Cosmetic dentistry is a term used to describe dental procedures that aim to improve the appearance of a patient’s smile. These are typically elective procedures that can be fairly simple or more complex. Cosmetic dentistry is an excellent option for patients seeking to gain self-esteem and confidence that comes with a beautiful smile.
Schedule an AppointmentWhat are some treatment options for patients with discolored teeth?
There are several techniques used to repair damaged teeth with natural appearing, artificial replacements.
- Bonding: resin-like material made to match the color of the tooth is applied to the missing part and then hardened in place. The dentist will sculpt the material into its proper place to improve the appearance of the tooth.
- Veneers and Crowns: these techniques are used in tooth color correction and in the restoration of broken teeth. Veneers placed over the front surface of a tooth can change its shape to address shape irregularities. Crowns can also improve tooth shape but are often used to provide extra strength to a compromised tooth.
Are there cosmetic dentistry options to improve the appearance of fillings?
A dental filling is the same thing as a dental inlay or onlay. A patient usually requires these treatments to correct small areas of tooth decay. Inlays/onlays can be made out of various materials with natural looking options like porcelain or ceramic being the best choice for cosmetic dentistry.
- Dental Inlays: inlays are chosen for their appearance when an unsightly filling would normally be required. An inlay is different from an onlay as it only fills areas on the top surface of the tooth and doesn’t extend around the edges of the tooth.
- Dental Onlays: onlays are used to repair the surface of tooth and extend beyond to replace one or several tooth cusps.
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