A Killer Smile Can Now Be Cosmetically Doctored

1. Article2: Indyfamilydentist.com A Killer Smile Can Now Be Cosmetically Doctored ‘You’re never fully dressed without a smile’– Anne 1982 That’s so true, right? An Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry in America conducted a survey which showed that 99.7% adults considered smile to be a social asset while 96% said a great smile appeals to the opposite sex. And it is a common belief of about 74% adults that the smile affects one’s career success. This shows how important our smile is to the building of our personality. And is that not enough reason to have a healthy smile. So if you are not naturally gifted with a good smile then too, now there are solutions. Consulting a dentist who can prescribe you treatments/ procedures to restore a great smile is all you need. Cosmetic Dentistry Your teeth might be working fine but the looks have diminished and that is where cosmetic dentistry comes into play. It basically focuses on the aesthetics of your teeth and smile, overall, like the position, color, uniformity of size, alignment etc. Here is a list of few common cosmetic dentistry procedures you may want to consider: 1.Teeth Whitening:Teeth whitening is one of the easiest and least expensive options available for enhancing your smile. This can be of two ways: Do – it – yourself procedures and in-clinic procedures. Do-it-yourself: Easy to use and over the counter packages are available for improving the shade of your teeth. Use of traditional and natural methods prescribed by the elders in the family. In Clinic: This is a more guaranteed and safer procedure. It makes use of stronger substances that will give you immediate and significant results at the same time prevent any damage to the enamel and other parts of the mouth. 2.Veneer: This is a process in which the teeth are covered by a layer of synthetic material to not only improve the look of the teeth but also protect the enamel. There are two types: the composite veneer and porcelain veneers. Veneers can be used on a single teeth that is damaged or discolored or it be used on all the teeth for a complete makeover of what they call “Hollywood makeover”. There is also the laminate veneer that focuses on the aesthetic value of the teeth. 3.Cosmetic Dental Bonding: This is basically used to rectify chips, fractured, decayed, or even discolored tooth. A resin as the same color as the teeth is used to repair the teeth. It can also be used as filler to close gaps between two teeth or protect the teeth roots that are victims of gum recessions. For the cosmetic tooth bonding process, the resin is applied on the tooth and then shaped to perfection before hardening it by the use of laser or ultraviolet light.

2. Article2: Indyfamilydentist.com 4.LUMINEERS: A painless and permanent solution and alternative to braces is LUMINEERS. A LUMINEER process takes two visits: The first visit is for creating the mold which the dentist will acquire and then send for custom made LUMINEERS for you. In your second visit, the LUMINEERS will be fitted on your teeth. There is no drilling or shots involved that might alter the original and healthy teeth. Remember that whichever procedure you choose, consult a cosmetic dentist to ensure you choose the correct procedure. ABOUT THE AUTHOR John Martin has written many articles and blogs about the general and cosmetic dentistry to give you a happy, healthy, and youthful smile. He recommends Dr. Jerrold Goldsmith, DDS for smile makeovers using a variety of dental technology, such as LUMINEERS, Snap-On Smile, teeth whitening, cosmetic bonding, and more!