When you think of a dental crown it is usually to cover a broken tooth. However, crowns also serve other purposes. A crown protects a weak tooth structure, can hold a dental bridge in place or cover a dental implant.

Crowns can also serve a cosmetic purpose in dentistry. A crown can cover a tooth that is poorly shaped or severely discolored. Dr. McDowell is recognized as an expert in the field of cosmetic dentistry. As an esthetician, he will properly match colors to achieve a consistent appearance for your teeth. The result will be a crown that has the appearance of a real tooth and feel comfortable once in place.

If tooth discoloration or shape is a concern for you, Wayzata Dental & SmileSpa can answer your questions. We will develop a treatment plan that you are comfortable with and will improve your smile!

Wayzata Dental & SmileSpa cares your smile. Call us at 952-473-4900 or use our Request an Appointment page. We are conveniently located if you are in the Wayzata, Orono or Lake Minnetonka area.

You have put forth the time, effort and money to have a great smile… now you want to make sure it stays that way. Retainers bring to mind images of metal wires and more uncomfortable appliances in your mouth. Not so with Vivera Retainers

Vivera Retainers are lightweight, clear and comfortable, yet strong enough to keep your teeth in position. Invisalign – the same great company that offers “invisible braces” offers the Vivera Retainer, so you know there is the technology and quality behind the product.

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Retainers can weaken and become dull or dirty after time so Vivera now offers a quarterly retainer program. Every three months, you will have a clean and fresh retainer. We all know how easily retainers can be lost, so, because they are digitally created, replacements also take less time with no office visit and can be sent directly to you.

For superior cosmetic dental services in the Plymouth, Wayzata or Minnetonka area, Wayzata Dental & SmileSpa cares about your smile. We offer only products that will enhance your smile – like Vivera Retainers. Call us at 952-473-4900 or use our Request an Appointment page.

Braces… conjure images of “metal mouth” and pain.  Here are some interesting facts about braces:

1. Braces don’t have to be uncomfortable. So true! You can have straight teeth without a lot of pain.
2. Spaces will start to close as soon as I start wearing braces. It takes time for teeth to realign themselves. It is not an instant process. Once realignment is complete, gaps will begin to close.
3. If I have braces, my teeth will be straight forever. Braces are just the first step. Your teeth have made major moves in your mouth. As far as they are concerned, they belong where they were, not where they are. When the braces come off, retainers go on to help keep your teeth straight.
4. How long will it take? Sometimes there are factors that can slow down treatment… not brushing well and missing appointments are two facts that can delay the removal of your braces. The date set for removing braces is a goal, but not cast in stone.
5. Most important – Wayzata Dental & SmileSpa has Invisalign braces and Vivera Retainers to help make the process of braces a lot easier. Painless, comfortable and no metal mouth.

We are the SmileSpa. Invisalign braces and retainers are cosmetic dental services we offer to help you get that wonderful smile. For cosmetic dentistry in the Wayzata, MN, Minnetonka, MN or Plymouth, MN area, call Wayzata Dental & SmileSpa at 952-473-4900 or use our request an appointment page online to arrange an appointment.