subject: Cosmetic Dentistry- What You Need To Know [print this page] If you are one of the millions of people that are unhappy or unsatisfied with the appearance of your teeth, a cosmetic dental procedure may be the perfect option for you. As dental technology has become more and more advanced over the years, cosmetic procedures have become very effective at improving the smiles of patients. Today, there are a variety of procedures available that can improve the appearance of your teeth. With options available to fit many different situations and budgets, talk to your Williamsville dentist today to see if cosmetic dentistry can help you.
Teeth Whitening
One of the most popular procedures to improve the appearance of your teeth is teeth whitening. The quickest and most effective way to do this is to have your dentist perform the procedure in a single appointment in his or her office. Using a combination of whitening gel and a special light or laser, your dentist will be able to significantly whiten your teeth in less than 1.5 hours. If you do not want to spend the money on an in-office whitening, your dentist will be able to provide you with a customized take-home whitening kit. To do this, he or she will take a detailed impression of your teeth in order to create a set of whitening trays that will fit in perfectly to your teeth. At home, you will fill them with whitening gel and wear them on your teeth for a certain amount of time each day for about two weeks. After this, your teeth will be much whiter.
Dental Veneers
Another popular method for improving the appearance of your smile is through the use of dental veneers. Veneers are thin custom-fitted shells of tooth-colored material that are directly attached to the front of your teeth to improve their appearance. To install veneers, your dentist will first need to remove about millimeter of enamel from the front of your teeth to make room for the veneers. After an impression is taken and the veneers are created, your dentist will check them for fit and then attach them to your teeth, where they will improve the coloring and shape of your teeth.
Dental Crowns
If you have a single tooth that is unsightly or disfigured, your dentist may use a dental crown to solve the problem. A crown is a tooth-shaped cap that is directly installed on top of a tooth to improve its size, strength, shape and/or appearance. To put a crown in, your dentist first reduces the size of the tooth and takes an impression. Once the crown is ready, he or she will use a special cement to attach the crown. When the crown is put in, it will both function and look like any of your natural teeth.
To learn more about cosmetic dentistry or to schedule an appointment, contact your dentist in Williamsville today.
