exaggeration?

Let’s look at the facts about dental implant anchored dentures:

Chewing: A dental implant can restore up to 95 percent of normal chewing function. How important is chewing? Can you chew easily with your current full or partial denture? Can you bite apples? When was the last time you ate a raw carrot?

Fit: Dental implants stay in place. An implant denture doesn’t slide around in your mouth and cause sores. Those who exercise regularly especially appreciate this benefit.

Appearance: How does your smile look? Can you smile confidently? How many denture wearers love their smile? Dental implants look like natural teeth. They don’t move when you smile, eat, talk, bike, swim, dance, golf, ski; you get the idea.

Bone health: When teeth are extracted, bone recession can occur over time (in fact, this happens in almost every case). Because a dental implant is an artificial ‘tooth root’ inserted into your jaw bone, your bone has a better chance of staying healthy. If there are no other adverse conditions present, your jaw bone should remain strong and dense, just as if the original tooth root were there.

If you hate your dentures and live in the Homewood, Hoover, or Mountain Brook areas why don’t you see your cosmetic dentist for a consultation about dental implants? We can discuss all the particulars including procedure specifics, healing time and dental implant cost. Then you can decide for yourself if dental impalnts will, as promised, change your life.

Here is our contact information:

Dr. J. Paul Koch DMD
Koch Aesthetic Dentistry
2311 Highland Avenue South, Suite 323
Birmingham, Alabama 35205

http://www.KochAesthetics.com

205-202-8618

Perfect smiles created at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry often require crown lengthening.

Crown lengthening surgery is a safe and effective cosmetic dentistry procedure that exposes more of the visible part of the tooth. Some clients undergo crown lengthening surgery at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry to alter their gummy smile.

A gummy smile refers to upper teeth that appear too short because excess bone and soft tissue covers part of the teeth. When a gummy smile is eliminated, our Birmingham patients can’t believe how it changes their whole face. They love their new smile which reveals pleasing, symmetrical portions of their upper teeth.

Sometimes, a client needs crown lengthening because of tooth fracture. When a tooth breaks at the gum line or a crown is fractured, crown lengthening makes tooth structure accessible for the necessary restoration.

Digital imaging and laser dentistry are some of the technological tools that help Birmingham and Mountain Brook advanced dental professionals perform crown lengthening and other cosmetic dentistry procedures.

If you are seeking a dental smile makeover and live in the Mountain Brook, Vestivia Hills, or Birmingham, AL area, schedule a smile consultation by calling 205-202-8618. We are conveniently located at 2311 Highland Avenue South, Suite 323 in Birmingham. When you come in, we can show you photos of Alabama cosmetic dentistry clients who are enjoying their dazzling smile that was created by the skilled smile artists at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry.

All relationships are important. Especially your relationship with your Birmingham dentist.

Did your last Birmingham dentist cause you fear, guilt and pain? Perhaps you quit seeing your dentist because you hated going and he/she loved making you wait. Was your previous Birmingham cosmetic dentist insensitive to your concerns? Was he/she a poor communicator? Perhaps you have simply moved into the Birmingham area and need a new provider.

I am Dr. J. Paul Koch of Koch Aesthetic Dentistry in Birmingham. I understand that many patients are nervous (okay – downright terrified) about dental visits. I also realize that no client wants to be given a shameful lecture about their oral health.

Though I have years of experience and extensive training on all the latest cosmetic dentistry procedures, there are some things that can’t be learned in dental school; how to build trusting relationships with your patients and create a relaxed atmosphere in your dental practice. I understand that Birmingham dental clients can feel very vulnerable as they lie in the chair with their mouth open. My staff and I maintain a friendly environment in our pleasant office. We manage our practice carefully to minimize waiting and provide ample time for each valued patient.

Effective communication is a priority. I make sure my Birmingham dentistry patients understand their restorative and cosmetic options and answer all their questions before we develop a treatment plan.

If you are currently seeking a considerate, experienced, and sensitive Birmingham dentist, I look forward to meeting you. My phone number is 205-202-8618. You can learn more about me at http://www.kochaesthetics.com/meetdrkoch.htm

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How do celebrities obtain brilliant white smiles always ready for the red carpet or a close-up? Do they avoid coffee? Not likely. Every star-watching magazine is full of pictures of famous people holding Starbucks cups. Do they avoid tobacco? Some probably do, but many actors and fashion models with dazzling white smiles are smokers.

Very few people (famous and non-famous alike) with perfect teeth were born with them. (…Sure, no one is born with teeth, but you know what I mean.) Celebrities have perfect smiles because they have undergone cosmetic dentistry.

Guess what? You can also have a smile like a supermodel or television news anchor because Dr. J. Paul Koch at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry has as much experience and training in advanced cosmetic dentistry as any Hollywood cosmetic dentist.

Dr. Koch has been providing smile makeovers for Birmingham and Hoover dental clients since 2000. Tooth whitening is the most affordable cosmetic dentistry procedure in Birmingham and Hoover. Tooth whitening quickly perks up your teeth and makes you feel like smiling all the time!

Porcelain veneers are used often in Homewood, Hoover, and Birmingham cosmetic dental offices because they correct a myriad of problems. Veneers remedy misshapen teeth, cracks and chips, and discolored teeth. Teeth that have been worn down extensively can also be repaired with veneers. Preparing a tooth for a porcelain veneer is minimally invasive. The latest veneers do not require the removal of healthy enamel. Another plus: veneers are usually less expensive than complete crowns!

Tooth whitening and veneers are just two of the many cosmetic dental procedures performed at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry. Schedule a Birmingham cosmetic dental consultation today by calling 205-202-8618. At our office, you will always receive VIP treatment, without the annoying paparazzi!

We look forward to helping you achieve a celebrity smile.

