subject: Get The Smile You Have Always Wanted With A Cosmetic Dental Procedure [print this page] If you are one of the millions of people that aren't satisfied with the way their teeth look, you have the power to change their appearance by talking to your dentist about a cosmetic dental procedure. Over the years as dental technology has advanced, cosmetic dentistry has become an extremely popular practice. Today, there are a variety of different procedures available to change the appearance of your teeth. With options available to fit almost any budget, there is sure to be a cosmetic procedure available to you if you seek it out. If you are ready to make the decision to change the appearance of your smile, talk to your dentist to go over your cosmetic options today.
Dental Veneers
One of the most popular cosmetic procedures available today is the installation of dental veneers. Veneers are thin custom-fitted shells that are attached to the front of your teeth to improve their appearance. To install veneers on your teeth, your dentist will have to remove about millimeter of enamel from the front of your teeth. After taking impressions of your teeth, your permanent set of veneers will be created at a dental lab. Your dentist will then permanently cement the veneers onto your teeth. Veneers can change the coloring of your teeth and can remedy small gaps and misalignments in your teeth. Once they are installed, they provide a natural tooth appearance so no one will be able to tell that your teeth are not completely natural. They are also made with a stain resistant material so your teeth stay bright for a long time.
Teeth Whitening
Another very popular method for improving the appearance of your teeth is to undergo a teeth whitening procedure. The quickest and most effective way to whiten your teeth is to have your dentist perform the procedure in a single appointment in his or her office. Within two hours, your dentist can whiten your teeth a significant amount using a combination of a whitening gel and a special light or laser to speed up the process. Your dentist may also give you a take home whitening kit to use. You will receive customized whitening trays from your dentist that will fit perfectly onto your teeth. After wearing these for an hour every day for two weeks, your teeth will have become much whiter. There are also a variety of over the counter products available to you that can provide some moderate whitening.
Dental Crowns
If you have a single tooth that is discolored, chipped or cracked, you can correct the problem with a dental crown. A crown is a tooth-shaped cap that is installed on top of the affected tooth. By installing a crown, your dentist can change the appearance of a single tooth.
To learn more about cosmetic dentistry or to schedule an appointment, talk to your Grandville dentist today.
