Create the Smile of Your Dreams with Cosmetic Dentistry

Dr. Bruce Kinney and the staff at Bruce Kinney DDS, PS in Yakima believe that each of our patients deserves a smile they can be proud to show off. We offer a variety of cosmetic dentistry solutions to correct such common aesthetic flaws as stained teeth, broken teeth, or teeth that are chipped, cracked, misshapen, or crooked. Be sure to visit our online smile gallery to see some of the stunning results Dr. Kinney and the Bruce Kinney DDS, PS team have achieved for our cosmetic dentistry patients. We invite you to learn more about the cosmetic dentistry procedures offered by Dr. Kinney and then contact us at 509-972-8338 to schedule your smile makeover consultation.

Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain veneers are thin shells of tooth-colored porcelain that Dr. Kinney can be used to cover stains or mask flaws such as cracked, broken, or misshapen teeth.  Porcelain veneers are sometimes referred to as “instant orthodontics” because they can also be applied to straighten the appearance of a crooked smile.

Tooth Whitening

Tooth whitening is perhaps the most commonly sought cosmetic dentistry procedure at Bruce Kinney DDS, PS. Even the most beautiful smile can appear unhealthy or dull when teeth are stained or yellowed. In as quickly as one brief session, our patients can enjoy smiles that are up to ten shades brighter.

Cosmetic Dental Bonding

By applying a thin coating of a tooth-colored resin composite material to teeth, Dr. Bruce Kinney can improve the appearance of a number of cosmetic flaws.  In many cases, cosmetic bonding is more affordable and just as effective as porcelain veneers, though results will not last as long.

Gum Recontouring

When a person’s gums extend too far onto the tooth surface, he or she is said to have a “gummy” smile.  In just one painless office visit, Dr. Kinney can use a diode laser to gently sculpt the gum line into a more pleasing proportion, making teeth appear larger and the smile more brilliant.

Dental Crowns

When a tooth has been damaged by a cavity, Dr. Kinney will most likely perform a root canal to remove the infected tooth pulp.  To restore functionality and appearance, and to seal the tooth from further damage, a dental crown will then be placed over the entire tooth surface.

Dental Bridges

If a patient is missing one or more teeth but is not necessarily a good candidate for dentures or dental implants, he or she may be fitted with a dental bridge.  A bridge is an artificial tooth that is held in place by a dental crown on either side of the gap created by the missing tooth.

Dentures

At Bruce Kinney DDS, PS, we offer both full and partial dentures to our patients in the Yakima area.  Unlike dental bridges or dental implants, dentures are removable replacement teeth.  Dr. Kinney uses the most modern materials and methods to create our patients’ dentures, so they can always be assured of a comfortable fit and the most realistic appearance.

Dental Implants

Dental implants are titanium posts that are surgically inserted into a patient’s jawbone to support permanent replacement teeth.  Unlike dentures, dental implants never need to be removed for cleaning, and they allow for more comfortable eating and speaking.

Tooth-Colored Fillings

White fillings applied by Dr. Kinney are less likely to cause tooth breakage like with metal fillings. White fillings are also virtually undetectable which makes your smile healthy and beautiful at the same time.

Smile Makeover or Smile Design

Many of Dr. Kinney’s patients combine a number of cosmetic dentistry procedures to achieve the ultimate in smile design. For example, a patient may choose to eliminate the “gummy” appearance of his or her smile with gum recontouring, and then enhance the results with a tooth whitening session.  To learn more about the smile makeover or smile design opportunities available to our patients, we encourage you to make an appointment  to consult with a member of the Bruce Kinney DDS, PS team at our Yakima office. Call us today at 509-972-8338 for more information.