All about Cosmetic Dentistry

For many Americans, insecurity about physical appearance is a consuming and limiting problem. Feeling unattractive can inhibit a person in his interaction with others, decrease self-confidence, and stand in the way of success at work and in personal relationships. While some causes of insecurity are more difficult to fix than others, a common cause of these negative feelings is a smile that’s less than inviting, and may evoke feelings of needing to hide from the world. In some cases, lack of proper dental care and sloppy dental habits may contribute to a less than beautiful smile. In others, it’s simply age and overuse that causes those pearly whites to lose their luster. Whatever the reason, a smile that doesn’t sparkle can get in the way of everyday life. Fortunately, it’s a problem that can be fixed, often with a visit to our office. Though many people don’t have a cosmetic dentist, or even know one, the treatments are often relatively quick and painless, as well as affordable, and can make a world of difference in a person’s physical appearance.

Cosmetic dentistry is not a replacement for visits to your regular dentist, but it can help fix aesthetic problems that have come up as a result of much-needed dental work, or simply naturally occurring problems with your smile. Simply put, your regular dentist helps keep your mouth strong and healthy, while we keep your smile attractive and inviting. A cosmetic dentist has a huge arsenal of tricks up his sleeve to fix virtually any imperfection, including composite bonding, fillings, teeth whitening, veneers, and dental implants. While the average patient is likely unaware that many of these technologies for improving a person’s teeth even exist, many are even covered by dental insurance, helping to make affordable dental care a reality for Americans of all ages and income levels.

Before scheduling a visit, it’s important to fix any dental issues through a visit with your family dentist. It is important that teeth and gums are healthy and clean before work can be done on improving their appearance, and any structural problems that may prohibit certain procedures should be identified. In many cases, a cosmetic dentist will work in a clinic environment with other types of dentists, meaning a person only has to visit one location to have all his dental needs handled quickly and expertly. When researching cosmetic dentists in your area, ask if this option may be available.