Common Cosmetic Treatments to Enhance the Smile’s Beauty

Whether due to trauma or genetics, imperfections on teeth can be unattractive. Cosmetic dental solutions are available to mask issues like discoloration and enhance the smile’s appeal. Here are a few common cosmetic dental treatments that solve those cosmetic concerns.

Composite Bonding

Bonding repair slightly damaged teeth. A composite material resembling the color of enamel is applied to teeth where a crack or chip may be present, restoring the structure and making for a natural-looking appearance. Bonding is most effective at smaller cosmetic issues. 

Veneers

Made from custom created wafers of porcelain, veneers are a well-known solution for patients with a variety of cosmetic issues. You should consider veneers for teeth that are either cracked, damaged from tetracycline, or deeply discolored and cannot be whitened with regular treatments.  Veneers look realistic and can be shade matched to your desired whiteness. 

Veneers are applied after teeth have been prepared. This process requires removing a small amount of surface enamel to allow the veneers to latch to and remain sturdy. Using a bonding adhesive, veneers are cemented in place and make for a lifelike appearance. 

Porcelain Crowns

Like all dental restorations, porcelain or other ceramic crowns can be shade matched to a desired whiteness. These restorations restore the function of a tooth that has either been damaged by trauma or has decayed while keeping to the natural color of enamel. This restorations is often provided after a root canal or when a tooth has been treated for severe decay. 

Teeth Whitening

A common dental treatment that can be found even as an over-the-counter option is professional teeth whitening. This cosmetic options enhances the smile by lifting away stains and applying a bleaching agent that whitens the smile.

Whitening should occur after a thorough dental cleaning by your hygienist. Teeth can be bleached to the patients desired shade of white. However, it is important to maintain the whiteness by avoiding drinks such as wine and soda or certain stain prone foods. You can also maintain the coloring with whitening toothpaste provided by your dentist or over the counter. 

For more information about cosmetic dental treatments and how they can enhance the beauty of your smile, contact our office today.