Cosmetic Dentistry
In the past decade, there has been a dramatic interest in cosmetic dentistry. We all realize that having a healthy, bright, beautiful smile enhances our appearance and allows us to smile with confidence. Thanks to the advances in modern cosmetic dentistry, we are able to enhance our teeth and smiles with quick, painless, and surprisingly affordable treatments.
Types of Cosmetic Dentistry
Although much of cosmetic dentistry is considered purely aesthetic, it also provides restorative treatments for cracked or damaged teeth and gums. Common types of cosmetic treatment include:- Veneers: Dental Veneers can repair chips and cracks on a damaged tooth, or gaps between the teeth.
- Teeth Whitening: As the most common form of cosmetic dentistry procedure, in-office professional teeth whitening offers a transformative approach by using a laser and a heated light to activate a gel on the surface of your teeth. This process removes deep stains or discoloration, delivering a whiter and brighter smile.
- Composite Bonding: Another method of repairing chipped, broken, or damaged tooth, composite bonding is molded to the tooth before hardening, providing a seamless and invisible transition between the filling and the remainder of the tooth.
- Dental Implants: Although dental implants are typically considered a restorative treatment, the result is a drastically improved smile in addition to improved function. Implants are molded to the jaw in place of rotted, infected, or missing teeth, and can be made to look, feel, and act like natural teeth.