{"id":196,"date":"2019-05-05T20:48:11","date_gmt":"2019-05-05T20:48:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.imagine-smiles.com\/blog\/?p=196"},"modified":"2019-06-05T20:48:28","modified_gmt":"2019-06-05T20:48:28","slug":"dentist-in-blaine-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.imagine-smiles.com\/blog\/2019\/05\/dentist-in-blaine-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Get Your Summer Smile Ready with Your Dentist in Blaine"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-197\" src=\"https:\/\/www.imagine-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_164255553__1559766745_62103-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Woman Smiling in Summer\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.imagine-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_164255553__1559766745_62103-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.imagine-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_164255553__1559766745_62103-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.imagine-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_164255553__1559766745_62103.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Are you a university student looking forward to graduation? Do you have a friend who\u2019s getting married soon? Are you expecting your spouse to take a lot of photos during your big vacation? Summer is the time for all sorts of events where you\u2019ll want to look your best, and a key element for that is a great smile. If you\u2019re feeling self-conscious about the appearance of your teeth, don\u2019t worry; your dentist in Blaine has <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imagine-smiles.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">a few different options<\/a> to help give you the confidence to grin for the camera.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Teeth Whitening<\/h2>\n<p>One of the most popular cosmetic improvements patients ask their dentists for is whiter teeth. During a professional whitening, a special bleaching gel is applied, then hardened by a special light. The gel penetrates the teeth to break up molecules causing stains or discoloration, resulting in a brighter smile.<\/p>\n<p>A professional whitening can usually be done in a single visit. For patients who aren\u2019t worried about immediate results, take-home whitening kits with custom-fitted bleaching trays are also often offered at practices.<\/p>\n<h2>Cosmetic Bonding<\/h2>\n<p>If there are just a few small imperfections in your teeth that you\u2019d like to tweak, cosmetic bonding can be a good option. A composite resin is applied to the tooth before being hardened and polished. It\u2019s usually used to repair chipped teeth, but it can have other cosmetic uses as well. It\u2019s a relatively simple procedure that lasts about an hour.<\/p>\n<h2>Porcelain Veneers<\/h2>\n<p>A veneer is a porcelain cover custom-fitted and permanently attached to the tooth. It can be used to hide damage, discoloration, or irregular shape of the teeth. Porcelain veneers are often compared to cosmetic bonding; the major difference is that bonding is usually used for minor changes while porcelain veneers can be used for more extensive adjustments. They\u2019re also very durable, sometimes being able to last around 15 years if well-cared for, and are highly stain resistant.<\/p>\n<h2>Invisalign<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019ve been thinking of straightening your teeth but don\u2019t want to be seen wearing metal braces in your summer photos, Invisalign is a solution that works for many teens and adults. It uses a series of clear plastic trays to shift your teeth into place over time. Not only are the trays removable so as to not restrict your eating options, but most people won\u2019t even notice you\u2019re wearing them, making it easier to smile.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019d like to make improvements to your teeth, speak with your dentist; they can list your options for the corrections you want and can help you set realistic expectations. Ask any questions that you have, and make sure you understand the procedure and what you\u2019ll need to do afterwards. Take that first step towards a great summer smile!<\/p>\n<h3>About the Author<\/h3>\n<p>Dr. Douglas Green undergoes an average of over 75 hours of continuing dental education each year \u2013 five times more than what\u2019s required of dentists in Minnesota! At his practice, Imagine Smiles, he offers many different kinds of cosmetic dentistry including professional whitening and Invisalign. To set up an appointment, visit his website or call (763) 269-8650.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you a university student looking forward to graduation? Do you have a friend who\u2019s getting married soon? Are you expecting your spouse to take a lot of photos during your big vacation? 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