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Think of the last time you posed for a picture. Did you flash your pearly whites or did you hide your teeth? Today, many people benefit from Cosmetic Dentistry. A wide range of techniques are available that can enhance almost any smile.
Gone are the days when you had to settle for chipped, stained and crooked teeth. A revolution in newer technology and materials ensure that cosmetically enhanced teeth now look more natural and last longer than they did in the past. Skillfully blending science and art, your dentist can "sculpt" a more attractive smile for you.
A smile is a powerful way for you to communicate. A new smile will help you make a great impression - both personally and professionally.
A variety of options are currently available to suit most conditions. Some of the commonly used cosmetic options available include:
BLEACHING: bleaching As the name implies, teeth -or teeth whitening, as it is often called - is a process of lightening the colour of teeth. It is used to erase stains that come from coffee, tea, red wine, cigarette smoke and chewing tobacco. Bleaching will also lighten teeth that have darkened because of age or are naturally yellow or dark. The effects generally last for many years depending on personal habits. The process is simple, effective and produces few side effects.
A word of caution: Avoid use of ready made, over -the-counter bleaching systems available. Consult your Dentist for more information.
BONDING: Over time, little things can conspire to damage your smile - a chip, a crack, discoloration, noticeable fillings in your front teeth, small gaps between teeth, teeth that are uneven or fractured teeth. Fortunately, there is a simple, pain-free,long-lasting and cost-effective dental procedure that can restore the beauty of your smile. Bonding is a direct, chair side procedure involving tooth coloured composite material.
CROWNS: Crowns, or "caps", are coverings that fit over your teeth and restore each tooth to its normal shape and size, while both strengthening and improving its appearance. A crown could be made of natural looking porcelain/ceramic, metals, acrylic or composite resins or a combination of any of these.
VENEERS: Veneers are wafer-thin shells of porcelain which are bonded onto the front side of teeth and can be an excellent cosmetic solution for crooked, chipped, discoloured or worn teeth. And what they enhance is your smile.
Change the shape and size of your mouth. They are highly resistant to permanent staining from coffee, tea, red wine, cigarette smoke, and even chewing tobacco. What's more, with the regular care and maintenance of a normal tooth, porcelain veneers can last for well over a decade. Plus, they look completely natural.
Cosmetic Dentistry is an "art form" devoted to the enhancement of smiles. Your dentist evaluates the health and appearance of your teeth, recommending the best type of treatment for you, and thus crafting a more beautiful smile. It all begins with a smile. A smile is a curve that sets everything straight.
A composite resin is a tooth-coloured plastic mixture filled with glass (silicon dioxide). Composites are not only used to restore decayed areas, but are also used for cosmetic improve me of the smile by changing the colour of the teeth or reshaping disfigured teeth.
Following preparation, the dentist places the composite in layers, using a light specialized to harden each layer. The dentist then shapes the composite to fit the tooth and finally polishes the composite to prevent staining and early wear.
It takes the Dentist about 10-20 minutes longer to place a composite than a silver filling. Placement time depends on the size and location of the cavity-the larger the size, the longer it will take.
Aesthetics are the main advantage, since Dentists can blend shades to create a colour nearly identical to that of the actual tooth. Besides, composites bond to the tooth to support the remaining tooth structure, which helps to prevent breakage and insulate the tooth from excessive temperature changes.