Stand in the checkout aisle at the grocery and you can’t help but want whiter teeth. Today we are inundated with celebrities, ads and tv shows that star glistening white teeth. In fact, teeth whitening is the fastest growing and most performed cosmetic dentistry procedure today.

But do you choose over-the-counter products or in-office whitening? Over-the-counter whitening products take longer, don’t last as long and may not get your teeth as white as you want. Also, if you have had any type of dental work, your teeth may not all respond to over-the-counter whiteners the same.

In-Office or Professional Teeth Whitening

In-office whitening treatments performed by Oyster Point Dentistry means you will have custom trays made for your teeth for at-home bleaching.

Professional Trays are custom-made to fit your teeth and penetrate deeper to whiten both the front and back of your teeth. This way the teeth whitening last longer because your teeth are translucent. The results also last longer than those from over-the-counter whitening strips.  With in-office whitening you can expect your teeth to be 4-8 shades lighter in a week or two while still looking natural.  These results will last from six months to two years depending on your lifestyle.

For more information, contact Oyster Point Dentistry.

You may not have been born with a perfect smile, but don’t let genetics stop you. Today, there is more focus on our teeth and smiles than every before. In fact, cosmetic dentistry is the fastest growing “cosmetic” procedure.
 
How do you get the perfect smile you are after? Dental veneers. Veneers are thin porcelain shells that are permanently glued to the front of your teeth to enhance your teeth and give you that perfect smile.

Veneers have revolutionized cosmetic dentistry. As far as cosmetic procedure for your teeth, veneers are the moves conservative treatment out there.

You are a candidate for veneers if you want the appearance of straighter teeth, gaps in teeth, small chips, slightly discolored, improve your teeth shape and size, and improve your smile.

Are you interested in improving your smile? Contact Oyster Point Dentistry to see if porcelain veneers are right for you.

Because people are living longer and more stressful lives, they are exposing their teeth to many more years of crack inducing habits like clenching, grinding, and chewing on hard objects. These habits make our teeth more susceptible to cracks.

Cracked teeth show a variety of symptoms, including pain when chewing or with temperature extremes.

The tooth hurts because when you chew or move your jaw, the pieces of the tooth move. Irritation is caused by chewing. Eventually the pulp becomes damaged enough that it can no longer repair itself.

For cracks that run underneath the gum and cannot be restored, you may need a dental implant—a tooth that’s surgically anchored into the jaw. Dental implants do wonders in restoring a patient’s confidence and in easing pain while eating. The implant and its results should last a lifetime.

If a tooth is missing or broken to a point that the root is damaged, a titanium artificial root can be implanted in the jaw. After the dental implant bonds with your bone, a crown can be placed over the implant.

For more information on relieving your cracked tooth pain with implants, contact Oyster Point Dentistry.

As an adult, you need to feel confident that you look your best. If you need a confident smile with straighter teeth, Invisalign is the solution for adults. While you seek a youthful look, you don’t want to achieve that “youthful” look through metal braces.

Adults and parents need a more subtle approach to straightening crooked teeth. Invisalign aligners provide this.  They are virtually invisible when you're wearing them, and removable when you need them to be. This is why Invisalign is perfect for you. Invisalign has the flexibility and convenience to fit just about every aspect of your life.

Often adults feel that teeth-straightening is too much trouble, too embarrassing or too disruptive. Making the decision to get Invisalign treatment will give you straightened teeth and a beautiful smile without the self-consciousness of metal braces.
 
Straight teeth and a proper bite is not just for cosmetics.  Straight teeth can be good for the  overall health of your teeth and gums. A perfect smile goes far beyond good looks.

For more information on Invisalign for adults, contact Oyster Point Dentistry.

Preventive dental care is everything you should do to take care of your teeth and gums: brushing, flossing, eating a healthy diet, and seeing your dentist regularly for cleaning and checkups.

When it comes to a healthy body and healthy teeth and gums, preventive dental care is important. Healthy teeth directly relate to your physical health and well being.

Brushing and flossing your teeth regularly helps remove plaque from on and between your teeth. A healthy, low sugar diet helps keep your body, including your teeth in shape.

Regular dental exams and dental cleanings can help prevent tooth problems. Through regular checkups, you can detect and prevent larger tooth issues faster and for less.

You should see your dentist once or twice a year. The amount of yearly visits necessary depends on your dental health, your dental history, and your risk of dental disease. At Oyster Point Dentistry, we will help you determine the frequency of dental visits that's right for you.

A dental implant is used in cosmetic dentistry. It is usually made of titanium, to support restorations that resemble a tooth or group of teeth to replace missing teeth.

All dental implants are similar to an actual tooth root in that they are placed within the bone. The dental implants will then fuse with bone creating a natural looking and a natural feeling tooth. With dental implants, the person who has lost teeth regains the ability to eat whatever they want and they can smile with confidence knowing that  their teeth appear natural.

Dental implants are designed to provide a foundation for replacement teeth that look, feel, and function like natural teeth. They can be used to support a number of dental prostheses, including crowns,  bridges or dentures.

Dental implants change the way people who have lost teeth live.  They help renew self-confidence and the ability to confidently eat, speak, laugh with a full open smile. Contact Oyster Point Dentistry.

No one has to see your fillings anymore, not even you! “Invisible fillings" are the latest in cosmetic dentistry technique.

Bonded composite restorations have become the filling material of choice for small to moderate size fillings.  The filling “bonds” with your teeth, and because it comes in a variety of tooth-colored shades, it closely matches the appearance of your natural teeth.

This newer material used in these "invisible fillings" seal the gap between the dental restoration and your tooth better than the silver fillings. Therefore, invisible fillings are stronger, and they are also less likely to decay or break down.

