Which Cosmetic Dentistry Treatment is Right for Me?
Are you tired of hiding your smile due to less than perfect teeth, and considering cosmetic dentistry as the solution to your dental problems? If so, then you may be wondering exactly which cosmetic dentistry treatment or treatments would be best for you.
Basically, this is entirely up to your individual, unique set of problems and issues, plus your own goals and expectations of what you wish to achieve with the help of a cosmetic dentist. Here are some of the most popular and frequently performed cosmetic dentistry treatments, with a brief discussion of the types of cosmetic dental problems each can address.
Crooked or Misaligned Teeth
If your teeth are crooked or misaligned, you may be interested in talking to a cosmetic dentist about the invisible braces called Invisalign®. These are clear aligners that are custom made for you. Generally, the aligners will be changed every two weeks, in a series of 20-40 treatments. The aligners will gradually straighten teeth. You can remove them for brushing, flossing, or special occasions, and they are very comfortable to wear, besides being almost invisible.
Stained, Discolored, Chipped, Cracked, Worn or Broken Teeth
Porcelain veneers can be successfully used to repair a variety of dental problems, as can dental bonding. Porcelain veneers are longer lasting than bonding, and are thin porcelain shells that are applied to the front and tops of imperfect teeth.
Dental Implants
If you have one missing tooth or a lot of missing teeth, dental implants may be the solution to your problem. The cosmetic dentist surgically implants a titanium post to act as an artificial “root” either into or on top of your upper or lower jawbone. After a few months, when the bone has grown around the post, it will be strong enough to support an artificial tooth. These are generally permanent and will last a lifetime with the same good oral and dental hygiene used for natural teeth.
Teeth Whitening
If your teeth are stained or discolored, professional tooth whitening can lighten them up to 10 shades through a chemical bleaching process.
Smile Makeover
A combination of any of the treatments described above. If you are tired of going through life hiding your smile, talk to a cosmetic dentist today to find out which cosmetic dentistry treatment will give you a beautiful new look. To learn more about cosmetic dentistry in Santa Fe, contact Dr. Byron Wall.