Cosmetic Dentists Fix Teeth and Gums

There is nothing more appealing to either men or women as a beautiful, perfect smile. The only way to achieve this beauty is by having teeth and gums that are healthy and well-shaped. For cosmetic dentists the task is to use the tools they have, their patients’ natural features, and their own artistic eye to craft something that will look both stunning and natural. It is possible to adjust and mold the shape of teeth. It is also possible to contour the gums to expose just the right amount of tooth while making the bases look symmetrical.

The first and most important concern before having cosmetic dentists do work on one’s mouth is to be sure that it is very healthy and clean. It is not possible to improve the health of the mouth simply by improving the look. Therefore anyone considering these types of procedures should begin a strict oral hygiene regimen. This means brushing and flossing twice a day and after meals. In order to make sure the soft tissue is healthy it is also suggested that an antibacterial mouthwash be used. This will create a good base for the doctor to work with when he sets out to create the new smile.

Often cosmetic dentists begin by reshaping and correcting damage in the teeth that are cracked, chipped, misaligned or crooked. It does not matter whether the damage is hereditary or a result of trauma or perhaps simply poor hygiene. Often if it is something minor like a chip or a rough patch it is possible for the doctor to simply buff it smooth and perhaps use a small amount of material to make it consistent. If there is more significant damage like a crack or a missing tooth then more involved procedures are necessary.

In most instances, using the remaining and healthy shapes left cosmetic dentists will redesign and recast a replacement. This will be custom tailored to fit seamlessly into the general architecture that is already there. After making everything look its best often all of the teeth will be polished and smoothed to create a luminous glow. In instances of staining or misshaping many patients opt to have veneers applied to the underlying structures so that they can have the most perfect smile.

An often-overlooked part of the smile is the role gums play. In people with too much tissue the teeth get obscured. In those with too little tissue there is too much exposure. Neither of these situations is ideal and that is why many cosmetic dentists will work to shape and contour the gums. Occasionally the gingival tissue will return but it is possible to revise the procedure.