People who have flaws in their teeth turn to cosmetic dentists since they can fix most problems with the teeth as well as restore their appearance. Despite the benefits of cosmetic dentistry, some people are still wary about getting their teeth fixed, which is why we have created a list of important reasons why they should see a cosmetic dentist.
Three important facts about cosmetic dentistry
Three things that people need to know about cosmetic dentistry include:
1. It can be used to fix a number of issues
When most people think about cosmetic dentistry, the first thing that comes to their mind is teeth whitening. Even though it is one of the most popular treatments people see cosmetic dentists for, there are bigger problems in the teeth that cosmetic dentists can fix. For example, cosmetic dentistry can be used to fix problems like missing teeth, with the dentist being able to replace the teeth with either dentures, dental bridges or dental implants. Problems like broken or chipped teeth as well as crooked or crowded teeth can also be fixed with a visit to a cosmetic dentist.
Cosmetic dentists fix the flaws in the teeth using:
Dental veneers are wafer-thin shells that are usually made from porcelain. They are used to fix problems like crowded, stained and broken or chipped teeth by filing off part of the teeth and bonding the veneers to their surface, fixing the flaws while ensuring the patient’s teeth appear natural.
Bonding is used to fix similar problems, but instead of a shell being fitted to the surface of the teeth, the bonding material is spread over the affected area, shaped and colored to look like the natural teeth before being hardened into place.
Dental crowns are used when a tooth has been worn down by grinding, if a tooth is fractured or broken, or if the patient wants to replace missing teeth. The crown, which is also known as a cap, is fitted over the affected tooth and cemented into place, protecting the tooth from more wear as well as potential infection.
2. Most procedures are non-invasive
Another common mistake that people make when it comes to cosmetic dentistry is thinking they will have to undergo some form of surgery to fix the problems with their teeth. However, that is not always the case because most cosmetic dentistry procedures are non-invasive and do not require surgery.
Procedures like teeth whitening, bonding and the use of dental veneers are all non-invasive, which means there is little to no pain involved. However, some treatment option, like the use of dental implants to replace missing teeth, require surgery, which means there is some pain involved. Other procedures, like using dental crowns to protect a tooth after a root canal, involve a small amount of pain, most of which comes from the root canal itself.
3. It improves confidence
Cosmetic dentistry gives patients a big confidence boost because the procedures that they underwent fixed the problems they had with their teeth. Patients' self-confidence increases, as they are no longer self-conscious about the way their teeth look. This also increases the willingness to interact with people at work, school or at social events.
Conclusion
Cosmetic dentistry is a very useful dental practice that allows you to fix the way your teeth look and have you smiling confidently in public. If you want to undergo one of the procedures and want more information, talk to your dentist. You can speak to them about your concerns before starting the treatment.
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