A dentistry cosmetic corrects problems to give the person a healthy-looking smile. Teeth do more than allow the person to chew food and speak properly. Damaged, stained, or missing teeth can have a negative impact on the person’s self-esteem and self-confidence.
Some people with cosmetic problems of their teeth may be unaware of how easily and effectively some of these problems can be corrected by cosmetic dentistry. A dentistry cosmetic may use a computer program to show the person how their smile can be improved with the services that the dentist offers.
A cosmetic dentistry may work with other dental professionals to make corrections. For example, a cosmetic dentistry that is performing a dental implant procedure is likely to work with an oral surgeon to implant the metal portion of the dental implant into the person’s jaw.
Many dentistry cosmetic use Invisalign products to help with a mild to moderate misalignment of the teeth. If the person has severe crowding or misalignment, the cosmetic dentistry may refer the patient to an orthodontist for traditional straightening methods like braces.
Teeth whitening is a popular cosmetic procedure. A dentistry cosmetic may use different bleaching methods to lighten stains on the teeth. The dentist may also provide products that the person can use at home as part of the aftercare of the whitening procedure to help keep the teeth white.
Teeth bonding is the application of a tooth-colored substance that is applied to the teeth and hardened using a light. If a tooth is cracked or chipped, dental bonding may be an excellent way to correct this problem. Bonding can also be used to make teeth slightly larger to close gaps between teeth. However, bonding may not be strong enough of a substance for large changes to teeth size or to fill large chips from the teeth. Depending on how the bonding was used, the bonding process may need to be repeated every few years.
Dental veneers have become a popular alternative to whitening procedures and bonding. Some dental veneer procedures performed by cosmetic dentists can not only correct stained teeth, but also chipping and slight misalignment of the teeth. The dental veneers are made of porcelain which is ideal for people who need corrections for which bonding may not be suitable.
If a person has questions about how cosmetic problems with teeth can be corrected, the person should consult a dentistry cosmetic in their area. Some family or general practice dentists will also perform some of these procedures.
