Your smile is the first thing people see when they meet you. They notice how straight your teeth are, their brightness, and how work with your overall aesthetic. If you look in the mirror and envision a better smile for yourself, cosmetic dentistry may be a great option for you.
Most cosmetic concerns are common issues that we address at River Dental. So what are these common issues, and what are your options for fixing them? We address these questions with our guide below.
Yellow or Greyed Teeth
When a patient mentions they want a movie-star smile, this usually means a patient wants a brighter, whiter smile. Teeth whitening is one of the simplest cosmetic procedures and can be completed in as little as one hour.
In some cases, patients complain about a greying color near the gum line, around older metal dental restorations. We can resolve the greying issue by replacing patients’ crowns with an all-porcelain or zirconium restoration.
Crooked Teeth
Having misaligned teeth can cause oral health issues in addition to affecting aesthetics. Fortunately, anyone wanting straighter teeth can obtain them in as little as one dental appointment. How? Porcelain veneers allow a doctor to adjust a patient’s natural teeth with thin veneers that affix for a permanent look.
Gaps Between Teeth
On occasion, a patient requests a solution for gaps they have between teeth. In these instances, we recommend porcelain veneers. Often, very little of the natural tooth structure has to be removed, because gaps allow veneers to encase the teeth with greater ease.
Silver Dental Fillings
In the past, it was common practice to fill cavities with amalgam, which gave the appearance of “silver” fillings. As dental standards have evolved, composite resin has become the new standard for filling crowns, reducing the need for amalgam in treatments. Many patients with older, “silver,” dental fillings request they be replaced with tooth-colored composite, which is a great way to restore the appearance of your smile.
Missing Teeth
If you’ve had a missing tooth for some time and wish to fix the issue, your jawbone may have receded too far for an implant to easily be placed. In these instances, dental bridges are a great option. A bridge suspends a replacement tooth between additional crowns that are affixed to neighboring teeth. This provides a beautiful restoration that also restores function.
Each of these cosmetic improvement options can help you smile with confidence, and we’d love to help you get there. Feel free to reach out to our Stratford office with any questions you may have regarding these and other cosmetic dental treatments.