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Submitted by: Dr. Dennis Simmons
There are many benefits of cosmetic dentistry. A cosmetic dentist is known for his ability to transform a mouth full of less than aesthetically pleading teeth, into a brilliant smile. But the question is, Can a cosmetic dentist make a difference for me? This is an important question to consider. In addition to the sometime staggering costs of making permanent changes to your smile there is the question of whether or not you are even a good candidate for cosmetic dentistry.
Those who have severe dental damage are limited in what changes a cosmetic dentist is able to make. If you are a life-long smoker whose gums, tongue and teeth are severely affected by your habit, the cosmetic dentist may not have enough healthy tissue to work with to change your smile. Likewise if you have had significant physical oral trauma, your dentist is limited in what he will have to work with.
The best candidate for cosmetic dentistry is someone who has generally good oral hygiene and health. Cosmetic dentistry yields the best results for those who can maintain proper cleaning and maintenance habits. Cosmetic dentistry can provide you with dramatic results that can erase discoloration or minor damage. Cosmetic dentistry is not a replacement for maintaining the health of your teeth and in many cases after a cosmetic procedure, the patient may have to put forth even more effort to keep his smile as bright as possible.
Below are listed three very common cosmetic dentistry practices as well as descriptions of their benefits and limits:
Bleaching/whitening Everyone wants white teeth. It is becoming easier and easier to get the white teeth that you want especially with all of the over-the-counter whitening products available. Tooth whitening can provide you with some of the most immediate and dramatic results available. But make sure that you speak with your dentist before whitening your teeth yourself. If you have tooth sensitivity, some whitening products can cause you severe discomfort and pain. Also keep in mind that fixtures such as dentures and crowns will not bleach the same way as your real teeth.
Veneers Veneers can basically provide you with any type of smile that you want. A porcelain veneer is made to fit over your existing teeth and can be molded to create seamless smile. Veneers are relatively fast in their results. Many cosmetic dentists can finish your transformation within two office visits.
Dental implants Those who are growing older in years or who have suffered an accident that has resulted in tooth loss understand the inconveniences of removable dentures. A common form of cosmetic dentistry for convenience as well as visual appeal is to have a dental implant. A dental implant is really just a permanent denture. The artificial teeth are attached permanently to the jaw with titanium rods. These teeth can then function just as the other real teeth but without the inconvenience of dentures that slip out of place or the mess of denture creams, adhesives and gels.
The best way to determine if you are a good candidate for cosmetic dentistry is to talk to your own dentist or a local cosmetic dentist about the options that are available to you. These dental professionals will be able to give you a good idea of what types of smile changes are possible for you. You can then consider the advantages and disadvantages of cosmetic dentistry for yourself.
About the Author: Dr. Dennis Simmons, DDS, is a leader in Apple Valley cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Simmons is highly experienced in Smile Makeovers, Dental Implants and Sedation Dentistry. To get more information on how Dr. Simmons can give you a brilliant smile
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