“Invisible fillings" provide a superbly aesthetic effect, they mask dental fillings, and they are as beautiful as they are sturdy.

Oyster Point Dentistry’s physicians can blend any and all fillings into an absolute natural look and feel to match any teeth. Contact us.

First impressions are important, and a straight smile plays a big role in the impression that you make. Often the first feature people notice is another person’s teeth. For many ,the smile is what they remember most after meeting someone new.

In a survey, 1,047 Americans were asked to give their opinions about images of people with both crooked and straight teeth. Here are some of the results:

People with straight teeth were perceived to be more successful, have a better social life and a better personality. In fact, the study revealed that 45% of the people surveyed thought those with straight teeth were more likely to get a job they were competing for. Plus, they were perceived to likely be more wealthy, intelligent and healthy. Additionally, 73% of people were more likely trust someone with straight teeth. (Kelton Research)

Teeth can be straightened in a number of ways, from traditional metal braces to plastic, clear aligners (like Invisalign). Veneers can also address mildly crooked teeth.

Additionally,  porcelain veneers can mask undesirable defects, such stained teeth, and they are ideal for masking discolored fillings in the front teeth.  Porcelain veneers can also be considered by patients with gaps between their front teeth or teeth that are chipped or worn.

For help creating your new smile, contact Oyster Point Dentistry.

Look around the media and all you will see are bright, white smiles staring back at you. We have become a nation obsessed with white teeth. But as you know, real life is different. Years of consuming coffee, tea, soda, juices and just natural aging have gradually caused your white teeth to discolor.  

Oyster Point Dentistry focuses on improving the appearance of your teeth and teeth whitening has proven to be very effective in reinventing our patients smiles. Through our teeth whitening procedure we fabricate custom tooth whitening trays and provide professional strength gel to brighten your smile.
 
We all need a self confident smile that brings with it a lasting first impression. Increasing your confidence and creating a radiant smile can be done through teeth whitening at Oyster Point Dentistry, contact us so we can help you decide if teeth whitening is right for you.

There is a dental treatment to common snoring and mild-to-moderate sleep apnea. For those of you using CPAP, that unattractive tight mask and bulky, loud machine, there is an alternative.
 
For mild-to-moderate sleep apnea patients fed up with their CPAP, there is a solution. Dentally treat snoring and cure sleep apnea. Oral appliances are placed in the mouth when sleeping and are worn much like an orthodontic appliance or sports mouth protector.

Rather than CPAP, moderate sleep apnea can be treated using a much more comfortable alternative.  

At Oyster Point Dentistry, our sleep apnea oral appliance is a clinically proven treatment for mild to moderate sleep apnea. This appliance treats cases of sleep apnea by preventing the collapse of the tongue and soft tissues in the back of the throat so that the airway stays open during sleep. This customized night guard actually opens up your airway during sleep allowing more oxygen to enter your body and preventing or minimizing symptoms of sleep apnea.
 
For those who are self-conscious or whose snoring disrupts a loved one....we have a solution for you, contact us.

Your smile is very important. It plays a role in your self confidence and it makes your first impression, presenting your face to the world. When your teeth are stained, uneven or chipped your smile suffers.

In some cases, teeth whitening is the solution for stained or discolored teeth. But teeth whitening is not the solution for many. In many cases the best option is porcelain veneers.

Veneers are thin pieces of porcelain that are cemented over the front of your teeth to change their color or shape. Veneers are used on teeth with uneven surfaces or for teeth that are chipped, discolored, oddly shaped, unevenly spaced or crooked.
 
Veneers have a longer life expectancy and color stability than bonding, and highly resist permanent staining from coffee, tea, or even cigarette smoking.

If teeth whitening is not an option for you, or to repair chipped, uneven or gapped teeth, contact Oyster Point Dentistry in Newport News, VA.

If your teen needs braces, Invisalign might be the perfect solution. Invisalign is a comfortable, affordable and effective alternative to braces. Best of all, Invisalign is invisible, so your teen doesn’t have to worry about ugly braces. Using clear aligners, Invisalign is removable so your teen can take care of their teeth the way they have learned.

While Invisalign is not right for everyone, Oyster Point Dentistry can help determine if they are right for your teen. Invisalign can help with crowded teeth, spaced or crowded teeth and misaligned teeth. Similar to braces in cost, there are many advantages to Invisallign over braces.

Because there are no brackets or wires, your teen will have the self confidence they need from a healthy smile. With invisalign the aligners are removable. You can eat any foods and brushing and flossing are easier as well. The smooth plastic is more comfortable on your cheeks and gums than metal braces. And there are less office visits than with braces.

Contact Oyster Point Dental to see if Invisalign is right for your teen.

Oyster Point Dentistry teams with Board Certified Medical Doctors (Anesthesiologists) to treat dental patients under total sedation. Our total sleep dentistry services are performed outside our Newport News office, in a nearby operating room. For those with paranoid fear of the dentist, we treat patients under complete sedation (general anesthesia) and are proud to be one of a very select few with the skill and training to provide this service.

A General Family Dentistry Clinic in Hampton Roads VA

At Oyster Point Dentistry we strive to perform high quality, comfortable dental care in a relaxing, state-of-the-art environment. We provide comprehensive cosmetic, restorative and preventive care to all members of the family. Our office has always served the Hampton Roads area with a commitment to service and value.

Our goal is to give you the healthy, beautiful smile you desire with the caring, personal service you deserve. We use the most modern dental technologies and practices available today to include the patented IMTEC mini implant system which has proven to reduce surgical risk, reduce procedural pain and volume of anesthesia, shorten surgical and recovery time, and all at significant cost savings to the patient.

We look forward to assisting you with any of your dental needs. Please contact us to set up your initial consultation.