Just about everyone has something that they don’t love about their smile. Whether it be a subtle asymmetry or a massive misalignment, it can become easy to feel hopeless about the state of your teeth.
What people might not know is that cosmetic dentistry is capable of addressing just about any cosmetic issue you might have. You might think that sounds too good to be true, but the fact is that there’s a cosmetic treatment for everyone. Here are some of the most common, and what they can do for you.
Teeth Whitening
Between coffee, red wine, and tomato sauce, we all enjoy something that can discolor our smiles. As a result, there are a lot of people who wish their smile was a little bit whiter than it is. Teeth whitening can make that happen—within a single appointment, your dentist can use a bleaching solution that can make your smile up to eight shades whiter.
Direct Bonding
It’s often said that dentistry is a mixture of art and science; direct bonding allows your dentist to use your teeth as a canvas upon which they can paint your perfect smile. If you’ve ever had a filling, the process is similar; your dentist will mix up a composite resin that can be layered onto your tooth, covering up any cracks, gaps, or other imperfections.
Invisalign
There’s nothing that inspires more confidence than a straight smile. That said, many people aren’t a fan of traditional metal braces.
For them, Invisalign is a perfect solution—you can get the same straight smile as with braces, but much more discreetly. Invisalign aligners are also removable, which means that you can remove any dietary restrictions by taking them off before meals.
Veneers
Have you ever wondered how Hollywood celebrities get their teeth to be so beautiful? For many of them, veneers are the answer. Your dentist can remove a tiny sliver of your enamel and replace it with a shell of beautiful porcelain, giving you the appearance of a beautiful smile.
If all these cosmetic treatments are a little disorienting, don’t worry; your dentist can talk to you about which of them is a good fit for you.
About the Author
Dr. Nelson Howard is a dentist who takes pride in his ability to care for his patients in a variety of ways. Whether it’s treating a toothache or crafting the smile of your dreams, he feels confident in his ability to help with whatever issue you’re having. Dr. Howard graduated from the UCLA School of Dentistry, and he’s been recognized as an Accredited Member by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, a distinction achieved by less than 500 dentists across the world.
If you have any questions about what cosmetic dentistry can do for you, he can be reached at his website or by phone at (858) 451-0550.