Rapid City Cosmetic Dentistry

Improving the Appearance of Common Dental Imperfections with Veneers

jen — Tue, 15 May 2012 03:17:46 +0000

Veneers are a wonderfully versatile cosmetic dentistry procedure. Veneers can be used to treat a variety of dental imperfections including misshaped teeth, crooked teeth, teeth with a gap between them and chipped teeth. Veneers offer a natural beautiful solution to some of the most common dental imperfections.

Dr. Loftus uses dental veneers to help people with all kinds of dental imperfections achieve the smile they desire. Those interested in veneers will need a consultation with Dr. Loftus to determine if veneers will produce the desired result. If Dr. Loftus feels veneers are the best treatment method, patients can expect that they will need two more appointments to complete the process; one for preparation and the last appointment for bonding.

We invite you to schedule your confidential consultation with Dr. Loftus to discuss how dental veneers can be used to help you achieve the smile of your dreams.

Dental Bridges Rapid City

jen — Tue, 08 May 2012 03:04:16 +0000

Achieving a natural looking and realistic smile after tooth loss is possible. There are a variety of procedures that can be used to repair a smile after tooth loss. Using dental bridges, Dr. Loftus is able to fill gaps left by missing teeth, restoring beauty to your smile.

Dr. Loftus uses bonded bridges in the front of the mouth where aesthetics are important. Less force is placed on the front teeth when biting than on the back therefore, resin based bonds can be used to fill gaps in the front of the mouth. Dr. Loftus has found that there are a number of benefits to resin bonds including their natural appearance and their durability.

To learn more about this and other treatments for missing teeth, contact our office and schedule your consultation with Dr. Loftus.

Traditional Braces – Rapid City

jen — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 06:33:03 +0000

Traditional Braces are a way of straightening out and aligning crooked or gap teeth. Most often Braces are used for children and young adults, while many adult patients would rather prefer to go with a less time consuming, less painful and less costly method of achieving the results they seek. Sometimes, however, Braces may be the only option for achieving those results.

If you are interested in learning more about Traditional Braces and to find out if they may be the best option for you or your child, contact our office today to schedule a consultation.

Rapid City Gum Lift Procedures

jen — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:54:23 +0000

An uneven gum line can cause a person to be extremely self conscious about their smile. Dr. Loftus uses gum lift surgery to remove portions of the gums making teeth appear longer and giving the gum line a more even appearance.

During the procedure, Dr. Loftus numbs the area then removes the excess gum. The procedure is generally not painful but some patients will find mild discomfort for a few days following the procedure. When gum lift surgery is performed by experienced cosmetic dentists such as Dr. Loftus, patients can be sure that the overall appearance of their smile will be improved.

To learn more about gum lifts and other procedures we offer at Amazing Smiles, contact our office to schedule a consultation with Dr. Loftus.

Dental Implants Rapid City

jen — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 21:47:17 +0000

When replacing missing teeth, someone wanting the most natural feel and look might consider dental implants. Surgically placed below the gums over a series of appointments, implants fuse to the jawbone and serve as a base for individual replacement teeth, bridges or a denture. Dental implants fuse to your jaw bone offering additional stability and more like your other teeth.

Dental Implants have many advantages including; easier eating, improved appearance, improved oral health, durability and more. A visit to Amazing Smiles Dentistry for a consultation with Dr. Loftus will be needed to see if you are a candidate for dental implants. In general, those with healthy gums and adequate bone to support the implant can consider dental implants as a solution to their missing tooth.

There are many things to discuss during your consultation with Dr. Loftus on dental implants. After the decision is made that dental implants are right for you, a treatment plan will be created based on your personal needs. Do you need multiple teeth replaced? Does the location of your missing tooth require additional procedures to make the implant work for you? All of these things will be a part of your dental implant plan. Contact Dr. Loftus today if you would like to discuss if dental implants are right for you,

Cutting Edge Dentistry Technology

jen — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 17:07:07 +0000

Over the past decade alone there are been innumerable technological advances throughout almost every field and dentistry is no exception. At Amazing Smiles we strive to give our patients the best, most up-to-date, newest technologies and techniques in order to ensure top-rate care. We command our technology be able to give our patients the accuracy, early detection, quick, reliable and pain-free treatments they deserve, so that they can get the amazing smiles of their dreams.

