Let cosmetic dentistry turn your smile around while also giving a boost to your self-esteem.

If you weren’t born with the perfect smile it’s not something to worry your head about. After all, advancements in cosmetic dentistry make it possible to get a complete smile makeover and to achieve the results you want. No matter how much of a spruce your smile needs, our Camden County, NJ, cosmetic dentists are here to meet your specific goals.

There are many ways in which cosmetic dentistry can improve your smile. Here are just some of the wonderful cosmetic dentistry options we offer here in Camden County:

Dental Bonding

Sometimes the flaws you have are minor but they still affect your smile and your confidence. We definitely understand. Maybe even that slightest gap between your front teeth has you self-conscious, or you hate that you have a small chip in a tooth that seems pretty obvious whenever you smile.

For those small imperfections that don’t affect the overall health of your smile but do alter the size, shape, or even color of a tooth, this tooth-colored resin can be applied to mask these little cosmetic issues. Bonding is completely non-invasive and painless. It can even be done during your next routine dental visit.

Tooth Reshaping

Tooth contouring, or reshaping, often goes hand in hand with dental bonding. In fact, these two non-invasive procedures complement one another. If you have one tooth that’s just a little too pointy or maybe a bit uneven or jagged, we could remove small amounts of enamel to reshape the tooth and make your smile appear more symmetrical. Just like bonding, this treatment is painless and non-invasive, making it a great option for someone who only wants to make small adjustments to the shape or appearance of a tooth.

Teeth Whitening

Most people could benefit from the effects of professional teeth whitening, which offers a fast and convenient way to remove stains and to brighten a dull, yellowing smile. No matter whether you have a wedding, a special event or an interview coming up, it’s the perfect time to turn to our Camden County dentist to help you get your smile several shades whiter.

Dental Veneers

Sometimes the flaws you are faced with really put quite a damper on the overall color, shape, and even size and symmetry of your smile. When you are dealing with more moderate-to-severe imperfections that bonding and reshaping can’t treat, veneers can help. These ultra-thin tooth-colored shells cover the entire front of your teeth to give you a full smile makeover.

Here at Sullivan & Turner, we believe that everyone should have a smile they feel confident in. If you are struggling with the appearance of your smile then it’s time to call our Camden County, NJ, dental office today for a free consultation.

If you are an athlete you’ll want to find out what sports dentistry can do for you.

Sports-related dental injuries happen more often than you might think. From chips and cracks to knocked-out teeth, there are so many types of injuries that can leave you rushing to your dentist for care. Here at Sullivan & Turner, our Somerdale dentists in Camden County, NJ, Dr. Joseph Sullivan, Dr. Raj Darji, and Dr. Jeffrey Turner, are proud to offer our patients sports dentistry. What is sports dentistry? We are so glad you asked.

As the name suggests, this specialty focuses on the athlete and how to protect smiles from sports-related damage. We believe that you should have all the protection possible to keep your teeth safe while still getting to enjoy the heat of the game. It’s common for children to get injured at some point playing sports; however, our goal as your Somerdale and Camden County general dentist is to protect your child from dental injuries.

We also believe in the importance of dental education and we want our patients to take an active and vested interest protecting their smiles while playing sports. This means providing you with the information you need to prevent injuries and to answer your questions whenever we can.

Besides providing you with the information and advice you need to stay safe, we also create custom mouthguards for you or your child to wear during a game. While you could purchase a mouthguard at your local drugstore, these are custom-made to fit your smile. This means that the mouthguard may shift or move around and not provide the full protection you need. Our custom-fitted mouthguards always offer a snug and perfect fit, boasting the ultimate protection against orofacial injuries.

Of course, if you experience a dental injury such as a broken, partially dislodged or knocked-out tooth, it is important that you call our dentists right away. Most sports-related injuries are also considered dental emergencies where time is of the essence. If you or your child is dealing with a dental emergency it’s important that you bring them in right away. The sooner you seek treatment the better. Most teeth can be saved if they are treated within a half hour of the injury.

Whether you just need to come in for your routine cleaning or you want to find out if a custom mouthguard is the right way to protect your smile, don’t hesitate to call Sullivan & Turner today in Somerdale and serving Camden County, NJ. We would be happy to provide your smile with the care it needs both on and off the field.

Discover the telltale signs that you might need to get root canal treatment.

If there is a problem going on with your oral health it’s important that you get the problem treated as soon as possible. As you might know, ignoring or leaving dental issues untreated can end up leading to more serious complications such as tooth and bone loss. This is why our Somerdale and Camden County, NJ, dentists Dr. Joseph Sullivan and Dr. Jeffrey Turner are here to provide you with common warning signs that could mean that you need root canal therapy.

Why might I need root canal treatment?

This procedure is recommended if the dental pulp (a structure found inside a tooth) is inflamed or diseased. This happens when decay, infection, or direct trauma was significant enough to penetrate the hard enamel layers and affect the inside of the tooth. Once the pulp has been infected the only option is to have it removed.

