Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic Dentistry in Woodstock

While many dental procedures are carried out to fix or prevent a problem that affects your oral health, this type of dentistry primarily aims to improve the aesthetics of your smile. Some cosmetic procedures do help or prevent problems such as chips and breaks and can help to maintain your overall dental health.

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What Procedures Are Part of Cosmetic Dentistry?

Cosmetic dentistry is a group of procedures or treatments which are designed to improve the aesthetic appeal of a patient’s gums, teeth, and smile. Cosmetic dentistry includes:

Alignment and crowding correction
Application of porcelain veneers or crowns
Cosmetic bonding
Full mouth restorations
Teeth Whitening

These treatments and others assist patients with achieving the smile they deserve in order to make them feel more confident. They can also assist to address functional concerns in addition to keeping teeth and gums protected.

What Dental Issues Can Be Fixed with Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures?

You can choose from many cosmetic procedures, including:

Replace missing teeth with dentures or with natural-looking replacement teeth through dental implants
Replace missing teeth with artificial teeth or a bridge
Straighten teeth through orthodontic methods or aligners
Brighten the color of teeth through whitening
Fix cracks, breaks, chips, and gaps with bonding
Cover a tooth that’s misshapen, weak or has other problems with a crown that covers the whole tooth
Cover the front of stained, misshapen, chipped or other problematic teeth with veneers
Change the shape, length and/or position of your teeth through enamel shaping and contouring
Fix cavities and problems with fillings that match the tone of your original teeth
Gain additional benefits through other procedures that change the look of your gums and teeth

Is a Cosmetic Dentist Different From a Restorative Dentist?

Both types of dentists have gone through extensive education in dentistry and know how to perform a variety of dental procedures. The main difference is the focus: Restorative dentists focus on fixing teeth for function, while cosmetic dentists focus on function along with beauty.

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Cosmetic Dentistry