Frequently Asked Dental Questions Winthrop

Can you show me what my smile will look like before I get treatment?

We always want you to feel confident about your proposed smile makeover, whether you’re planning to undergo professional teeth whitening or receive a new veneer. That’s why we love giving you a virtual sneak peek into the future with the help of cosmetic imaging! Plastic surgeons have been using this style of technology for years now with great success. The process is simple – we’ll have a laboratory-made wax model crafted to demonstrate the positive changes you can expect from your brand-new look. You’ll essentially be able to hold your new smile in your hands, request tweaks as necessary, and proceed to treatment without worry.

Do you accept my dental insurance plan?

Our office accepts many insurance plans, and our team will do everything possible to help you maximize your savings. You can even receive a complimentary benefits check at the office! Our financial guidelines allow us to provide you with the best treatment available and do not limit your health to simply what your plan covers. We will be happy to submit your insurance paperwork for you at the time of treatment. If you have any questions about your insurance, please feel free to call for more information.

What do I do if I have a dental emergency when the office is closed?

Even if the office is closed, our dentists will be on call to meet your needs. They understand dental pain is serious and they want to be there to help alleviate it. Just call the office to find out about the emergency number, and a provider will get back to you right away.

How can I ask the dentists questions directly?

We hope you will always feel we are available to answer any of your questions. Please call 617-329-5581 or feel free to email us at brooksdental@winthropsmiles.com. We will get back to you just as soon as we can.

How can I safely whiten my teeth?

We can provide in-office whitening in about an hour, resulting in teeth that can whiten up to 6-8 shades. We will also make for you custom take-home trays to continue your whitening at home and maintain the results for a lifetime.

If you are getting married, have an event to attend, or just want to feel great about your glowing smile, then whitening is for you. One tell-tale sign that it is a good time for you to whiten your teeth is if you are embarrassed to smile because of the color of your not-so-pearly whites. Yellow or stained teeth are the result of years of coffee or tea drinking, and/or smoking. Greyish/brown teeth are usually the result of tetracycline exposure as a child. If this is the case, give us a call for your complimentary smile evaluation!

My gums bleed after I brush. Is this something to be concerned about?

Bleeding gums are often a sign of gingivitis (inflamed gums), or sometimes periodontitis, or gum disease. You may be a candidate for non-surgical periodontal treatment. Please do not wait any longer to address this problem. Gum disease is silent and doesn’t tend to hurt until your teeth become loose. Our goal is to have you keep your teeth healthy for a lifetime. Please call our office to reserve time for your professional teeth cleaning and gum evaluation.

What is Smile Analysis?

Each person has an individual smile, one uniquely shaped and balanced based on the symmetry of his or her face. With Smile Analysis, we can help show you what your best smile can look like. Our smile style guide of photos will be reviewed with you so that you can see what your new teeth will look like before they become yours. We take into account many features of your face and mouth to analyze and design the most enhancing smile for you. Come in and talk to us about the exciting possibilities.

What is Smile Design?

Great care is taken to design a smile for each patient. After we understand your needs and goals, we consider the shape of your face, the color of your eyes, and the shape and contour of your lips. We evaluate factors like the symmetry of your eyes and nose to the other dimensions. Once you have your new smile, your confidence soars. Nothing frames the face better than an attractive smile. People are drawn to you without knowing why. A brilliant smile radiates joy, excitement, health, and vitality. A smile is a celebration of life, a reflection of the heart, and your number one asset.

I want my front teeth to look better, but I do not want to wear braces. What would you recommend?

If your teeth are crooked, you do not necessarily need braces. When you come in for a consultation, we can talk to you about several other options, including veneers. If you are a candidate for this sort of treatment, the whole process will take about two weeks rather than two years, as is usually the case with braces.

If you do need braces, however, you may be a great candidate for Invisalign, practically invisible braces. Invisalign can give you the beautiful straight teeth you have always wanted. It works through a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners that no one can tell you are wearing. So, you can smile during treatment as well as after. Invisalign has been proven effective, and Dr. Julianne Bruno is certified to treat with Invisalign.

My child has had an accident, and their tooth has been entirely knocked out. What do I do?

Make sure that you find the tooth and immediately place it in milk or saliva. You will want to call us right away. Do not wipe off the tooth, as you can damage the re-implantation process. We have solutions to clean the tooth. Please try to get to our office within an hour of the accident. Sometimes, due to trauma, the tooth may darken and require root canal treatment. When playing sports, have your children protect their teeth by wearing our comfortable custom mouthguards. Call our Winthrop dental office for more information!