Cosmetic Dentistry FAQs
What Is Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic Dentistry involves dental procedures that improve the appearance of an individual. These procedures could involve the gum, teeth or lips. Overall the smile will be greatly improved.
Who Has Cosmetic dentistry?
People who wish to improve their smile whether it’s the colour, size or shape of their teeth. People may have gaps between their teeth or have crooked teeth, they wish to improve on.
What Is A Cosmetic Dentist?
A cosmetic dentist has further training in cosmetic dentistry. A cosmetic dentist usually specializes in cosmetic dentistry. A cosmetic dentist should be registered with the General Dental Council.
How Can I Find A Cosmetic Dentist?
A good cosmetic dentist should be registered with the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentists. Recommendations from previous patients are always good. Ask to see similar cases and before and after photos.
What Can Be Achieved with Cosmetic dentistry?
- Chipped, broken teeth can be fixed with cosmetic bonding, porcelain veneers or porcelain crowns.
- Missing teeth can be replaced with dental implants, dental bridge or cosmetic dentures.
- Teeth with gaps or crooked teeth can be corrected with porcelain veneers, smile makeover or by orthodontics (braces)
- Gummy smiles or uneven gum lengths can be corrected with laser gum recontouring.
- Discoloured teeth can be whitened with laser or home whitening.
- Wrinkles on the face can be softened with Botox or dermal filler treatments.
- Minor reshaping of slightly uneven teeth can be done with cosmetic recontouring.
- Stained teeth can be cleaned by dental hygienist
- Old silver ‘mercury’ fillings can be replaced by cosmetic white fillings or inlays/onlays.
- Gum recession and tooth wear can be improved by cosmetic bonding and this will also reduce sensitivity.
How Do I Find and Choose A Cosmetic Dentist?
The best way to find a cosmetic dentist is to go by recommendation. If you know of anyone who has had cosmetic dentistry treatment, why not ask them who they went to. If you don’t know anyone who has had treatment then the next best thing is to put a search on the internet. Look carefully at what the dentist has to say and read thoroughly any testimonials. Telephone the practice and ask questions about their treatments. Ask for a free consultation and while there ask to see similar cases to your that they have performed.
Who Can Have Cosmetic Dentistry In Essex?
Cosmetic dentistry involves one or more dental procedures to achieve the aesthetic smile you want. Dentist Essex says some people may want a ‘Hollywood smile’ with perfect white straight porcelain veneers. Essex dentist says other people may wish natural looking teeth. Whatever you do not like about your smile, cosmetic dentists can help you achieve your desired result for any of these.
- Discoloured teeth
- Discoloured old white fillings
- Amalgam (“silver”) fillings
- Broken or decayed teeth
- Gum disease (puffy, red, swollen gums with plaque and tartar build-up)
- Staining of teeth (from tea, coffee, and smoking)
- Gum recession, and tooth wear
What Is Dry Mouth?
Dentists in Essex are often consulted by patients complaining of a dry mouth. Essex dentist says the mouth needs saliva to fight off infections. Dry mouth can be a side effect of prescription drugs. Cosmetic dentist often find that it is a side effect of diabetes and other medical conditions. In cosmetic dentistry we need to keep the mouth moist and mouth sprays are available. Dry mouth can be the result of a surgical procedure damaging the nerves in the mouth. Trauma also can damage the nerves, resulting in a dry mouth.
How Does Your Mouth Affect Your Health?
Dentistry in Essex recommends that you visit a dental hygienist regularly. Dentist Essex says that gum disease can lead to heart problems. Cosmetic dentistry can only be carried out on clean, healthy mouths. Cosmetic dentist says that there are certain bacteria in the deep pockets caused by gum disease that harbour the bacteria that can affect the heart. Essex dentist recommends that you see a dental hygienist at least twice a year.
How Can I Replace Missing Teeth?
Cosmetic dentistry has many ways of replacing missing teeth in the mouth.
Dentistry in Essex says that Essex dentist use the following:
- Dental implants
- Porcelain bridges
- Cosmetic dentures
Cosmetic dentists will explain to the patient which method is the best for their own individual needs. Dentist Essex can formulate an individual treatment plan from just one initial conversation and then a detailed examination.
If you are interested in cosmetic dentistry contact Perfect Smile spa, one of London and Essex leading cosmetic dental clinics, on 01708 442 114 or email care@perfectsmilespa.co.uk
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