An increasing number of individuals are turning to cosmetic dentistry to help them restore their smiles, fix minor aesthetic problems or correct major alignment problems and severe damage. Cosmetic dentistry options can vary from a quick one-treatment boost to a full smile makeover that transforms every aspect of your grin. A consultation with your dentist can allow you to discuss your preferences, needs and goals and create a treatment plan that will address each one.
One of the more common cosmetic treatments in dentistry is teeth whitening. Stains are a common issue thanks to lifestyle and dietary habits. A brighter, more youthful appearance can be restored to your teeth with teeth whitening treatments. A powerful peroxide solution can either be applied directly to teeth or using custom-fit mouth trays.
Dental bonding can be used to correct small areas of damage, such as chips or deeper areas of staining. Your dentist can perform dental bonding using composite resin, which is a tooth-colored material that can be smoothed on like putty and shaped carefully to match the other teeth. When it has been cured using a special light, your dentist will polish it to a beautiful shine.
In many cases, more extensive damage has occurred. Teeth may be worn, gapped, chipped, misaligned, or they may have suffered extensive staining. Dental veneers may be an option. Dental veneers are thin porcelain shells that cover the visible portion of your teeth. A small amount of dental enamel is removed, and your teeth are prepared, and impressions are taken for your new dental veneers. Once the dental veneers are ready, they are bonded to your teeth where they can last up to 20 years or longer, providing you with a natural-looking, resilient smile.
If you have serious misalignments but are not interested in conventional metal braces, you may be a candidate for Invisalign aligners. Invisalign uses clear plastic aligners to straighten your teeth gently and without unattractive brackets, wires or bands. Your treatment plan is created at your initial consultation, and the dental laboratory creates a series of aligners, which you will change every two to three weeks throughout your treatment period. You can take your aligners out for cleaning or eating.
Your options for achieving an attractive, more cosmetically pleasing smile are basically endless. Your dentist may choose a single treatment or a combination of several treatments to help you reach your desired results.
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