Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry is the branch of science which works on enhancing the appearance of the teeth. It improves aesthetics of one’s teeth by using various techniques such as teeth whitening, dental veneers, invisalign, tmj treatment. Moreover cosmetic dentistry helps to keep good oral hygiene and healthy teeth.

Cosmetic dentistry has improved the way the people live; their quality of life has become better. By enhancing ones appearance a person feels confidence and this boosts his self esteem. People feel social humiliation if they have a bad set of teeth, but cosmetic dentistry solves the problem of ugly teeth by using various techniques.

Smile makeover

Smile makeover is a part of cosmetic dentistry and varies from person to person. Smile makeover consists of many individual procedures such as teeth whitening, straightening of teeth, repairing as well as replacement of teeth, dental bonding, and porcelain veneers etc. This makeover is quite often called extreme makeover as the results are so dramatic.

Procedures such as porcelain crowns, tooth whitening, bonding, porcelain veneers etc are the most common procedures used. Though the final decision depends upon the time the patient can spare as well as the features he would like to change. A smile makeover can:-

• Repair broken, chipped teeth by porcelain crowns, veneers and cosmetic bonding.
• Straightening of crooked teeth
• Missing teeth can be replaced and the gap is filled with the help of dental implants, dentures, braces.
• For a gummy smile a surgery/ laser is the best way to get an attractive smile
• Teeth whitening can help whiten stained teeth
• Lumineers can be used to fill up the gap between the teeth.

Teeth whitening

Sometimes due to bad eating habits , consumption of alcohol, smoking, intake of fluoride, red wine, colorful beverages etc causes discoloration of teeth. Stained teeth hamper ones appearance and smile. With the help of teeth whitening technique the impurities are oxidized. Hard stains are difficult to remove with brush, but they need proper treatment in which the oxidizing agents come in contact with the teeth. Special care should be taken as oxidizing agents are harmful for the gums. A qualified and a skilled doctor can only perform this technique.

Veneers

Veneers are a thin layer made of porcelain which is bonded to the front of the teeth by reducing the enamel. Veneer is wafer like and it matches the color of the surrounding teeth. It helps to conceal deformed/chipped teeth or yellow teeth. It is a technique to improve one’s appearance and get an attractive smile.