Are you looking for a cosmetic dentist in the Essex region? You may need general treatment before any cosmetic dentistry treatment can be carried out. The longevity and aesthetic results of most cosmetic procedures, even when carried out by the most experienced cosmetic dentist Essex has to offer, will depend upon how healthy your teeth and gums are before treatment began.

If you recently had a check-up from a general dentist - Essex based – they may be able to recommend a cosmetic dentist in the area. Even so, they may feel that the health (teeth, gums, bite, bone structure) of your smile should be more thoroughly evaluated before any cosmetic treatments are carried out: Orthodontic and Endodontic evaluations for example – However, not every general or cosmetic dentist Essex has to offer is able to provide all treatments: Therefore, it may be well be necessary to shop around.

General and Cosmetic Dentists – What’s the Difference?

Oral hygiene and health is the primary concern of a general dentist: Prevention, diagnosis and treatment. Cosmetic dentistry focuses upon improving a person’s smile. In practical terms this means a general dentist will carry out work that is necessary: Cosmetic dentists carry out treatment to the patient’s specification.

It is not that a cosmetic dentist cannot provide the same restorative and preventative treatment as a general dentist: They can – Dental fillings and extractions etc. Equally, there are conventional cosmetic procedures which can and are carried out by general dentists: Not excluding Orthodontics, bridgework, root canal and teeth whitening treatments for example.

Cosmetic Dentistry Advancements

The materials and technology available to cosmetic dentists today means the outcome of cosmetic dentistry procedures are more predictable today than in yesteryears: And the results are longer lasting.

Referrals

Cosmetic dentistry offers up a world of options to anyone who is not happy with their smile. However, not all cosmetic dentists are equal. Therefore, opting for an experienced cosmetic dentist is the first and most important decision to be made.

There is no official referral system or independent administrators dictating or overseeing cosmetic dentist referrals: And with an ever increasing percentage of general dentists also offering more conventional cosmetic treatments the choices available can be overwhelming.

If you are specifically looking for a dentist Essex based for general or cosmetic work start by asking friends and family: Reputation is always a very good indicator of skill and experience.

Perfect Smile Spa is a leading cosmetic dentistry clinic situated in Essex near London and can be contacted on 01708 442 114 or care@perfectsmilepsa.co.uk