People who are happier with their smile tend to be more self-confident. There are a number of procedures that can be done as part of smile makeovers to give patients the smiles they wish they had.
Braces or Invisalign
People with crowded teeth, crooked teeth, gaps in between teeth, an underbite, or an overbite may benefit most from having some type of braces. These days, braces can have tooth-colored or clear brackets, making them less noticeable, or people can opt for Invisalign to make their treatment even less noticeable.
Teeth Whitening
Another popular component of smile makeovers near Lakeview is teeth whitening. A whiter smile can make people look younger, as teeth tend to get darker with age, regardless of how well people care for them. Professional teeth whitening has better results and is faster than the at-home treatments available, lasting as long as three years and making teeth as much as six shades lighter.
Porcelain Veneers, Crowns, and Bridges
Porcelain looks very natural, and thus makes a good material for changing the look of a tooth or fixing dental issues. Veneers cover the tooth with a thin layer of porcelain to fix small problems with the smile, such as a chipped tooth or small gaps, while crowns and bridges are useful for covering up or replacing more badly damaged teeth. For any of these procedures, some of the tooth needs to be removed to make room for the porcelain, meaning they aren’t considered reversible procedures and the porcelain parts of the teeth will need to be repaired or replaced if damaged.
Bonding
With bonding, a tooth-colored composite material is used to help make a discolored or chipped tooth look better. The same material is often used in tooth-colored fillings or to cover up any exposed roots of the teeth when gums start to recede. Unlike with veneers, no part of the tooth needs to be removed to apply the bonding, but it only lasts a few years before needing to be redone.
Family Dental Care can help with all your dental needs, including cosmetic dentistry, family dentistry, oral surgery, braces, laser services, and emergency dental services. For more information please visit them today.
