Bring the best out of your smile! Veneers are designed to be ultra-thin—about as thin as a contact lens—so they can be applied seamlessly over your teeth. Modern Thin Veneers have an innovative design that not only makes application far less invasive than traditional veneers, but it also makes for a speedy treatment process. Most cases can be taken care of in as little as two visits. That’s right, only two visits!
FOR THE AVERAGE PERSON, you only see your dentist twice a year. While you may think going to the dentist simply requires you to show up and open wide, it’s important to take advantage of each and every dental visit! We want to answer your questions and address your concerns. Here are some easy tips that will help you maximize your time with the dentist and make the most out of your biannual visits.
Some things are worth making a drive for — like seeing your favorite band, finding the best shopping, and of course receiving quality medical services. Nashua residents should know they can find superior dental care just a few minutes down the road in Merrimack — at Dental Designs of New England. From quality general and restorative care to cosmetic treatments and services for relieving your anxiety, Dr. Jini Shetty is the dentist Nashua can trust! And right now, we’re accepting new patients just like you.
Congratulations! Today is the beginning of the next chapter of your life, because you’ve just found out that you are pregnant. To say you’re overwhelmed with emotion would be a gross understatement. Everything is going to be different now, and you have 9 months to prepare for the most important person ever to come into your life. Your body is going to go through a lot of changes, and this includes your teeth. Should you take care of them any differently now that you’re pregnant? Dr. Jini Shetty, your dentist in Merrimack, is going to answer all of your pregnancy and oral health questions. (more…)
It’s that time of year again when many of have to think about health insurance (and dental) plans for 2017. I have many patients and new patients ask us what plans we think are best. As I look at the dizzying array of options, I have to tell you, none of them qualify as ‘insurance’ as we know it. And dental is in no way representative of what Medical Insurance has become.
Let’s be honest, no one likes to be told that they need a root canal. Due to common horror stories from the past about pain and discomfort, many people tend to put off the procedure. However, you really have no reason to fear root canal therapy in Merrimack. Advancements in dentistry now make root canals no worse than your typical dental filling. At Dental Designs of New England, we understand your hesitation to undergo a root canal. As your dentist, we encourage you to have the procedure performed to promote your oral health while preventing complications from an untreated tooth.
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Want to improve the alignment of your teeth but can’t bear the thought of wearing metal brackets and wires for two or more years? You are not alone. Invisalign, the clear braces treatment for teens and adults, just reached 4 million smiles treated worldwide. It’s an FDA-approved orthodontic system offered by Dr. Shetty at Dental Designs of New England. How does Invisalign work? And how do clear braces compare to traditional ones? And is Invisalign in Merrimack right for you? Let’s take a closer look at the clear braces alternative that’s improving people’s smile confidence all over the world.
Are you suffering from tooth sensitivity? You are not alone. In fact, the Journal of American Dentistry estimates roughly one out of every eight people live with sensitive teeth. Often, tooth sensitivity can be an indication of a larger underlying problem, such as the need for root canal therapy in Merrimack. However, in some cases, tooth sensitivity is often the result of weakened enamel. As a result, when the teeth are exposed to temperature changes, sweets, or other factors, discomfort occurs. It can seem like there is no end in sight to the discomfort. However, as your dentist in Merrimack, we have ways to help you treat the sensitivity for enhanced comfort.
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ARE YOU EMBARRASSED OR SELF-CONSCIOUS about your smile? If so, you’re not alone. Perhaps you’re one of millions of adults who would love having straighter teeth, but you feel like you’ve missed the chance.
A Different Way of Viewing Orthodontic Treatment
Many people feel trapped because they don’t want to wear metal braces as adults. Or, they’re concerned that correcting the problem will be invasive or cost prohibitive.
Now, there’s an effective, affordable, safe solution for cosmetic braces that will fit your lifestyle.
Six Month Smiles® is a short term orthodontic treatment that’s a modern twist on traditional orthodontics. This system has taken the best aspects of traditional braces and modified the materials and treatment to give adults an alternative cosmetic solution.
Here’s Why Six Month Smiles Is So Innovative…
• Typical treatment time is just six months!
• Clear brackets and tooth-colored wires are hardly visible!
• Our patient tray kits ensure fast and comfortable appointments.
• The Six Month Smiles system is usually less expensive than veneers or traditional braces.
Two Frequently Asked Questions & Answers
Question: “So how are teeth actually straightened in just six months?”
Answer: This system employs the latest clear adult braces technology to move teeth safely and quickly. Also, its focus is primarily on those teeth that show when you smile, which shortens the treatment time.
Question: “Will I still have a mouth full of metal braces?”
Answer: Nada. Six Month Smiles uses clear braces that are barely visible.
Want to check out some results? Check out our Six Month Smiles Gallery here.
Visit With Us to Determine If the Six Month Smiles System Is Right for You
As your lifelong oral healthcare partner, it’s important that we make the best decisions together about all treatments. We want to be sure you have ALL of your questions answered, and that we determine together that you’re a great candidate before you consider this treatment. So call us to make an appointment and we’ll discuss Six Month Smiles in more detail.
Now through the end of September, start a Six Month Smiles treatment and receive $500 off. As always, all orthodontic patients also receive free Whitening!
Thanks, as always, for placing your trust in our practice. We appreciate you!
I talked to you in the last post about your options in adult orthodontics. Now I want to cover the option that doesn’t involve braces at all — porcelain veneers in Merrimack. If you’re dealing with slight gaps or other minor orthodontic issues in your front teeth, you really don’t need to undergo a full orthodontic treatment, anyway. Porcelain veneers can improve these issues while also enhancing the size, shape, and color of your teeth all at once! But how can that be, you ask? Let’s take a closer look at this fantastic cosmetic option.
