If you aren’t confident with your current smile, there are a variety of cosmetic solutions available to help you achieve your goals. While cosmetic dentistry is popular among celebrities and wealthy people, this doesn’t mean that you can’t benefit from it as well. Here are some of the aesthetic imperfections that can be corrected when you choose cosmetic dentistry.
Discoloration
One of the most common complaints that people have regarding their teeth regarding appearance has to do with discoloration. No one wants to show off yellow, discolored teeth. It is natural for teeth to become discolored over time, but activities, like smoking, drinking red wine, and sipping on coffee and tea, can speed up this process. The good news is that there are many cosmetic treatments out there that can help. With professional teeth whitening, you can transform the color of your teeth in an hour-long appointment or over a couple of weeks at home. For more severe staining, veneers can provide you with bright, white teeth.
Chipped or Broken Teeth
As strong as your teeth are, they aren’t indestructible. Whether you bit down on something too hard or were injured when playing contact sports, cracks and chips can occur. If the damage is severe, you might require a crown, bridge, or implant. However, for minor chips and breaks, dental bonding or veneers may be sufficient.
Gaps Between the Teeth
If you have small gaps between your teeth that you find unsightly, you have a variety of cosmetic options that can correct this. For gaps that are on the smaller side, your dentist can use a tooth-colored composite resin to close them. Veneers can also mask gaps between the teeth.
Misshapen Teeth
Just like pretty much everything else in the world, your teeth aren’t all created equally. However, your dentist can make it look as if they were. If your teeth aren’t all the same length or you have a few teeth that are misshapen, this can generally be corrected with veneers, dental bonding, or dental crowns. During your consultation, you can create a plan that’s ideal to provide you with a beautiful, natural appearance.
You might not be a celebrity, but you still care about the appearance of your smile. Cosmetic dentistry may be the solution. By giving your dentist a visit, you can work toward the beautiful grin that’s suitable for the big screen!
About the Practice
At Westbury Dental Spa, Dr. Farhana Oza-Chughtai, Dr. Yulia Maksumova, and Dr. Azaz Awan work together to treat patients in the Westbury community. With their combined experience and expertise, patients can get pretty much anything their need under one roof. To learn more about cosmetic dentistry or to schedule an appointment, visit their website or call (516) 282-5100.