What Is Cosmetic Dentistry?

Cosmetic dentistry focuses on improving the appearance of your smile. Beautifying your gums and teeth can benefit your self-confidence. Cosmetic dental treatments can even enhance your oral health.

Any patient can pursue cosmetic dental procedures if they have healthy gums and teeth. Your dentist may need to address other conditions (like cavities or gum disease) before scheduling your cosmetic procedure. 

Benefits of Cosmetic Dental Procedures

Depending on the cosmetic dental treatments you choose, these services can:

• Improve your self-confidence
• Brighten stained, dull, or discolored teeth
• Improve the shape of your teeth
• Enhance your smile
• Ensure a balanced, symmetrical smile
• Conceal cracked or chipped teeth

Visit your Bradford dentist to discuss your needs and concerns. The dentist will develop a customized treatment plan based on your goals. With their help, you can discover your dream smile. 

Many people feel self-conscious about the appearance of their teeth. They often start hiding their smiles in social settings or when taking photos. Your self-perception of your smile can affect your self-confidence. Cosmetic dental procedures can resolve your concerns. You'll start smiling more often, which can boost your body's natural serotonin production.

Serotonin is associated with your mood and general well-being. Smiling more often and socializing can improve your mood and quality of life. Cosmetic dentistry can improve your oral health.

For example, perhaps you're missing a tooth. The remaining teeth can start shifting toward the gap in your smile, causing your teeth to appear crooked. You could struggle to chew, which can affect your digestive health. Food particles and plaque will have more places to hide, increasing your risk of tooth decay and gum disease. Cosmetic dentistry can restore your smile. You can straighten your teeth with Invisalign and fill the gap with a dental implant. These treatments can help you avoid oral health complications. 

Cosmetic Dental Treatments

Visit Dr. Arif Virani in Bradford, Ontario  to discuss your dental care concerns. They'll help you determine which cosmetic dental treatments can help. Here are a few procedures you may want to consider. 

Dental Implants

One missing tooth can compromise your oral health and appearance. Remember, the remaining teeth can shift toward the gap. If your teeth aren't in proper alignment, you may notice a change in your bite.

Your cheeks can sink inward if your jawbone lacks stimulation. The jawbone can degrade if you delay seeking treatment.

Your dentist may recommend a dental implant. They'll surgically place an artificial tooth root into your jawbone. Your jawbone will have the stimulation it needs.

Over time, osseointegration will occur. This process will ensure the implant remains stable and in place. Your dental implant won't shift when you eat or speak (a common problem for patients who wear dentures).

After osseointegration is complete, your dentist will place a dental crown over the implant. The implant will restore your appearance and functionality. It will also look natural among your existing teeth. 

Teeth Whitening

Food dyes and beverages like wine, coffee, and tea can discolor your teeth over time. More people are relying on teeth-whitening treatments to improve the appearance of their smiles. However, at-home-teeth-whitening kits aren't always effective. Teeth-whitening agents in the products you use at home could damage your protective tooth enamel. Instead, consider visiting your Bradford dentist to discuss professional teeth whitening treatment.

Your dentist can use different methods to whiten your teeth. Their solutions are safer and more effective, ensuring better results. Your Bradford dentist can recommend complementary treatments after you whiten your teeth. You can customize your smile makeover based on your goals and concerns. With their help, you can start showing off a beautiful smile with the utmost confidence. 

Crowns

Dental crowns are caps designed to restore weak, broken, or decayed teeth. They're designed to fit over an existing tooth. Your dentist may use a dental crown after you receive a dental implant or root canal treatment.

Dental crowns are ideal for patients with cracked, worn, severely stained, or weak teeth. In some cases, they're used to hold a dental bridge in place. 

Talk to your dentist about the materials they use. Crowns are made out of porcelain, resin, or metal. 

If you want an option that looks natural among your existing teeth, choose ceramic or porcelain. If you're concerned about durability, consider metal or porcelain-fused-to-metal. 

Dental Veneers

Dental veneers are small, tooth-colored shells. They're designed to fit over an existing tooth. Your dentist may recommend a veneer if you have:

• A severely discolored tooth
• Broken or chipped teeth
• Smaller-than-average teeth
• Gaps between teeth
• Unusually shaped teeth

A lab will create your veneers. Once they're ready, your dentist will customize the veneers to look natural among your teeth. They can adjust the fit, color, and shape as necessary. 

With proper maintenance, your dental veneers can last between 5 to 10 years. They can restore your smile to hide aesthetic issues. 

Choose Cosmetic Dentistry in Bradford, Ontario

With their help, you can choose between cosmetic dental procedures to develop a customer treatment plan. Improving the appearance of your teeth can improve your oral health and confidence. Ready to discover your dream smile? Visit our team at Dentistry on 88.

We're dedicated to taking care of our community through exceptional service. We have years of experience enhancing smiles. Contact us today to achieve the beautiful, healthy smile of your dreams.