Cosmetics
A smile can be
the most eye-catching feature of a face. With
dentistry's many advances, you no longer have to
settle for stained, chipped, or misshapen teeth.
You now have choices that can help you smile
with confidence.
Even the most subtle change in your smile can
make a dramatic difference in the way you look
and feel about yourself. Talk to your dentist
about the options most suitable for you, what
your expectations are and the dental fees
involved. Some options are:
▪ Tooth whitening ( bleaching) brightens
teeth that are discolored or stained. Bleaching
may be done completely in the dental office or
the dentist may dispense a system for you to use
at home.
▪ Bonding can improve the appearance of
teeth that are chipped, broken, cracked,
stained, or have spaces between them. With
bonding, tooth-colored materials are applied, or
bonded, to the tooth surface.
▪ Enamel shaping involves modifying teeth
to improve their appearance by removing or
contouring enamel. The process, which often is
combined with bonding, usually is quick and
comfortable and the results can be seen
immediately.
▪ Veneers are thin custom-made shells
designed to cover the front side of teeth. Made
of tooth-colored materials, veneers are used to
treat spaces between teeth and teeth that are
chipped or worn, permanently stained, poorly
shaped or slightly crooked.
▪ Braces are not just for kids.
Orthodontics may be needed if teeth are crooked,
crowded or do not meet properly. If your dentist
thinks you should see a specialist for
treatment, he or she will refer you to an
orthodontist.
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