Chips, stains, dental gaps – cosmetic dentistry can correct pretty much any aesthetic concern when it comes to your teeth. But if you’re considering cosmetic dentistry, you’d probably like a more specific idea of how it can transform your grin. The best thing you can do to learn more is talk to your dentist – and the second is to keep reading!
Chipped or Cracked Teeth
There are a couple of different ways cosmetic dentistry can address dental damage:
- Tooth-colored crowns and fillings are a seamless, natural-looking alternative to metal restorations.
- Porcelain veneers will conceal minor chips and cracks on the front-facing portion of your teeth. Once adhered, your pearly whites will appear to be perfectly smooth.
- Dental bonding is a tooth-colored, moldable resin that can be sculpted to precisely fill in small dental imperfections.
The best, most aesthetic solution for your smile will depend on the severity of your chips and cracks. But don’t worry, your dentist will help you choose your best-fit treatment.
Misalignment and Gaps Between Teeth
Orthodontics is often the go-to treatment for crooked teeth and awkward dental gaps. Instead of getting metal braces, you can straighten your smile in style with clear aligners. Whether you choose Invisalign, ClearCorrect, or another similar brand, the aligners will be so low-profile that no one will even notice them when you speak or grin. You’ll be able to maintain a professional appearance throughout your transformation.
Staining
Like with chipped or cracked teeth, there’s more than one way to deal with dental staining:
- Professional teeth whitening is much more effective than the “whitening” products you’ll find in stores. Within a few weeks, your teeth will be six to eight shades brighter.
- Porcelain veneers provide comprehensive coverage for the front-facing portion of your teeth and can conceal discoloration just as easily as dental damage.
- Dental bonding can take care of dark spots on your enamel by hiding them underneath precisely color-matched resin.
Professional teeth whitening can eliminate the vast majority of dental stains, but in the case of deep-set, stubborn discoloration, you can still enjoy a bright smile with veneers or bonding.
Gummy Smiles
If your teeth look too short or something about your grin looks too…pink, the problem might not have anything to do with your teeth at all. The problem might, in fact, be your gums! An overextended gumline can overshadow your teeth, making them appear disproportional. Gum recontouring treatment aims to reshape your gumline, trimming it back so that more of your pearly whites can shine through.
If there’s an aesthetic dental issue, cosmetic dentistry can correct it while maintaining the natural look of your smile. Call your dentist today so you can built the perfect treatment plan and start your transformation!
About the Practice
At Beverly Farms Dental, our team understands that the appearance of your teeth can be just as important as their function. If there’s an aesthetic dental concern you’d like to correct, our dedicated dentists will gladly meet with you for a cosmetic dentistry consultation. To get in touch, contact our office at 978-927-3515 or submit an appointment request online through our website.
