Cosmetic Dentistry

What Cosmetic Dentistry Can Do for Your Smile

A smile’s essential function is to be beautiful, but it isn’t easy. The challenges of long use, genetic variability, and developmental conditions cause many people to be dissatisfied with the appearance of their smiles. There are a number of common complaints we receive from our clients, such as:

Discolored teeth
>Chipped teeth
>Broken teeth
>Small or poorly shaped teeth
>Crooked teeth
>Gaps between teeth
>Gummy smiles
>Missing teeth

Thanks to cosmetic dentistry, there is no need to worry about any of these problems. 

The importance of cosmetic dentistry

It may seem as if cosmetic dentistry is a frivolous investment, a vanity that’s not worth it. However, the appearance of your smile is one of its most important functions. Our smiles play an important role in our normal social interactions, whether we’re meeting people for the first time or reaffirming old friendships. You use your smile both personally and professionally.

Dentists who do not consider your smile’s appearance are only doing half their job. While they can keep your teeth healthy, pain-free, and functional for chewing, they can only do half the job if they don’t improve the appearance of your smile. A good dentist is also a cosmetic dentist.

Teeth that are discolored

Discolored teeth caused by staining foods and beverages usually respond very well to teeth whitening. Porcelain veneers can make discolored teeth beautiful and white again even if they don’t respond to teeth whitening.

Teeth with chips

Porcelain veneers or dental bonding can be used to repair minor chipped teeth. The cosmetic results of veneers are better and they last longer.

Broken Teeth

A dental crown is required for teeth that are structurally compromised. Root canals are sometimes recommended first. Infection can be prevented and the tooth can remain healthy and functional with root canal treatment.

Teeth with poor shape or size

The use of porcelain veneers may be recommended for those with small or poorly shaped teeth as a result of developmental conditions such as peg laterals or retained baby teeth. It is recommended to get a dental crown if you need more structural support for your tooth.

Teeth that are crooked

There are many ways to correct crooked teeth. The traditional method of straightening your teeth without wires or brackets is orthodontics. In a procedure sometimes referred to as “instant orthodontics,” porcelain veneers can also straighten your teeth.

Teeth gaps

In some cases, orthodontics may be needed to close gaps between teeth, but dental bonding or porcelain veneers can close gaps by reshaping adjacent teeth.

Gummy Smiles

It is important to have a good balance between the gums and the teeth in order to have an attractive smile. Gum recontouring can help show off more of your pearly whites if your gums cover too much of your smile. If you have small teeth, porcelain veneers or dental crowns can help build up your teeth if you have a gummy smile.

Missing Teeth

With dental bridges or dental implants, we can repair the unsightly gap in your smile caused by missing teeth.

Custom Smile Makeovers

A lot of people are unhappy with their smiles for a variety of reasons. Several different procedures can be used to accomplish this with a custom smile makeover. We’ll design a smile makeover for you based on what you want your smile to look like. You don’t need to understand what procedures you need. Depending on the constraints such as budget or treatment time, we can even offer multiple options for you to choose from.