Braces: Cosmetic dentistry means surgery, cutting and reshaping teeth to make them look straighter. A more conservative approach might be to have your teeth aligned rather than reshaped. The result is more long-lasting and does not require a lifetime of costly maintenance. See and orthodontic specialist for an opinion.
Answered 12/11/2012
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Veneers: There are several options to improve your smile. The first is cosmetic bonding, where the dentist bonds tooth colored material to your teeth to make them whiter. Also, porcelain veneers can be made. Crowns, or caps, can also be made. However, doing crowns removes the most enamel from your teeth. Veneers remove less and bonding the least.
Answered 2/24/2014
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One more: Snap on smile. It will give you a preview on how good you car look without getting any invasive treatment.
Answered 1/14/2016
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Teeth whitening: With modern advances in dentistry, cosmetic procedures can range from a basic color correction to replacing missing teeth and everything in between. Some common options are teeth whitening, white fillings, porcelain veneers, porcelain crowns, periodontal laser surgery and dental implants.
Answered 9/28/2016
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A plethora: Cosmetic dentistry offers an ever-expanding smorgasbord of options as simple as changing tooth shape or size or as complex as reshaping your smile and how it fits your faces. Simple smile tune-ups or life-changing extreme makeover. Obviously the extent and cost of treatment can parallel your expected results. Sit down with your cosmetic dentist, let him/her know what you have in mind.
Answered 10/6/2013
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Many: The best option is orthodontics, if it is available and you are willing. Nothing is better than using your own teeth in the optimum position. Often we do this first to get a better result with esthetic treatment. The restorative options include : direct bonding, porcelain / ceramic veneers, and crowns. Bonding is less expensive, does not last as long and does not provide the best esthetics.
Answered 10/23/2017
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Depends on you!: Today, dentistry offers more options than ever! from the simplest procedures such as whitening or gum recontouring to orthodontics, dental veneers, crowns, & a combination of these tool. I advise consultation with a prosthodontic dental specialist---they are the only true "cosmetic" dental experts. Their training & experience will provide you with a long lasting, functional, & beautiful result.
Answered 12/10/2013
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See your dentist: The answer depends upon your particular smile. There are so many options dependent upon the condition and appearance of your smile. For the best answer i recommend your seeing a dentist who can visualize your smile and answer your question very well.
Answered 3/10/2013
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Each case different: Bonding, veneers, esthetic recontouring, ceramic crowns, tooth whitening, orthodontics, certain periodontal (gum) surgeries, just to mention the most common ones. Each case is different and requires different approaches.
Answered 3/10/2013
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Many : There are many many options for restoring a smile. They range from simple whitening to cosmetic bonding, contouring, crowns or veneers. It's important to find an experienced cosmetic dentist in order to find out all of your options. Look for a dentist that's a member of the american academy of cosmetic dentistry, or aacd.
Answered 3/10/2013
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Talent and experienc: All dentistry should be cosmetic. This is not a dental specialty, but rather the result that accompanies good dentistry. Talk to friends and other professionals that have received great smiles to get a referral. An opinion is only as good as the person making it. A talented, artistic and experienced dentist is your best option.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Depends: There are several options available that range from braces, crowns, veneers, teeth whitening gum surgery, etc. It depends on what the esthetic problem is. Consult a dentist for a consultation.
Answered 3/14/2013
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Common cosmetic: Dentistry options include dental bonding, porcelain veneers, composite veneers, and teeeth whitening.
Answered 6/8/2015
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Many Good Ones Today: Depending on your needs and wants, it might be as simple as whitening your teeth. If you have a few rough edges of gaps, "bonding" or polishing might be all you need. Porcelain veneers or crowns are appropriate for many people. Orthodontics is also used when needed. Changing the shape of your gums is another option. All of these, and combinations of them, can be useful, along with many others.
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Veneers: Veneers are usually pretty conservative.
Answered 4/29/2014
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Options are...: Options in cosmetic dentistry include, but are not limited to whitening, orthodontics, porcelain veneers, minor enamelplasty, composite fillings, dental implants, gingivalplasty, gingival grafting, and so much more, including combinations of the above. Write out your esthetic goals and discuss your options with your dentist.
Answered 7/20/2014
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Many options: getting a better smile may mean orthodontics to straighten teeth, gum treatment to even your gum line or cover receded roots or crown lengthening to have more natural teeth size Or getting rid of a gummy smile Or placing veneers over your teeth to improve shade and color or to make crowns when teeth are jagged in shape or too many fillings in them There are many ways to get a terrific smile
Answered 5/1/2015
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Cosmetic dentistry: Absolutely! Cosmetic dentistry can range from whitening to veneers and will definitely improve one's smile. In some cases, orthodontic treatment may be all that is necessary. It is important to see someone that has extensive training. Be sure to ask to see their gallery of before and after photos
Answered 5/28/2015
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Beautiful New Smile: One of the fastest ways to get a better smile is to remove stains with professional teeth whitening. Both in-office and home treatments can achieve excellent results. When the problem is a crack, gap, or other flaw, the smile can be improved with porcelain veneers. These custom designed tooth covers can close a gap, resize a tooth, and much more.
Answered 6/29/2015
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There are many: There are many options in cosmetic dentistry to get a better smile. Be forewarned that most esthetic procedures are not covered under insurance and will be out of pocket expenses. There's anything from a simple bleaching to make your teeth whiter, to a full mouth reconstruction where nearly every tooth is treated. You should consult with a dentist to see what options are good for you.
Answered 10/12/2016
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