COSMETIC DENTISTRY

What is Cosmetic dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry involves dental procedures with the aim of improving the overall aesthetics of your smile. Often referred to as a " smile makeover", "Hollywood smile" or "Wedding smile". A beautiful smile can have numerous knock on effects in an individuals self-confidence, self-esteem and personal relationships. The recent increase in media focus on the smile, with TV shows such as “extreme makeover” has created a public awareness about cosmetic dentistry and its accessibility.

Common cosmetic dental procedures include teeth whitening, veneers, crowns, white fillings, mercury filling removal, orthodontics, gum reshaping and dental bridges.

While traditional dentistry focuses on oral hygiene and preventing, diagnosing and treating oral disease, cosmetic dentistry focuses on improving the appearance of a person's teeth, mouth and smile.

Cosmetic dentistry may also provide restorative benefits. For example, dental fillings are a common procedure used to treat decayed teeth. Previously, most dental fillings were composed primarily of gold, amalgam and other materials that left visible dark spots on the teeth. Today, dental fillings may fall into the category of cosmetic dentistry, because you can select fillings made of porcelain or composite materials that closely match the colour of your teeth, thus maintaining the natural appearance of your teeth and smile. Many people have their older fillings replaced with newer, tooth-coloured fillings to enhance their oral appearance.

Cosmetic Dentistry Trends
Technological advancements in cosmetic dentistry have made it possible for dentists to address a wide range of challenges. Two of the latest trends aimed at creating a more attractive appearance are smile makeovers and full mouth reconstruction.

A smile makeover improves the appearance of your smile through one or more cosmetic dentistry procedures, such as dental veneers, dental implants, and teeth whitening.

Full mouth reconstruction may include treatment for functional problems with the bite, muscles, teeth, and bone structure as well as the use of additional cosmetic procedures. Full mouth reconstruction involves advanced restorative treatment designed to address severe wear of the teeth, pain, and other problems.

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