If this problem isn’t addressed, the infection or bacteria will continue to spread to the tooth’s roots and the surrounding bone, which can lead to bone and tooth loss.

How do I know that I need root canal treatment?

Unfortunately, it isn’t always obvious. So, no matter how healthy your smile might seem it’s still crucial for everyone to visit their Camden County, NJ general dentist twice a year for checkups. Even if you aren’t experiencing symptoms we have the skills and training to be able to pinpoint problems right away that you could easily miss.

Of course, there are certain symptoms that can still arise that could tip you off to the fact that something is wrong. You will want to come in right away if you experience any of these issues,

• A toothache that is severe or appears suddenly
• Dental pain that is made worse by chewing, biting down or putting pressure on the tooth
• Swollen, inflamed, red or tender gums around the tooth
• Increased or sudden sensitivity to hot or cold foods and drinks (you may also notice that the affected tooth is more sensitive to sugar)
• Tooth discoloration or darkening
• The development of a pimple-like growth on the gums (this is a sign of infection)

Here at Sullivan & Turner we believe that everyone in Camden County, NJ, should get the proper dental care they need. Whether you just need to schedule your upcoming dental cleaning or you are dealing with these symptoms above, don’t hesitate to call us today to schedule an appointment.

How a teeth whitening treatment from your dentists in Camden County can improve your smile

If your smile has grown dull, dingy and dark due to aging, tobacco use, coffee drinking or other issues, it’s time to improve your smile. The answer is a professional teeth whitening treatment! Your dentists at Sullivan & Turner want to introduce you to what a professional teeth whitening treatment can do for you. They proudly serve the residents of Somerdale and Camden County, NJ and they can help you too!

Even if you brush and floss regularly, you can still get stains on your teeth from deeply-pigmented food particles, drinking coffee, tea or red wine, and using tobacco products. Aging is the most common reason you might notice your smile getting darker.

That’s because as you age your tooth enamel becomes thinner, allowing you and others to see the layer underneath, called dentin. This dentin layer is naturally yellow, and gets darker as you grow older. The result is a yellowing effect to your smile.

There are many over-the-counter whitening products available; some are slightly effective, while others don’t do anything. It’s time to think differently about teeth whitening. It’s time to seek out the experts at Sullivan & Turner. They offer the latest, cutting-edge whitening treatments. When you choose a professional teeth whitening treatment from Sullivan & Turner, you can count on:

• Easy treatment, because you only wear the whitening trays for 3 minutes at a time
• Beautiful results, because you can whiten your teeth up to 8 shades whiter
• Long-lasting beauty, because your results can last up to 5 years
• Inexpensive treatment, because professional teeth whitening is only a fraction of the cost of other cosmetic dental services

Isn’t it time you have the smile you deserve? Now, you can get a whiter smile easily, thanks to teeth whitening. For more information about teeth whitening and other cosmetic and restorative services call your dentists at Sullivan & Turner, serving the residents of Somerdale and Camden County, NJ. A whiter smile can make you look better, feel younger, and improve your self-esteem, so get your whiter smile by calling today!

Do you have more than one issue with your smile? Veneers conceal numerous cosmetic problems that affect the surface of your teeth. With the help of our Somerdale and Camden County, NJ, dentists - Dr. Joseph Sullivan, Dr. Jonathan Limberakis and Dr. Jeffrey Turner of Sullivan & Turner - you can renew your smile with veneers.

Adding a thin veneer to teeth dramatically changes their appearance

Veneers are thin layers of porcelain applied to your teeth with dental cement in our Somerdale and Camden County office. The tooth-shaped restorations not only conceal imperfections but also resist stains caused by eating and drinking darkly pigments foods and beverages.

The restorations are only added to the fronts of teeth, the area most likely to show wear and tear. If you've been meaning to take care of a chip or crack, but don't want a crown, veneers offer a simpler alternative. They not only cover chips and cracks, but also offer a very effective way to hide any type of minor imperfection, such as small depressions in your tooth enamel.

Do you have a few discolored teeth? Fluorosis, a condition that occurs when you've been exposed to too much fluoride during childhood, can make teeth look mottled or streaked. Veneers cover up fluorosis stains and are also a good choice if a tooth has darkened due to a dental procedure or tetracycline use.

In the past, the color of your smile was limited by the effects of teeth whitening treatment. If your teeth were naturally darker, the treatment might not have dramatically improved your smile. Adding veneers gives you the smile you've always desired and offers long-lasting results.

Veneers are excellent shape shifters

Do you have a snaggle-toothed smile? Even though you may only have one tooth that doesn't look like the others, it only takes one oddly shaped smile to mar your smile. Veneers can completely change the shape of your teeth. Once you add a veneer, a crooked or pointed tooth no longer disrupts your perfect smile. Veneers also eliminate spaces between teeth and lengthen teeth that have become shorter over the years.

Are you ready to revitalize your smile with veneers? Call our Somerdale and Camden County, NJ, dentists at Sullivan & Turner at (856) 784-3440 to schedule an appointment.