If you thought cosmetic dentistry applied to fixing teeth when broken or badly damaged, you are in for a surprise. Cosmetic dentistry does not limit itself to correcting shapes and making false teeth. Simple dental treatments like whitening also fall into the category of cosmetic dentistry. In today’s post, we will glance through some cosmetic dentistry treatments.

Zoom Whitening

With technological advancements, the whitening process has become faster and less cumbersome. Zoom whitening is a process that whitens your teeth in less than an hour! This kind of whitening must be done by a professional. If you would like to make your teeth a shade lighter, fix an appointment with your dentist. If you are wondering if there are any harmful side effects, let me tell you there aren’t any major. Sensitive teeth may feel a temporary itchy or stinging sensation during the procedure. You may, however, avoid taking a chance by using anti-sensitive toothpaste before you undergo the whitening treatment. Ask your dentist to prescribe you the toothpaste.

Veneers

Veneers are part of a restorative treatment in which a thin layer of material is used to cover your tooth in order to prevent further damage to it. Veneers are also used for cosmetic purposes only; they help improve the look of your teeth. Veneers are of many kinds, the two most popular being porcelain veneers and prep-less veneers like Durathin and Lumineers. If you would like to change the appearance of your teeth, visit your dentist today.

Bonding

Bonding is usually done to hide spots and stains, cover any chip in the teeth or fill a gap. It involves applying an enamel-like material to the teeth and fixing it to make it a part of the teeth. Visit your dentist for advice on bonding.

We will continue with our discussion on cosmetic dentistry tomorrow.

Happy smiling!

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