Serving Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton — Teeth Whitening, Porcelain Veneers, Dental Implants, and More

Cosmetic dentistry has truly changed the way patients approach their teeth. With the latest dental treatments, we can totally transform even the most damaged teeth to help patients achieve that brilliant white smile they’ve always wanted. Dr. Thomas Worcester is passionate about giving our patients from around the Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton region a confident smile. With teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, dental implants, and other dental options and procedures, our doctor can turn your hope of having healthy, beautiful teeth into a reality.

Lighthouse Dental Care is proud to offer complimentary cosmetic dentistry consultations; contact our Pompano Beach cosmetic dentist today to learn more.

• Teeth Whitening
• Porcelain Veneers
• Dental Implants
• Dental Bonding
• Tooth-colored Fillings
• Sedation Dentistry
• Extreme Smile Makeovers
• Restorative Dentistry
• General Dentistry

Teeth Whitening

One of the most dramatic ways to improve the overall appearance of your smile is with professional teeth whitening. Because the teeth are porous, they absorb the staining elements found in nicotine, wine, sodas, and other foods; even certain medications can cause the enamel to turn a grayish hue. Lighthouse Dental Care, near Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton, uses the in-office teeth whitening system from Zoom!® to brighten smiles in just one hour’s time. Zoom!® teeth whitening is safe, comfortable, and provides lasting results.

During the treatment, your teeth will be coated with a unique gel that is then activated by the intense Zoom!® lamp to deep clean the stains that have built up over the years. Many patients ask us about sensitivity problems after having a teeth whitening procedure, and we are pleased to inform them that the state-of-the-art Zoom!® treatment causes almost no increase in sensitivity. The only noticeable “side effects” are a whiter, more stunning smile.

Dr. Thomas Worcester also offers professional-grade whitening kits for patients to take home and use at their own convenience. Although it does not work as quickly as in-office whitening, the Nite White® ACP teeth whitening system gives amazing results in as few as six days. And because Nite White® ACP contains a patented combination of fluoride, potassium nitrate, and amorphous calcium phosphate, it is clinically proven to cause the least amount of sensitivity compared to other similar kits.

To learn more about our in-office and at-home teeth whitening systems, as well as the Smiles for Life campaign, please contact Lighthouse Dental Care.

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Porcelain Veneers

Many patients come to our practice hoping to completely makeover their smile. Teeth that are misshaped, cracked, yellowed, or otherwise damaged can benefit from the application of porcelain veneers. This innovative dental miracle can be used to transform one tooth or an entire smile; the effect is so remarkable, veneers are sometimes referred to as “instant orthodontics.” Made of a very fine layer of composite porcelain, the veneers can be colored to match the exact shade of a patient’s natural teeth to create a seamless smile.

The porcelain veneer process is completed in three separate stages. First, Dr. Worcester will meet with you for a consultation to discuss all the details of undergoing this cosmetic dentistry procedure. He will review all your options and ascertain exactly what type of smile you are looking for. During your second session, the doctor will slightly reshape the tooth or teeth that will receive a veneer to prepare for the additional thickness of the porcelain. After he has removed approximately one-half-millimeter of enamel, Dr. Worcester will make a mold of your mouth. From this precise model, the lab will craft the customized porcelain veneers which will eventually replace the removed layer of enamel.

The third stage of the process is the application of the veneers. During your final appointment, Dr. Worcester will carefully apply an adhesive to the teeth, and then place the custom-made veneers. A special light is used to harden the adhesive resin and permanently secure the veneers, and the dentist will buff and polish the teeth to give them a brilliant, natural glow.

Contact Lighthouse Dental Care, near Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton, to discuss porcelain veneers with Dr. Worcester.

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Dental Implants

Do you need to replace one or more teeth, but can’t imagine wearing dentures? Do you already have dentures, and wish there was a more stable, lasting solution? Practical, comfortable, and beautiful: dental implants have revolutionized the way dentists treat lost and damaged teeth. Through our partnership with excellent implant surgeons, Lighthouse Dental Care can help you to permanently restore the natural look and feel of your own teeth.

