Cosmetic dentistry is not something new in the medical world. Some procedures can be done to improve your smile.

Sometimes cosmetic dentistry is done for medical purposes, but there are times when it is done based on patients requests. If you are not happy with your smile, then it is time to consider consulting a dentist for cosmetic dentistry. Here are some of the most common procedures:

Teeth whitening

 

A teeth whitening procedure is one of the basic cosmetic dental surgery procedures. It is done in the doctor’s office and takes a short time. You don’t have to spend a lot of money for the procedure. Before the procedure is done, the dentist will do a professional cleaning. In some instances, professional cleaning is enough to get rid of stains.

You might not even need to proceed with teeth whitening in case professional cleaning clears all the stains. However, for teeth whitening, the dentist will use laser technology or any other whitening method.

Teeth alignment

With cosmetic dentistry, it is now possible to align misaligned teeth. All you need to do is to consult a dentist and get braces or invisalign. Braces are the old technology method of teeth alignment, and they are pieces of metal that are attached to the teeth. On the other hand, invisalign is made using a smooth material that is easy on the gums and does not cause any effect on the gums.

Veneers and crowns

Veneers and crowns are used to correct damaged enamel. The best thing about using veneers and crowns is the fact that they look like natural teeth. Veneers are strong bonds between the teeth, and they are used for teeth that have damaged by decay or discoloration. Crowns, on the other hand, are caps on the teeth and they are attached to protect teeth from further damage.

Dental implants

Dental implants are the best solution especially when you have lost teeth. If you have lost some teeth through an accident or otherwise, then you need to replace the teeth with dental implants. Implants serve as an alternative to your natural teeth, and they are a permanent solution to tooth loss. Once you get the dental implants, no one will even notice that they are not your permanent teeth.