Many people suffer from problems with their smiles, whether it is from an accident that impacted the teeth, lifestyle choices that have discolored the teeth, or just being born with a smile that you have always wanted to change. Luckily, there have been many advancements in dentistry and in this day and age cosmetic dentists are able to perform procedures that can correct just about any smile issue. If you want to restore your smile or get a smile makeover, ask your doctor about the following:

Professional Whitening Treatment

There are many teeth whitening products available in drug stores, but none of them will do as good of a job or work as fast as the options that a cosmetic dentist has. When you visit a cosmetic dentist you can typically opt for either an in-office whitening treatment or a prescription strength at-home whitening kit. The in-office procedure typically involves your dentist carefully applying a high powered whitening agent to the surface of your teeth, and then using a laser or other special type of light to activate the whitening agent and brighten your teeth by several shades in one visit.

An at-home whitening kit from the dentist is similar to whitening kits that you can buy over the counter, but the whitening agent that you get from a dentist is much stronger. This means that you can get a much brighter smile in a shorter amount of time.

Dental Implants

If you are missing teeth, especially any of your front teeth, you may be very self conscious about smiling. Dental implants offer a long term solution that look just like natural teeth and can create a beautiful smile. Getting dental implants typically requires several office appointments, but after the implant is inserted it requires very little maintenance. This procedure is done by inserting a small metal rod into the jaw-- the jaw bone will grow around the rod just like it would around a natural tooth. A natural looking false tooth is then attached to the rod creating a very durable replacement tooth.

Veneers

If you don't like anything about your smile, veneers may be an excellent option for you. Veneers are shells that are made of porcelain or composite resin and then bonded to the front of the teeth to create the smile of your dreams. Each set of veneers is custom made for each patient, so you can work with your cosmetic dentist to design the exact smile you have always wanted. 

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