Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry (Cosmetic Dentistry Page), as the name suggests, is about beautifying and enhancing your smile. Cosmetic dentistry is generally used to refer to any dental work that improves the appearance (though not necessarily the function) of a person’s teeth, gums and/or bite. Whitening teeth (Teeth Whitening | Lifelong Teeth Whitening Tricks Page) can dramatically change your appearance and make you look much younger as well. In fact, many people find that cosmetic dentistry can have some of the same dramatic results as cosmetic surgery, but with less risk and less time. In fact, many patients can have beauty-enhancing results in one or two appointments.
Who Needs Cosmetic Dentistry?
If you have stained, broken or uneven teeth, cosmetic dentistry can help. Cosmetic dentistry is different from orthodontic treatment, which can straighten your teeth with braces or other devices.
Cosmetic Dental Procedures Include:
- Bleaching (Tooth Whitening and Bleaching Page) to make teeth whiter.
- Repairing chips or rough spots with fillings (White Fillings Page) that match your teeth.
- Filling cavities with tooth-colored materials.
Cosmetic Dentistry Before & After
- Reshaping teeth that don’t match the others.
- Closing gaps between teeth.
- Covering broken teeth with porcelain crowns.
Beautiful, white teeth (Dental Cleaning & Regular Check-ups Page) have long been a hallmark of celebrities. Today’s techniques allow anyone to enjoy a winning smile. If you have chipped, stained, or crooked teeth that embarrass you, there are many procedures that your dentist can suggest. Whitening, veneers (Porcelain Veneers Page), bonding and implants (Implants Page) can transform your smile, your level of confidence, and your impact on the world.
Be cautious about starting an extensive and costly elective procedure to change your appearance. If you want to change the color of your teeth, be aware that teeth are rarely pure white. You might not be satisfied to see that shade on your smile. A less-intense white (Teeth Whitening | Lifelong Teeth Whitening Tricks Page) may be more likely to give you the look you are seeking.
In addition, excessive or frequent use of bleaching agents can lead to tooth sensitivity (Healthy Gums and Teeth Page). Whitening can be done in your dentist’s office or at home. If you whiten your teeth at home, be sure to follow the directions and to consult with your dentist.
Cosmetic dentistry can improve your self-image, particularly if you have damaged or discolored teeth. Even simple procedures such as bleaching or bonding can be real confidence-boosters.