Bleaching
Process of brightening or whitening stained, discolored or dull teeth with an in-office power bleaching method, or a dentist-supervised, at home whitening system.

Bonding
Process by which enamel resin is bonded to a tooth's surface, sculpted to the proper shape, hardened and polished.

Composite Resin
Tooth-colored filling material made of resin reinforced with silica or porcelain.

Cosmetic contouring
Reshaping the natural teeth to make them straighter or more youthful in appearance.

Cosmetic Dentistry
Field of dentistry dedicated to the art and science of enhancing a person's smile, overall appearance and oral health.

Crown
A cap, cover or restoration to replace the missing portion of a tooth. Also used to correct crooked bite.

Dentin
Layer of tooth structure between the enamel (outer layer) and the pulp (nerve) of tooth.

Enamel
The hard white outer layer of the tooth that covers and protects the dentin and nerve.

Gingiva
Gum Tissue

Incisor
Central or lateral front teeth with cutting edges

Inlay
Porcelain, resin or gold filling which is cemented or bonded in place to help restore a decayed or broken tooth.

Laminate Veneer
Thin porcelain resin shell bonded to enamel of teeth.

Malocclusion
A bad bite caused by incorrect position of the upper or lower teeth.

Onlay
Porcelain, resin or gold filling that protects a tooth by covering the chewing surface.

Porcelain
Ceramic, tooth colored material that fuses at high temperatures to form a hard, enamel-like substance.

Rubber dam
Thin rubber sheet applied to teeth to control moisture during dental procedures.

Veneers (porcelain or composite)
Ultra-thin, specially made laminates that are bonded to teeth. Especially useful for repairing chipped, cracked or worn teeth.

Whitening
Process of brightening or whitening stained, discolored or dull teeth with an in-office power bleaching method, or a dentist-supervised, at home whitening system.

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