Cosmetic dentistry has allowed patients to address a host of frustrating aesthetic oral issues and given them gorgeous smiles they are eager to show off. These treatments are more popular and affordable than they ever have been before, and your dentist is trained and equipped to administer a variety of safe and effective procedures that can beautify your grin. Here’s a brief overview of a few common cosmetic dental treatments and how they can help you smile more eagerly.
Cosmetic Bonding
Cosmetic bonding is incredibly popular because it is safe, noninvasive, painless without anesthesia, and incredibly effective. Your dentist will apply a small amount of tooth-colored composite resin, a blend of glass and plastic particles that can mimic the structure of natural enamel, to a dental defect such as a crack, chip, stain, or gap. Then, they will carefully mold this putty-like substance so it matches the curves of your tooth and harden it with a specialized UV light. This process involves no recovery period, so it’s great for those with busy schedules.
Veneers and Metal-Free Dental Crowns
Dental restorations that mimic the appearance of natural tooth structure such as veneers and metal-free dental crowns can be fantastic ways to address severe chips, cracks, gaps, and stains, and they can also be used to resculpt damaged or misshapen teeth. While many dentists require two appointments to place these devices, some are equipped with CEREC technology that allows them to prepare a tooth for a restoration and place it in the same day. If the treatment is used to repair a damaged tooth, it may qualify for some insurance coverage.
Teeth Whitening
Almost everyone would like a whiter smile, but the teeth whitening kits available at stores and pharmacies often deliver lackluster results. Fortunately, your dentist can provide you with a professional-grade teeth whitening kit that includes customized dental trays to ensure even results and maximum safety and concentrated whitening gel that can lift the most stubborn dental stains. You’ll only need to apply the gel to the trays and wear them for about an hour daily for two weeks to whiten your teeth by up to eight shades.
Don’t let frustrating dental defects make you less willing to smile proudly. Consulting with your dentist can help you determine the best cosmetic treatments for you.
About the Practice
Hill Dental Wellness offers exemplary oral health services to the community of Falmouth. Led by Drs. Kelsey Hill and Kenneth Myers, the staff treats each patient with courtesy and respect while maintaining a clean and welcoming office. Areas of expertise include general, restorative, emergency, and cosmetic dentistry. To schedule your cosmetic dental consultation, contact the office on the web or dial (207) 797-3130.