Having flawed teeth can leave you feeling self-conscious about your dental condition. After all, your smile is one of the first things people notice about you, and you want to be remembered for the right reasons. Thankfully, your dentist can address almost any imperfection with different cosmetic services to give you a grin that you’re proud to show off.
However, many patients avoid getting work done because they’re afraid that their desired procedure might be risky. Remember, although your dentist is happy to help you enhance your looks, their primary goal is your oral health. They won’t recommend any procedure they feel would do more harm than good. Continue reading to learn more about 3 popular procedures that can safely upgrade your appearance!
Treatment #1: Invisalign
It’s natural to worry that any treatment that exerts enough pressure over your teeth to move them can potentially damage them. Fortunately, that’s not usually the case. If you have mildly crooked or gapped teeth, your dentist can reposition them using Invisalign.
Instead of relying on metal brackets bonded to your teeth, like traditional braces, this orthodontic method uses clear plastic trays that fit over them to shift them. The smooth, transparent material is not only more discreet, but it also won’t lacerate the tender tissues inside your mouth. As a result, this method continues to gain popularity as a reliable alternative that can realign your grin.
Treatment #2: Porcelain Veneers
No one wants to see stained, chipped, cracked, gapped, mildly overcrowded, or crooked teeth when they look in the mirror. If you’re dealing with one or more of these issues, you can potentially benefit from porcelain veneers. These thin, ceramic shells are color-matched to your pearly whites and then bonded to their front surface to mask aesthetic concerns.
Some patients wanting to perfect their smile avoid veneers because for them to fit correctly, your dentist must remove a small amount of enamel. This protective outer layer won’t regenerate, meaning that your teeth are somewhat less protected. Fortunately, veneers are durable enough to resist damage and can function as a shield to prevent potential damage. Plus, they can last 15+ years with the right care, making them an excellent long-term solution that can safeguard your grin.
Treatment #3: Dental Bonding
If you’re not comfortable with the idea of removing enamel, you might do better with dental bonding. Your dentist can use this technique to address most of the same problems as veneers, but without thinning your tooth first. Instead, they’ll apply a small amount of color-matched composite resin directly to your tooth. Then, they mold it into the ideal shape and harden it in place with a special ultraviolet curing light. It bonds with your enamel so that it can last 10 or more years if you practice consistent at-home oral hygiene habits. This non-invasive procedure can perfect your smile in as little as one hour.
It’s not uncommon to feel anxious about dental work, but that doesn’t have to stop you from having the flawless grin you deserve. Your dentist is a trained professional who can safely upgrade your appearance without causing any harm!
About the Practice
At Weiss Dental Arts, you and your family benefit from two dentists who work together to offer a full range of services, including cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Weiss and Dr. Fulreader have decades of combined experience helping people enhance their lives by improving their oral health. They combine a relaxing environment with state-of-the-art equipment to help you feel comfortable while providing accurate, long-lasting results. If you’re interested in addressing flaws in your teeth and want a consultation, you can request an appointment on the website or call (847) 864-0188.