- Dental ExaminationA Kirkland, Washington cosmetic dentist, Dr. Thomas H. Seal, DDS performs a variety of different dental procedures that correct the appearance of the teeth and smile for patients. After he performs a thorough dental examination and teeth cleaning, he can offer many suggestions for cosmetic dentistry procedures that each patient would benefit from. He also can answer any questions that they have about the procedure. Ultimately, the goal of cosmetic dentistry is to make a patient feel more confident with their smile. When it comes to cosmetic dentistry, there are many procedures that can be done, all for different reasons. We will be able to help you determine which one will work the best in brightening your smile.
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- VeneersIn our office we see patients referred to us from Oregon, Idaho, Canada, Washington, Europe, and Asia. We perform safe mercury removal and replacement, tooth removal, with a emphasis of removing the surrounding dental fiber. We redo incompletely healed surgeries, evaluate patients with state of the art technologies, and test some patients for biological incompatability of all dental materials. We pay respect to Oral Systemic Balance discovered by Dr Farrand Robson at TMJ Diagnostics, in Tacoma Washington. We have been on TV, radio, magazines, newspapers discussing how Dentistry continues to evolve. We are honored to work with several the most acclaimed healthcare providers in a complimentary capacity. Do you prefer metal-free, biocompatible materials? Would you prefer not to have an impression and a temporary? Cerec ceramic restorations can be created and placed during a single appointment. Cerec is a sophisticated CAD/CAM system for the production of all-ceramic inlays, onlays, partial crowns, veneers and crowns for the anterior and posterior teeth.
- CrownsWe use CEREC, which is short for Ceramic Reconstruction and is a sophisticated system that designs and produces high-quality dental restorations in one visit. This means we can offer our patients same-day crown, onlay, inlay, or bridge replacements. Essentially, any restoration, large or small may be a possible candidate for CEREC restoration. We can replace existing metal restorations with biocompatible non-metallic restorations as well.
- BridgesWhen you’re determining the pros and cons of dental implants vs. dentures, it’s important to understand each alternative. Dental bridges and dentures are best used to fill gaps in the mouth caused by missing teeth. However, dentures are often not as comfortable as dental implants. An advantage of using dental implants in Kirkland is that no adjacent teeth need to be prepared in order to hold a replacement tooth or teeth efficiently.
- Root Canal TreatmentDr Seal has done research in endodontics, autoimmune responses and TMJ disorders. He currently teaches Alchemy, Ho’omana, and aspects of Yoga. We work with world class health care providers who we hope to aid in complimentary therapies.
- Dentures3) Mouth appliances, partial, or full dentures: Rinse with mouthwash twice daily, clean tongue. Clean appliances with toothpaste containing chlorine dioxide. Let dentures soak in mouthwash overnight, if you can sleep well without them.
- Dental ImplantsA cosmetic dentist in Kirkland such as Thomas H. Seal DDS, can examine his patient’s teeth closely to determine if dental implants are a viable dental treatment for their oral health situation. Dental implants allow patients to get back normal function in their mouth as well as their natural-looking smile. Tooth loss is generally caused by trauma, tooth decay or gum disease. If these things are left untreated, tooth loss can lead to bone loss as well infection.
- Oral Surgery3-D technology allows for precise measurements that determine the thickness of bone allowing Dr. Seal to have a better preplan before oral surgery on when placing an implant. There is also better accuracy when it comes to identifying the nerve system involved in doing root canals.
- OrthodonticsWe love watching the secondary effects that safely removing toxins, unhealed osseous defects, and lessening, pain fever and discomfort yield. Treating snoring and sleep apnea have dramatic effects on the whole family. We provide to Orthodontics with attention to orthopedics, TMJ function and whole body symmetry increases our patients vitality, well being, and ability to adapt to future challenges, and insults they may encounter throughout life. Watching our patients improve, as well has having an awesome smile makes coming to work a pleasure, and a reason to jump out of bed in the mornings. When you walk into our office, and are welcomed by our smiling staff, you’ll soon know you are in someplace special, and that we care.
- Invisalign OrthodonticsThe era of metal braces in Kirkland, Washington is gone. Braces are no longer just for kids or teens, as adults also use Invisalign, or SureSmile Clear Aligners. Our SureSmile Clear Aligners offer both a fast and effortless way to align your teeth in a discreet way. They are an invisible solution to improve the smile with ease. No matter your reason for choosing SureSmile Clear Aligners in Kirkland, it is an affordable way to repair teeth. Crooked teeth or a bad bite alignment can lead to cracks or chips in the teeth, TMJ Disorders, or even gum diseases. This makes patients more susceptible to develop cavities in Kirkland. This is because it is harder to clean your teeth.
- BracesSureSmile Clear Aligners give patients the option of obtaining straight teeth, making oral hygiene easier and protecting them from getting future dental work. It also gives them confidence. These SureSmile Clear Aligners transform the old way of braces. These aligners are convenient, comfortable, and fast acting compared to traditional metal braces.
- Teeth WhiteningThere’s nothing quite like having an awesome smile. Your whole face lights up when you meet other people. You feel much more successful and confident. Moreover, because a great smile is one of the first things people use to judge you, your smile can create a lasting impression. While some people are born with great smiles, others can take their smile and make it even better by whitening their teeth.
- Cosmetic DentistryOften, these cosmetic dentistry procedures can be covered by insurance. It depends on your insurance and the amount of need for the procedure. Our professional dental team can discuss your options in terms of insurance and financing during a free consultation at our Kirkland, Washington office.