Top Seven Cosmetic Dentistry Options
A bright healthy smile is one the
first things many people notice in another person. A good smile not only
improves your appearance, but it can improve confidence, attractiveness and how
people see you in the workforce. Maybe that's why there has been more interest
in cosmetic dentistry in the past few years.
It's not a trend either. As dental
procedures become safer, more affordable and easier to provide, cosmetic
dentistry promises to continue to be very popular. Whether you want to improve
the brightness of your teeth, repair a broken tooth or even change the shape
and alignment of your smile, today's advanced technology makes it possible-and
easier than ever to obtain!
If you have a need to improve your
smile and are considering a cosmetic procedure, the top seven cosmetic
dentistry options available to you in the market today, include:
- Teeth Whitening
- Composite Fillings
- Dental Implants
- Porcelain Inlays
- Porcelain Crowns
- Fixed Bridges
- Veneers
Let's look at each option a bit
closer.
Whitening your teeth
Tooth whitening is probably the most
popular and easiest of all cosmetic dentistry procedures. There are many of
at-home options, but for better results having a dental professional whiten, or
bleach, your teeth is preferable-to better protect your gums and enamel and
give you brighter results.
Composite fillings
Fillings are another common cosmetic
dentistry option for chipped, worn or decaying teeth. These can be applied to
your affected teeth in as little as one appointment. It's an easy procedure,
although fillings may be sensitive for a short while after.
Dental implants
If you are missing any teeth, you'll
be happy to know that dental implants are the best way to get a fixed
solution-no dentures involved. Today's implants are very strong (they include
both artificial root and tooth) and can be attached to your gum through safe
surgery.
Porcelain inlays
Cavities? Tooth fractures? If you
have them (or have bad or cracking fillings from a previous procedure) then
you'll love knowing that today's porcelain inlay options are safer, stronger
and can be easily implemented with as little as just two appointments. Inlays
are not always permanent and might need to be touched up at some point, but it
is a great way to fix a smile that has been broken by decay or accident.
Porcelain crowns
A crown (or cap) is another cosmetic
dentistry option for protecting broken teeth or restoring a tooth back to its
original shape and appearance. The most popular crowns are made of
tooth-colored porcelain, and they simply cover, or cap, your damaged tooth.
It's a great option for someone whose teeth can't be fixed with other cosmetic
options like traditional fillings. This procedure usually takes up to two
appointments to ensure that the crown is secure.
Fixed bridges
If you or a loved one has multiple
missing teeth, a fixed bridge can be a great dental option for you. It's a bit
more complicated cosmetic dentistry option because it involves more than one
tooth. It's actually an application that completely matches your missing teeth
and is carefully cemented into your smile. A bridge is non-removable once it is
applied, and usually involves multiple visits to ensure success.
Veneers
Veneers are individual, super thin
porcelain pieces that mimic the shape of your teeth and are cemented onto the
front of each tooth to create a brilliant white smile. Veneers are great option
for fixing mishaps, uneven teeth and stained smiles.
As you can see, there are many
cosmetic options available today-and they are safer, easier ways to regain
beautiful, healthy and protected teeth. That's something to really smile about.
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