A dental crown is a type of restoration that shrouds the tooth in protective material, restoring its shape and functionality. There are several materials available. We prefer to use high-strength porcelain, which replicates the appearance of tooth enamel for a beautifully natural result. For crowns that require extra strength, we may use a base of noncorrosive (noble) metal such as gold, with a layer of beautiful porcelain fused to it.

Crowns may be used to:

• Repair damaged, badly decayed, or cracked teeth
• Protect fragile or weak teeth
• Restore teeth after root canal therapy
• Whiten, reshape, and restore teeth

Traditional dental impressions begin with a goopy substance in a tray, which goes in your mouth to create a mold. It is uncomfortable for the patient, time-consuming for the dentist, and the result may be imprecise. Our TRIOS scanner replaces traditional dental impressions with fast, convenient, detailed, three-dimensional digital images.

The benefits include:

• The digital “impression” can be emailed to the dental laboratory immediately, so they can begin working on your permanent restoration right away.
• Scanning your teeth is fast and comfortable. There is no uncomfortable tray, no goopy foul-tasting paste in your mouth, and no worries about a mess on your skin or facial hair.
• Digital imagery is more detailed and precise, resulting in a better-fitting restoration.
• The process is gentle and not intimidating for nervous kids.
• Shorten the time you will have to contend with a temporary crown. TRIOS helps you get your permanent crown quickly, so you can get on with your life.
• Show off a spectacular smile. Our technology can match the coloring of your tooth enamel with precision, and TRIOS helps create the ideal shape, so the result looks natural.

If you are looking for a powerful whitening solution, then Opalescence was designed with you in mind. Due to its ultra-strong bleaching formula, this award-winning treatment is only available from dentists. Opalescence is used by professionals around the world to deliver long-lasting, results safely and predictably.

The secret to Opalescence’s proven success is the progressive whitening system. Depending on the severity of staining and your goal, full treatment takes about seven to ten days. This gradual approach allows Opalescence to achieve dramatic whitening while maintaining optimal safety. We will take impressions of your teeth and create customized trays, which you fill with specially formulated Opalescence whitening gel. You can whiten your teeth from the comfort of home, with daily sessions until you are satisfied with the brightness of your smile. Depending on the type of Opalescence whitening system you choose, the trays are worn overnight, for several hours during the day, or for 30 minutes each day.

Yes, you can have a bright smile on a tight budget. We are proud to offer Sheer White! Strips for patients seeking a low-cost, yet highly effective teeth whitening solution. These strips are made of moldable film that conforms to the unique contours of your teeth. This ensures they make full contact with the visible surfaces of teeth for uniform results.

Sheer White! Strips are designed for better adhesion than most over-the-counter brands, keeping them in place with no slipping and sliding. They are comfortable, and you will be able to speak clearly while wearing them. Additionally, this product is formulated with gentle yet effective carbamide peroxide to minimize the risk of sensitivity.

Veneers are thin shells of dental porcelain, which are adhered to the visible surfaces of your teeth. On average, they are only about as thick as contact lenses. Therefore, the procedure is gentle and conservative, requiring minimal tooth preparation. Yet, veneers can completely cover the parts of teeth that show when you smile, making them a powerful cosmetic treatment.

• Improving or changing the shape of teeth
• Replacing worn tooth enamel
• Covering stains that do not respond to teeth whitening treatment
• Closing gaps between teeth
• Improving the appearance of mildly crooked teeth
• Repairing some minor chips or fractures
• Changing the color of naturally dark teeth
• Correcting uneven size or shape of teeth
• And more!

The process is fast and straightforward. The first and most important step is treatment planning. Porcelain veneers are sometimes called the single-procedure smile makeover because they can correct multiple cosmetic issues, or completely change the appearance of your smile. However, veneers do not have to create a dramatic change unless that is what you want. Maybe you love your smile... except for this one little problem. In that case, veneers can be designed to replicate the size, shape, and color of your teeth, with only a slight change. It is up to you. Just tell us about your aesthetic goals, and our advanced smile design techniques can make them happen.

• First, we will prepare your teeth and use the TRIOS scanner to take digital “impressions.” Your treatment plan and images are emailed to the lab so that your permanent veneers can be created quickly. If necessary, we will place temporary veneers to protect your teeth in the meantime.
• The next visit takes place when your new custom veneers are ready. We remove the temporaries (if used) and clean your teeth. We will check the fit and appearance of your new veneers to make sure they are perfect, and then affix them to your teeth with a permanent bonding agent. That is it – you are ready to show off your dazzling new smile!

Invisalign was developed with advanced technology and designed with the patient in mind. This innovative system eliminates the two most common complaints about dental braces, which are comfort and appearance. Transparent thermoplastic is used to make our Invisalign teeth aligners in Blue Springs, MO, making them discreet enough for everyone from image-conscious professionals to selfie-snapping teens. Equally impressive, the aligners are removable for ultimate comfort and convenience.

The benefits of Invisalign include:

• There are no forbidden foods because aligners are removed at mealtime.
• Brushing and flossing are easy without braces in the way.
• So discreet that most people will never know you are wearing braces.
• Ultra-thin, lightweight, slightly flexible aligners are comfortable to wear.
• Advanced technology simulates treatment progress to refine your plan for predictable results.
• Invisalign is available for kids and adults.
• In some cases, aligners are faster than traditional braces, with most people completing treatment in about a year.

The first step is a consultation at McDaniel Family Dental. If you are a good candidate for Invisalign, we will begin by taking digital impressions of your teeth. Next, the entire treatment is planned out using specialized software that simulates step-by-step tooth movement. Afterward, we create your custom-designed set of teeth aligners Blue Springs, MO residents dream of.

During treatment, you will need to wear your aligner at all times, except when eating or cleaning your teeth. Each aligner moves your teeth in one small increment. You will use one for a couple of weeks, then discard it and move on to the next one in the series. You will need to visit our office about every six to eight weeks so that we can check your progress and give you the next set of invisible aligners in Blue Springs, MO. This continues until treatment is complete, usually about 12 months.

Dental bonding, which is sometimes referred to as composite resin bonding, is a tooth-colored material that is utilized to disguise imperfections that are present at the front of the smile. This material is administered onto a prepared tooth and hardened, or cured, with a unique lighted device. Once hard, the dentist files it down and polishes it, making it appear as natural tooth enamel. The use of composite resin bonding is limitless, and many patients use it for:

• Gaps between teeth
• Permanently stained teeth
• Chipped or cracked teeth
• Short or unusually shaped teeth
• Divots or marks on the natural teeth

While there are other ways to disguise the imperfections of a smile, such as the placement of porcelain veneers, dental bonding continues to be a go-to option for many individuals. Not only is it highly affordable, but it can also last several years and is completed in a single visit. However, it does require replacement over the years and is not as stain-resistant as porcelain veneers can be. Our dentists can help patients choose the treatment right for their unique needs.

Dr. Niki McDaniel and Dr. Rebecca Spencer of McDaniel Family Dental believe in providing new and established patients with the best possible care for their smiles. If you are considering dental bonding for gaps, stains, or chipped teeth, connect with our team by calling our office.

Our professionals work directly with individuals at our office, located at 2150 NW S Outer Road, to develop a treatment plan that best meets their needs, combining general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry all under one roof!