If you care about the appearance of your smile, you may be a candidate for cosmetic dentistry. This means you have a condition that can be corrected with cosmetic dentistry. Dental problems such as discoloration, misalignment, and chipped teeth can all be treated with cosmetic dentistry. At Smile Fresh Dental Grand Blanc, our dentist can recommend the best treatment depending on your specific case. In some cases, more than one procedure may be necessary to achieve your desired results. For example, if you have severe tooth discoloration, your dentist may recommend veneers or teeth whitening first to correct the color and then orthodontics to straighten your teeth.
The Benefits Of Cosmetic Dentistry
Straighter Teeth And A Healthier Bite
Braces and aligners are common cosmetic dental care forms that straighten teeth and improve jaw function. This will help to prevent a host of problems in the future, like TMJ disorders or tooth decay. Other treatments like Invisalign use clear aligners to straighten out your teeth discreetly.
Better Overall Health
When your oral health is improved, your overall health can also improve. Many infections in the mouth can travel through the bloodstream and affect the rest of the body. Oral health problems can also be a sign of other health issues, such as diabetes or heart disease, so it’s essential to keep on top of your oral health with regular cleanings and exams.
Improved Self-Confidence
By improving your smile with cosmetic dentistry techniques, you’ll feel much more confident in yourself when interacting with others. This will lead to better relationships and improved quality of life in general.
Cosmetic Dental Procedures
Teeth Whitening
Professional bleaching is the fastest and most effective way to whiten teeth. In-office whitening can make your teeth up to ten shades lighter in a single visit! Take-home kits can also achieve great results over a more extended period. Both methods will brighten your smile and boost your confidence in your appearance.
Dental Bonding
This composite resin material can fix teeth cracks, close stubborn gaps, and cover stains. It’s available in various tooth colors and can be custom-tinted to match the exact shade of your natural teeth. It can also fill in small cavities for a natural-looking restoration.
Veneers
Veneers are thin porcelain shells bonded to the fronts of your teeth to change their size, shape, and color. At the first appointment, your dentist will prepare your teeth by removing a small amount of enamel to make room for the veneer. Then, an impression will be made and sent to a trusted lab for your permanent veneers to be made. At your second appointment, your dentist will bond your custom-made veneers to the front of your tooth surface to provide you with a beautiful new smile!