Cosmetic dental treatments include any techniques that restore or improve the appearance of your teeth.
You will discuss your care with your dentist as it will be designed to meet your individual needs.
Cosmetic dental treatments can help to restore, whiten or straighten your teeth. They may be carried out by a dentist, but some require an orthodontist. This is a dentist who specialises in the prevention or correction of the position of your teeth.
Talk to your dentist if you have any problems with your teeth, such as gum disease or tooth decay, before having any cosmetic treatment.
White composite fillings are made of a mixture of plastic and fine glass particles. Direct fillings are placed by your Dentist using a bright blue light that hardens the Composite material.
Tooth whitening can be a very effective way of lightening the natural colour of your teeth without removing any of the tooth surface . It cannot make a complete change, however, it has shown to lighten the existing shade and brighten your smile.
Dental hygienists are specially trained to work with the dentist in giving care to patients .
Inside the enamel (hard outer shell of the tooth) , there is a secondary protection layer called dentine . Inside the dentine is a specific area called the pulp or nerve chamber . The pulp chamber contains blood vessels and nerves to provide nutrients for the tooth .
Preventative treatments are designed to prevent dental problems.
A denture is designed to fill in the gaps left by one or more missing teeth. It is either a plastic or metal plate with a number of false teeth attached to it.
There are a few different treatment options your dental professional may suggest . These include bridges , crowns and implants.
Cosmetic dental treatments include any techniques that restore or improve the appearance of your teeth.