Restoring your smile with dental implants takes place in three steps: implantation of a unique titanium “post,” integration of the post with the surrounding soft and hard tissue, and attachment of the pontic (replacement tooth) to the post. Because the process involves oral surgery, receiving dental implants takes approximately three to six months from start to finish, depending upon the placement of the implants. For example, a full arch restoration takes longer to complete than replacing two or three teeth.

Dental implants allow our patients to smile, laugh, and enjoy their favorite foods with confidence. Unlike dentures, they do not provoke jawbone deterioration and they won’t slip out of place.

If you live near Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton, and would like to receive dental implants, get in touch with our office today. Dr. Worcester will be happy to answer any questions you might have about oral surgery and implant dentistry.

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Dental Bonding

When teeth are slightly cracked, chipped, or discolored, dental bonding can be a great way to cover imperfections and strengthen teeth. Using a special composite resin that is colored to match the shade of your natural teeth, Dr. Worcester carefully “paints” layers of the bonding material onto the damaged tooth. Once the layers have hardened, the doctor shapes the bonded tooth so that it is seamlessly integrated into your smile.

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Tooth-colored Fillings

In the past, cavities were filled using an amalgam of metals. They did the job, but left an unnatural metallic glint behind. Fortunately, advances in dental technology have led to a new type of filling that uses tooth-colored porcelain composite instead of metal. These tooth-colored fillings look incredibly natural and are nearly impossible to discern in a patient’s mouth. They are also significantly safer than traditional amalgam fillings, which some doctors believe can cause health problems due to their mercury content.

Get in touch with Lighthouse Dental Care in Pompano Beach for an appointment with Dr. Worcester.

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Sedation Dentistry

It is not uncommon for patients to have serious anxiety at the thought of going to the dentist. After painful past experiences in the dentist's chair, such fear is understandable. At Lighthouse Dental Care, we offer sedation dentistry to help patients feel more relaxed and comfortable during treatment. Our sedation methods do not cause sustained drowsiness, but instead allow a patient to enter an anxiety-free, soothing state-of-mind.

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Extreme Smile Makeovers

Many of our patients from around Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton come to us for teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, and dental implants with the hope of completely transforming their smile. Lighthouse Dental Care is proud to offer “Extreme Smile Makeovers” to help their dreams come true. A smile makeover is made up of a combination of cosmetic, restorative, and general dentistry procedures designed to meet the unique needs of the patient. For example, an Extreme Smile Makeover patient might receive a gum lift and contouring, teeth whitening, and Invisalign® to create a dazzling, straight smile.

Contact Dr. Worcester right away to discuss which treatment options are best for achieving the smile you want.

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Restorative Dentistry

Lighthouse Dental Care offers the following restorative dentistry treatments:

• Porcelain Crowns
• Porcelain Bridges
• Inlays and Onlays
• Full and Partial Dentures
• Invisalign® Invisible Braces

Contact Lighthouse Dental Care in Pompano Beach to learn more about our restorative dentistry procedures.

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General Dentistry

Dr. Worcester also provides a complete range of general dental care to protect the health of your teeth and prevent future damage. Our general dentistry treatments include:

• Oral Exams and Professional Cleanings
• Tooth Extraction
• Periodontal Care
• Gum Disease Prevention and Treatment
• Root Canals
• Professional Breath Control
• Dental Emergencies
• Children’s Dentistry
• Fluoride Treatments
• Sealants

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If you are interested in any of these general dental treatments, or would like more information from our Fort Lauderdale-area office about teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, or dental implants, please contact us today.

If you live in the Fort Lauderdale or Boca Raton area and would like to learn more about teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, dental implants, or other dental treatments, please contact Dr. Thomas Worcester today.

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