Cosmetic Dentistry
You don't have to hide your smile. Advanced aesthetic dentistry treatments can mask chips, stains, gaps, and asymmetry with natural-looking results.
At Premier Prosthodontics in Raleigh, NC, we can design a custom treatment plan for a beautiful smile that boosts your self-confidence.
Cosmetic Enhancement and Your Oral Health Understanding Aesthetic Dentistry
Dr. Hugh Murphy and his Raleigh dental staff generally prefer using the term "aesthetic dentistry" rather than cosmetic dentistry.
While the two phrases may seem synonymous, aesthetic dentistry helps emphasize our focus on the artistry and craftsmanship of dental care. Our team takes the time to consider the unique aspects of each patient's smile and how to enhance both its appearance and comfort.
Cosmetic Dentistry
by a Skilled Visual Artist
Some dentists have training or certificates in cosmetic dentistry, but few have experience as a visual artist.
Dr. Murphy is a published author and illustrator best known for his T-Rex Trying books. In addition to cartooning and illustration, he has also worked in other mediums, including watercolor.
A deep appreciation for composition, line, color, and balance informs Dr. Murphy's approach to dental work.
See What Aesthetic Dentistry Can Do for You Dramatic Makeovers Are Possible
Dr. Murphy has helped many patients in and around Raleigh achieve beautiful smiles while improving their dental health. We can see the difference in these before and after photos of a patient who received crowns and veneers. Note the way Dr. Murphy brought out the best qualities in this patient's smile. The crowns and veneers look just like natural teeth.
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If you're looking for a dentist who understands how to improve the look and feel of your smile, come see Dr. Hugh Murphy and his team.
We offer the latest dental procedures to mask imperfections, bleach away stains, and fill in the gaps left by missing teeth. Our team sets high standards for ourselves in order to achieve each patient's unique dental goals.
To learn more about porcelain veneers, implant dentistry, and our other dental services, contact our office in Raleigh, NC.
(919) 510-8888
Why Craftsmanship and Artistry Matter Improving Oral Health and Overall Quality of Life
"After years of not being able to eat because of botched partial upper plate, I found the most amazing prosthodontist... Dr. Murphy is a true craftsman. He hand-carved my replacement to match up and fit with my bottom teeth. I haven't eaten crunchy things or most meat in three years--I can now... To have someone that cares so much about someone's happiness and to have a better quality of life made me cry. I can finally eat because of his dedication and expert craftsmanship. I now feel my life is whole again. Thank you, Dr. Murphy, from the bottom of my heart!" 5-Star Patient Review
Aesthetic Dentistry Services
Below is a list of the cosmetic dentistry procedures offered at our office in Raleigh, NC. During a consultation with Dr. Murphy, you can discuss which aesthetic treatments are right for you.
Veneers
Veneers are thin ceramic shells that are designed to conceal minor imperfections of the front teeth. Cosmetic dentists will often use veneers to conceal small cracks, little chips, tooth discoloration, and other aesthetic imperfections.
Dr. Murphy can handcraft bespoke porcelain veneers or place bonded composite veneers. Whichever option you choose, the results are striking and blend in seamlessly with the rest of your smile.
Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are custom-fitted caps that cover a tooth which has been badly damaged or decayed. Dental crowns can also be used cosmetically when bonding or porcelain veneers are not the best options for dental treatment.
While other cosmetic dentists rely on outside technicians to fashion and fabricate a patient's crowns, Dr. Murphy will handcraft your restorations himself in his on-site dental lab.
Enameloplasty
Also known as odontoplasty, enameloplasty is the cosmetic reshaping of enamel to perfect the appearance of a tooth. Special tools are used to help polish and refine the enamel without harming the underlying tooth structure.
Enameloplasty requires a steady hand and an expert eye for detail. Dr. Murphy's artistic abilities and knowledge as a lab technician can help ensure safe and aesthetically pleasing results.
Teeth Whitening
Over-the-counter whitening kits and cosmetic dentistry products fill store shelves, but they take time and can mean subpar results. Premier Prosthodontics offers professional-grade teeth whitening kits that patients can use in the comfort of their own homes.
Our team can create custom teeth whitening trays for patients using these take-home kits. This allows you to brighten your smile evenly and with minimal discomfort.
Dental Implants
Some dentists think of dental implants as a restorative treatment instead of a cosmetic dentistry procedure. Yet as someone who understands prosthodontic treatment, Dr. Murphy knows the aesthetic impact missing teeth can have. He can place implants and handcraft custom crowns, bridges, and dentures just for you.
Dr. Murphy uses Straumann® implants at his office. In his years as a prosthodontist, he's found that Straumann implants tend to provide optimal long-term outcomes for patients.
Smile Makeovers
When a patient has multiple cosmetic concerns affecting their smile, a single treatment might not be enough. That's what a smile makeover is here for. A smile makeover is a custom-designed treatment plan that combines multiple aesthetic dentistry procedures to achieve broad cosmetic enhancement.
When you visit our dental office here in Raleigh, we'll discuss your goals and use state-of-the-art imaging technology to help assess your dental health and develop a customized makeover plan.
Aesthetics and Craftsmanship Making Smiles in Raleigh, NC
"Dr. Murphy is wonderful. He very patiently worked with me to fix something another dentist had done wrong. Several of my teeth needed to be reconstructed with bonding and two crowns all on one side... He has a very steady hand, which is very important when someone is working with sharp tools. I am very picky and detail-oriented, and Dr. Murphy never once lost his patience with me. He is the most professional person I have ever worked with, and I work with a lot of medical professionals. He also made a very nice-looking implant in the aesthetic zone that perfectly matches my natural teeth. He is also a good person, honest and kind. Dr. Murphy is top-notch. A cut above the rest. Highly recommend." 5-Star Patient Review
