A trip to the cosmetic dentist can be beneficial even if you are happy with the appearance of your smile. A cosmetic dentist is a dentist who spends most of their time fixing the appearance of teeth and gums. While cosmetic dentistry focuses on improving the aesthetics of teeth, improving the appearance of teeth often provides therapeutic benefits, as well.
Here are some of the reasons why going to a cosmetic dentist is a good idea regardless of the condition of your teeth:
Cosmetic dentists often take detailed digital images of their patient's teeth that serve as documentation if they end up becoming damaged. It makes it easier for the dentist to restore the patient's teeth to their original appearance if dental issues develop.
Cosmetic dentists also perform treatments that can keep your teeth free of problems that can negatively impact their appearance, like tooth decay. Treatments like teeth cleaning are performed regularly to keep teeth healthy, and the dentist gets to examine the patient's teeth while cleaning them. Any dental problems that are detected during routine visits can be treated immediately.
Teeth that appear to be vulnerable to tooth decay can be protected by applying a dental sealant.
Designing oral restorations like crowns and veneers is a bit of an art form. While general dentists can design these restorations as well, they might not have the artistic vision needed to craft a prosthetic that looks natural and enhances the patient's smile.
For example, a cosmetic dentist is more likely to recommend tooth-colored fillings over metal fillings since the former lead to better aesthetics.
When a person's bite is not properly balanced, some of their teeth might have to deal with greater bite forces than they are designed to handle. This can lead to wear, tear and, eventually, breaks. Addressing the patient's teeth alignment issues can help to alleviate excess bite forces on them.
A cosmetic dentist can use oral appliances such as clear braces and clear aligners to treat teeth alignment problems. Doing so also helps to keep the patient's teeth healthy since straight teeth are easier to clean than crooked teeth.
Untreated bite issues can end up developing into a more serious condition known as a temporomandibular joint disorder. It can be quite uncomfortable to live with, and it damages teeth surfaces.
A cosmetic dentist performs all the treatments performed by a general dentist, and they have more experience performing treatments that improve the appearance of your smile. Thanks to modern dental technology, there is no such thing as a set of teeth that are "too bad" to be fixed by a cosmetic dentist.
With so many solutions to choose from, like teeth whitening, tooth-colored fillings, crowns and veneers, there's a treatment plan for every dental problem. Call or visit our Tucson clinic to learn more about how a cosmetic dentist can improve your smile.
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