How Cosmetic Dentistry Can Improve Your Smile

We all want our smiles to look their best, and thankfully, cosmetic dentistry can help them do that in many ways. Even though we try our best to care for our teeth, brush, floss, and we go to the dentist, bad things can still happen to our smiles that we are not prepared for. That does not mean that we cannot fix the damage that life does to our smiles; it means that we have to talk to our dentist about available cosmetic solutions and what our goals are for our smiles. 

What is cosmetic dentistry? 

There are many different dental specialties that handle different aspects of your teeth, gums, tongue, and mouth, such as orthodontics, endodontics, and laser dentistry. Cosmetics is another type of dental specialty that works to improve the look of your smile. The way your smile looks is important for many reasons. Smiling is the first thing many people see when they meet someone. It boosts our self-confidence and self-esteem and makes us more approachable and confident. 

Having a smile that is in rough shape can impact your quality of life, including how you appear to others, but it can also lead to health problems and the inability to enjoy some of the things you used to enjoy. 

Chances are you may have already had some type of cosmetic dental procedure done before without even realizing it. One of the great things about cosmetic procedures is that many of them actually improve the health of your smile as well. 

What procedures are considered cosmetic?  

Many procedures are categorized as cosmetic; even braces can sometimes be considered cosmetic by the insurance company if the tooth alignment issue is not severe enough to cause serious issues. 

That being said, there are plenty of procedures that patients seek out just to make their smile appear that much better. 

The most common cosmetic dentistry procedure is teeth whitening. Dental teeth whitening uses powerful chemicals to penetrate the surface of the teeth to remove staining in the deep layers of the enamel and make the teeth many shades whiter. A bright white smile is what most patients want most from the dentist, and you can thank this cosmetic procedure for a whiter smile. 

Whether you want a whiter smile, to cover up some chips and cracks, or need to hide severe damage to your smile while you have it worked on, you can find a cosmetic dental procedure. It is is important to find the solution that works best with your goals and dental needs. 

Discuss options with your dentist  

Cosmetic dental procedures are an important part of going to the dentist. A great-looking smile is a way to improve how we think and feel about ourselves, and a cosmetic dentist has lots of ways to help improve your smile. From straightening to whitening, a better smile is just a few steps away. Reach out today to learn more. 

Request an appointment here: https://www.desertsundental.com or call Desert Sun Dental at (509) 785-6491 for an appointment in our Quincy office.

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