(Note that the celebrities pictured above are not affiliated with our site; they just have great smiles!)

The world of dentistry continues to advance at a rapid pace. If you have visited a Birmingham dentist in the past few years, you have probably noticed the things that make your visit more comfortable, such as the ability to watch TV or listen to music while receiving treatment. Many Mountain Brook dentistry patients welcome oral conscious sedation to reduce or eliminate pain.

What may not be as obvious are the advances in techniques, tools and materials. Top Birmingham dentists now use digital computer imaging which is safer than traditional x-rays. Dental technicians can store, retrieve and transmit digital images much easier than was possible with traditional x-ray film.

The use of lasers has also changed the face of dentistry. Laser surgery requires less anesthesia, minimizes swelling, and protects surrounding tissue. Mountain Brook family dentists use lasers for detecting and treating cavities, and dental technicians use them for the curing of restorative materials.

Another exciting development in cosmetic dentistry is the CAD-CAM technology that allows Hoover cosmetic dentists to perform restorations in a single visit. The types of procedures that can be completed in one visit include crowns, fillings, inlays, onlays and veneers.

If you need a thorough exam or want to improve your smile with cosmetic dentistry, call Koch Aesthetic Dentistry at 205-202-8618 to schedule a consultation. During your consultation, you can see before and after photos of some of our smile makeover clients. We would love to help you achieve the smile you have always wanted, and we have the tools, experience and technology to make that happen.

Dr. Paul Koch

If you have been paying attention to the Birmingham orthodontics scene in recent years, you probably know about invisible braces and speed braces. These new teeth straightening procedures have been welcomed by many people, especially Mountain Brook adults who want an alternative to traditional metal braces.

There’s more good news for Vestavia Hills and Crestline dentistry clients who want to straighten their teeth. How about ‘instant orthodontics’?

If you want immediate teeth straightening, you can smile sooner with porcelain veneers from Koch Aesthetic Dentistry!

The key to achieving a celebrity smile may be porcelain veneers for your teeth from a Birmingham cosmetic dentist. Dr. J. Paul Koch at Koch Aesthetic Dentistry can help you determine if porcelain veneer dentistry is for you. Ongoing education is essential for elite cosmetic dentists who work to continually provide the latest procedures and materials for their cosmetic and orthodontic clients. We can help.

In addition to correcting tooth alignment, porcelain veneers are used to whiten teeth and restore chipped teeth in Homewood and Hoover. Porcelain veneers are attached to the front of teeth and often require no removal of healthy tooth structure. Another advantage? They are less expensive than complete crown restorations but look just as natural. Actually, they look far better than most natural teeth!

For an instant orthodontic consultation, call Koch Aesthetic Dentistry at 205-202-8618. Porcelain veneers may be the best way for you to receive a smile makeover at a fraction of the cost.

Hello,

My name is Dr. J. Paul Koch, and I am a Doctor in the Birmingham, Alabama community.

My practice is called ‘Koch Aesthetic Dentistry’, and together we provide dentistry services including cosmetic and recontructive dentistry.

If you are looking for a Birmingham Dentist, I invite you to give Koch Aesthetic Dentistry a try. We are passionate about your smile, your comfort and your professional care. Give us a call at 205-202-8618, or visit us on our website at http://www.KochAesthetics.com

By the way: I am a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. You can learn more about American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry at their website located at http://www.AACD.com

When is the last time you had a dental checkup? Most people in the Birmingham area between the ages of 12 and 95 need a dental checkup every six months. If you live in Birmingham and are at higher risk for oral diseases, you should have your teeth checked every four months, or at least three times a year.

Come into our office, located at 2311 Highland Avenue, Suite 323 in Birmingham, or give us a call to make a dental appointment. You can visit our website at http://www.KochAesthetics.com for more information.

Most people in our Birmingham community are in a medium to low risk category. However if you use tobacco or alcohol, eat a lot of sugar in your diet (including lots of soda), or have poor oral hygiene habits, you are likely in a higher risk category and should have your teeth checked right away.

We look at a lot of factors to determine your personal dental hygiene, and your future dental outlook. We want you to have the healthiest smile possible so that you can enjoy your teeth for many years without significant problems. If you live in the Birmingham area and are ready to have your teeth checked, please give Koch Aesthetic Dentistry a call.

We are passionate about your smile and your comfort. Your professional care staff will be ready to get you started with a dental checkup.

Talk to you soon.

Malocclusions (bite problems) include overbites, underbites, and crossbites. Jaw alignment disorders restrict proper chewing, talking, and swallowing. They can also cause teeth to shift around in the mouth. Birmingham dentistry patients with bite problems are at a greater risk for tooth decay and periodontal disease because bite misalignment often makes it difficult to maintain proper oral hygiene.

When the lower jaw is smaller than the upper jaw, it is called an overbite. When the situation is reversed, it is called an underbite. Crossbite occurs when lower teeth are in the wrong position.

Bite problems can cause headaches and TMJ pain. Some dental patients with severe bite problems develop a distorted facial shape and damaged teeth.

If you suspect your toddler or older child has a bite problem, it is important to see your Mountain Brook dentist as soon as possible. Bite issues and their various related problems get worse over time.

At Koch Aesthetic Dentistry, we diagnose and successfully treat bite problems in addition to providing general and cosmetic dentistry. We can be reached at 205-202-8618. Our office is located at 2311 Highland Avenue, Suite 323 in Birmingham. You can find more about us at http://www.KochAesthetics.com.

Most of our patients live in Birmingham or nearby in Vestavia Hills, Crestline or Homewood. If you have recently moved into the Mountain Brook area and need a skilled family and cosmetic dentist, come visit our office.  We are passionate about your smile, your comfort, and your professional care team. We pamper every patient and make dental visits as comfortable as possible.