Check out some of our latest high tech features:

Intra-Oral cameras because they enhance patient comfort and allow us to see clearly and show the patient exactly what we are seeing, in bright, bold color. The Intra-Oral camera is a tiny video camera designed to pick up images inside your mouth and magnify them many times to be viewed on a monitor.
Digital X-rays use up to 85% less radiation than conventional film and uses no toxic processing chemicals. Less Radiation equals safer dentistry.
Diagnodent for its unparralleled accuracy. Diagnodent is a laser detection system that has the ability to detect hidden decay under seemingly intact tooth structure. The Diagnodent scans the area with a laser light, detects the hidden decay and grades it using a numeric scale, allowing our team to diagnose the proper treatment necessary to prevent further decay.

Enter into a whole new world of High Tech Dentistry with Rapid City Dr. Loftus. Contact us today to make your appointment!

Makeover Your Smile – Rapid City Cosmetic Dentistry

jen — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 16:40:45 +0000

A smile makes a huge difference in your visual appearance and in your emotional health, not to mention the physical importance of a healthy smile. There are so many things that can throw a kink into our smile and cause us to shun our smiles out of existence. From crooked, misaligned teeth, to gaps and missing teeth, stained and chipped teeth, rotting and deteriorating teeth… the list goes on. While most people realize the beauty of a smile, no one really realizes it’s importance until they’ve been without it for so long and then they get it back.

Take a look at our Before and After Smile Makeovers to see what a difference a confident smile makes!

As you’ll notice in our gallery, every patient comes in with a unique set of challenges, needs and goals. Dr. Loftus works on a person by person basis to evaluate your won individual needs and to create a plan that meets those needs. Dr. Loftus has helped countless men and women create the smiles of their dreams through Rapid City Smile Makeovers.

Find out how Dr. Loftus can help you get the smile of your dreams through a Smile Makeover by contacting our office today to set up your consultation.

A Whole New You – Rapid City Smile Makeovers

jen — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:48:52 +0000

A smile can make a huge difference in your visual appearance and in your emotional health, not to mention the physical importance of oral health. There are so many things that can throw a kink into our smile and cause us to shun our smiles out of existence. From crooked, misaligned teeth, to gaps and missing teeth, stained and chipped teeth, rotting and deteriorating teeth… the list goes on. While most people realize the beauty of a smile, no one really realizes its full importance until it’s gone.

Take a look at our Before and After Smile Makeovers to see what an incredible difference a confident smile makes! It can make us look younger, healthier and feel more confident!

Treating your TMJ – Rapid City

jen — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 18:49:42 +0000

Tired of living with chronic pain? Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome, more commonly known as TMJ, causes it’s suffers headaches, jaw tensions, tooth sensitivity, looked jaw, and neck pain. Some 60 million people are living with untreated TMJ every day. You don’t have to live like that any more. TMJ is caused by a misalignment of the lower and upper jaw. This causes the jaw muscles to strain when in use. To treat TMJ, Dr. Loftus uses Neuromuscular Dentistry to find a better alignment for your jaw and then repositions it. Treatment plans and outcomes vary from patient to patient, but most patients treated for TMJ report that it has successfully alleviated their tension and pain.

Contact Rapid City Dentist, Dr. Jeff Loftus, today to schedule your TMJ assessment.

Amazing Smiles Now Offering BOTOX

jen — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 23:39:24 +0000

Are you unhappy with the fine lines and creases around your mouth and nose? Is your beautiful smile being overshadowed by the aging skin around your mouth? Amazing Smiles is proud to announce we now offer BOTXO injections as a solution to the age lines on your face.

Your BOTOX specialist will inject the BOTOX solution in to predetermined points on your face to temporarily prevent the muscles that create these fine lines and wrinkles from contracting. This is not a permanent solution to fine lines and wrinkles. The procedure will need to be repeated every 3 to 4 months to maintain the youthful appearance.

Contact our office to schedule your BOTOX appointment today!!!!!