Are you unhappy with your appearance? Have you even given any serious thought to how you can change and improve your smile? If the answer to these two questions is “yes” then a New York cosmetic dentist can offer you a great number of options to improve the appearance of your teeth and your smile.
Cosmetic dentistry is no longer only for those people in the limelight, it is something that is now available to everyone. It is not only because of the advances in materials and techniques, a lot has to do with the fact that people are becoming more aware of just how much their smile impacts their life, not just looks but self confidence as well.
There are many cosmetic treatments available, depending on the condition of your teeth your New York cosmetic dentist can restore a single tooth or undertake a full “smile makeover.”
Common procedures:
- Teeth whitening: This is probably the most common cosmetic dental procedure. Your dentist will use a bleach compound which can whiten teeth that have become discolored as a result of age, food, beverages or smoking. In a single treatment your teeth can become as much as eight shades lighter.
- Porcelain veneers: These are custom made shells that are bonded to the front of those teeth that are exposed when you smile. They not only change the color of teeth, they can also be used to close gaps and repair teeth that are chipped and cracked. Unlike crowns, veneers only require a small amount of tooth enamel to be removed.
- Dental implants: A dental implant is an artificial root made from titanium. This “root” is imbedded directly into the jaw bone and once they bond with the bone, become the base for a crown, bridge or denture.
These are only three popular cosmetic procedures. Make an early appointment with a New York cosmetic dentist – us to discuss the many procedures available to give you a beautiful smile and increased confidence.
