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Generally speaking, this type of dentistry falls outside the remit of the average family dentist - although your local
dentist may conduct some cosmetic treatments - for example, replacing old-style amalgam or gold fillings with
composite materials that more closely match the colour of your teeth. However, most serious cosmetic dental
surgery is carried out by specialists.
Advances in natural-looking materials make today’s cosmetic dental treatments vastly superior to those of a few
years ago.
Cosmetic dentistry treatments include:
Inlays/Onlays:
Inlays and onlays are made from porcelain or composite materials. They are used to conceal minor tooth decay and
tooth damage. They are created in a dental laboratory and are then bonded into place by your cosmetic dentist.
Composite Fillings:
Chipped or broken teeth may be repaired using a procedure called composite bonding.
A dental composite material is applied onto the surface of a tooth. It is then sculpted into shape,
and hardened with a high-intensity light.
Teeth Whitening:
Teeth whitening is perhaps the most commonly recommended cosmetic dentistry procedure.
See our section on Teeth Whitening for more information.
Dental Veneers:
Composite or porcelain laminates are bonded to the surface of a tooth to correct and repair chips and cracks will
improve a worn appearance or severe tooth discolouration. Veneers may also be recommended if you have gaps in
your teeth or if you have not had success with teeth whitening.
Dental Implants:
Dental implants are artificial tooth replacements that are used as a part of prosthetic dentistry in order to
compensate for tooth loss. Often the result is not only an enhanced smile, but also a younger appearance, as
missing teeth cause the face to collapse, making you look older.
Smile Makeover:
Smile make-overs involve a comprehensive assessment of your smile in order to improve its overall appearance.
Typically one or more cosmetic dentistry procedures, such as dental veneers, dental implants, and teeth whitening,
will be required to achieve the look you want.
Full mouth reconstruction:
In conjunction with a smile make-over, this treatment may be used to correct functional problems with your bite,
muscles, teeth and bone structure.
Choosing a cosmetic dentist.
Obviously, cost is a major consideration - but don't be lured into looking for bargains!
This is your health - and it is not worth risking serious problems just to save money.
A good cosmetic dentist is a specialist - an expert in his/her field. And his/her time will cost a lot of money.
It is also very difficult to ascertain just how experienced and "expert" a cosmetic dentist may be.
Useful Tip
Ask the clinic/cosmetic dentist if they carry out Full Mouth Reconstructions or Full Smile Makeovers.
These areas of cosmetic dentistry are the preserve of genuine experts. Only the best dentists do them.
If your chosen clinic does not offer this kind of treatment - they may be using inexperienced dentists.
The last thing you need is some novice messing about with your teeth! So choose your clinic carefully!
dentist may conduct some cosmetic treatments - for example, replacing old-style amalgam or gold fillings with
composite materials that more closely match the colour of your teeth. However, most serious cosmetic dental
surgery is carried out by specialists.
Advances in natural-looking materials make today’s cosmetic dental treatments vastly superior to those of a few
years ago.
Cosmetic dentistry treatments include:
Inlays/Onlays:
Inlays and onlays are made from porcelain or composite materials. They are used to conceal minor tooth decay and
tooth damage. They are created in a dental laboratory and are then bonded into place by your cosmetic dentist.
Composite Fillings:
Chipped or broken teeth may be repaired using a procedure called composite bonding.
A dental composite material is applied onto the surface of a tooth. It is then sculpted into shape,
and hardened with a high-intensity light.
Teeth Whitening:
Teeth whitening is perhaps the most commonly recommended cosmetic dentistry procedure.
See our section on Teeth Whitening for more information.
Dental Veneers:
Composite or porcelain laminates are bonded to the surface of a tooth to correct and repair chips and cracks will
improve a worn appearance or severe tooth discolouration. Veneers may also be recommended if you have gaps in
your teeth or if you have not had success with teeth whitening.
Dental Implants:
Dental implants are artificial tooth replacements that are used as a part of prosthetic dentistry in order to
compensate for tooth loss. Often the result is not only an enhanced smile, but also a younger appearance, as
missing teeth cause the face to collapse, making you look older.
Smile Makeover:
Smile make-overs involve a comprehensive assessment of your smile in order to improve its overall appearance.
Typically one or more cosmetic dentistry procedures, such as dental veneers, dental implants, and teeth whitening,
will be required to achieve the look you want.
Full mouth reconstruction:
In conjunction with a smile make-over, this treatment may be used to correct functional problems with your bite,
muscles, teeth and bone structure.
Choosing a cosmetic dentist.
Obviously, cost is a major consideration - but don't be lured into looking for bargains!
This is your health - and it is not worth risking serious problems just to save money.
A good cosmetic dentist is a specialist - an expert in his/her field. And his/her time will cost a lot of money.
It is also very difficult to ascertain just how experienced and "expert" a cosmetic dentist may be.
Useful Tip
Ask the clinic/cosmetic dentist if they carry out Full Mouth Reconstructions or Full Smile Makeovers.
These areas of cosmetic dentistry are the preserve of genuine experts. Only the best dentists do them.
If your chosen clinic does not offer this kind of treatment - they may be using inexperienced dentists.
The last thing you need is some novice messing about with your teeth! So choose your clinic carefully!
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