Overview

People choose esthetic dental procedures/surgery for various reasons—to repair a defect such as a malformed bite or crooked teeth, treat an injury, or just improve their overall appearance.  Whatever the reason, the ultimate goal is to restore a beautiful smile.

For these and many other reasons, esthetic dentistry has become a vital and important part of the dental profession.

Common esthetic dental procedures can be performed to correct misshaped, discolored, chipped or missing teeth. They also can be used to change the overall shape of teeth—from teeth that are too long or short, have gaps, or simply need to be reshaped.

Some of the more common procedures involve:

  • Bonding - A procedure in which tooth-colored material is used to close gaps or change tooth color.
  • Contouring and reshaping - A procedure that straightens crooked, chipped, cracked or overlapping teeth.
  • Veneers - A procedure in which ultra-thin coatings are placed over the front teeth. Veneers can change the color or shape of your teeth. For example, veneers have been used to correct unevenly spaced, crooked, chipped, oddly shaped or discolored teeth.
  • Whitening and bleaching - As the term implies, whitening and bleaching, a rapidly increasing procedure, are used to make teeth whiter.

Which techniques should be used to improve your smile? A dental exam will take many factors into consideration, including your overall oral health.

  • Bleaching

    Bleaching and non-bleaching products are the two basic kinds of whitening products available today. Non-bleaching products normally use abrasives or chemicals and only remove surface stains on teeth. Bleaching products work with a chemical called peroxide and can brighten your teeth several shades. Another

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  • Bonding

    Bonding is a process in which an enamel-like material is applied to a tooth`s surface, sculpted to an ideal shape, hardened, and then polished for an ideal smile. This procedure usually can be accomplished in a single visit. Bonding is often performed in order to fill in gaps or change the color of

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  • Chipped, Cracked, and Worn Teeth

    Special thin laminates, called veneers, can often be used to correct discolored, worn down, cracked and chipped teeth. Veneers can also be used to close unsightly gaps between teeth. Stronger types of veneers made of porcelain, also called composite veneers, typically last longer because they are bonded

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  • Crowns and Bridges

    Bridges Bridges are natural-looking dental appliances that can replace a section of missing teeth. Because they are custom-made, bridges are barely noticeable and can restore the natural contour of teeth as well as the proper bite relationship between upper and lower teeth.Bridges are sometimes referred

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  • Excessive or Uneven Gums

    Many people inherit the problem of excessive or uneven gums. An aesthetic surgical procedure called a gum lift can be used to correct this problem.

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  • Grafts

    Soft tissue grafts are sometimes performed to treat gum disease, or correct other abnormalities. The procedure involves taking gum tissue from the palate or another donor source to cover an exposed root in order to even the gum line and reduce sensitivity. Periodontal procedures are available to

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  • Implants

    Before development of dental implants, dentures were the only alternative to replacing a missing tooth or teeth. Implants are synthetic structures that are placed in the area of the tooth normally occupied by the root. Implants are anchored to the jawbone or metal framework on the bone and act as

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  • Invisalign®

    Invisalign's® invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners will give you the beautiful straight teeth you've always wanted. And best of all, no one can tell you're wearing them. Invisalign® is great for adults and teenagers. What is Invisalign®? Invisalign® is the invisible way to straighten your

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  • Old and Unsightly Fillings

    Newer kinds of fillings made from composite resins and porcelain can restore unsightly fillings; many people are surprised how natural these kinds of filling materials can make a tooth once covered by the old-fashioned silver amalgams.

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  • Ridge Augmentation

    If you lose one or more permanent teeth, an indentation may result in the gums and jawbone where the tooth used to be. When no longer holding a tooth in place, the jawbone recedes and the resulting indentation looks unnatural. Ridge augmentation is a procedure that can recapture the natural contour of

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  • Teeth Whitening

    Whitening procedures have effectively restored the smile of people with stained, dull, or discolored teeth. The darker tissue of your teeth, the dentin, can become exposed as the outer layer of enamel is worn away by the effects of aging or things like caffeine and tobacco. Food particles are naturally

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  • Veneers

    Teeth that are badly stained, shaped, or crooked may be improved by a veneer placed on the surface of the affected teeth.Veneers are thin pieces of porcelain or plastic cemented over the front of your teeth to change their color or shape. Veneers are used on teeth with uneven surfaces or that are chipped,

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Testimonials

What Our Patients Say About Us

    Staff is very competent, professional and friendly. I highly recommend this practice.

    Charles G

    They all made me feel comfortable & did wonderful on taking care of my dental needs. Thank you may God bless each of you. I’m so happy my tooth can be filled thank you 🤗🙏🏻

    Peggy

    I’ve been seeing Dr. Shing for over 9 years, and he’s truly an outstanding dentist. He’s professional, gentle, and genuinely cares about his patients’ comfort and long-term dental health. Every visit is smooth and stress-free, and he always takes the time to explain what he’s doing and why. I completely trust his expertise and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great dentist!

    Honest Reviews

    The smile tells it all

    Chris R

    I feel welcomed whenever I go to Southaven Dental.

    Deidrick G

    My 8 year old son has been coming to this place for 2 years for routine check ups. 

    They have always been accommodating since I have to take my 4 year old with me. 

    Friendly, caring, professional staff and a plus because they are so wonderful with my kids. 

    Dr. Umfress has retired but the new dentist is awesome. 

    They care to remind me that my son’s appointment is coming up.

    Jackie H

    Had a great time getting my teeth cleaned by Ms Lynn.

    Steven S

    I had a great experience at Southaven Dental.  My wait wasn't long at all neither was my procedure. 

    Everyone is always very courteous and professional. 

    David W

    Everyone was very friendly and very professional.  Outstanding work!

    Jim U

    The staff is wonderful and great.  The technicians are excellent.  The dentist is also excellent.

    Ale M

    Wonderful staff! Reasonable price and they take my insurance!

    Debbie G

    Great dentist office! Highly recommend, very knowledgeable staff! Super friendly! 

    No one likes going to the dentist, but these ppl got me fixed up and on my way!

    Lone Star

    I had my 6 month checkup last week and found Dr. Shing to be thorough with asking about my decades old bridge and kind

    Maureen W

    I had a great experience with Dr. Shing today. He filled four cavities, and I didn’t feel any pain or discomfort during the entire procedure. He has a great personality, is very friendly, and made me feel completely at ease. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a skilled and caring dentist.Kelley Taylor cleaned my teeth last week and has been taking care of my cleanings for years. She’s always thorough, gentle, and professional. Simply the best!

    Charles S

    The staff was great! Kelly was amazing and informative!

    Kimyata W

    I have been going to Southaven Dental Care for many years and not once have I ever had a bad experience.  

    They are truly the best in the business!

    Jay Jay

    Great dentist...excellent staff. Visits are quick and they do their best to spot issues before they arise.

    Michael G

    They got me in as a new patient quickly for an emergency and I am so glad I chose them. I felt very cared for throughout my entire visit. I finally have a dentist office I’m excited to go to. Very grateful for the sweet staff and caring dentist. Thank you so very much!!

    Beth