The Types of Cosmetic Dentistry

Although cosmetic dentistry may not seem important in your day to day life, it can be a real life saver if something comes up! What are the types of cosmetic dentistry and when would you need it?

There are many kinds of cosmetic dentistry out there and many different dental clinics that offer it. However, most people are less concerned with it than with basic cleaning and fills-until something more elaborate is required. For this reason, it's a good idea to have a dentist who can at the very least refer you in the right direction, if not do it all himself. It's also a good idea to know what kinds of cosmetic dental work is out there so you know what kind of services to expect. There are several kinds of cosmetic dentistry, but the overall purpose is to make your smile and your teeth more attractive and more useful to you.

Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening, using things other than basic gel, is the most basic form of cosmetic surgery. Teeth whitening in a dental office use things like light activated bleach, porcelain veneers, and bonding. These things whiten teeth in under an hour using a variety of methods. For example, veneers are thin strips made of porcelain placed over your teeth while bonding is a resin that is contoured over your teeth. These things are more expensive, but they also work faster and more thoroughly.

Teeth Replacement

Gap tooth smiles are cute in a five year old-less cut when you are twenty five. However, there are many people who have gaps in their teeth; sometimes adult teeth fall out or have to be pulled out, leaving a hole. If you want to recapture a smooth smile, then you will want to look at getting your teeth replaced. Dental implants work by making a tooth (or a crown) and anchoring it to a titanium screw implanted in your jaw to keep your jaw bones and muscles working strong. It is labor intensive, but in the end, you have a full jaw of teeth, which means better appearance, easier chewing, and your jaw bone remains strong.

Tooth Contouring

Tooth contouring is done to reshape teeth into a more pleasant shape. It can be used to correct crooked, chipped and misaligned teeth without the use of braces and in one session painlessly. Tooth contouring uses laminate materials to make your teeth appear straighter and tidier. It's a great way to take a crooked smile into a flawless one with no pain and little effort.

Gum Surgery

Cosmetic gum surgery can be done to correct a 'gummy smile'; a smile wherein too much gum is shown. Gum surgery can involve cutting away some of the gum with a laser or lengthening the appearance of your teeth through contouring. Gum surgery may not be necessary for many people, but those who are self conscious about their smiles could consider this as a way to make a beautiful smile.

Cosmetic dentistry may not seem important, especially with so many people struggling with a budget, but it is still important to consider what services your dentist offers in case you need them at some other point. It's always a good idea to have a dentist who offers as many services as possible (or at least can refer you to a good dental clinic) because you never know when you will need more than a cleaning and the occasional filling!

Source by Bobby Milton

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