Do you have flaws in your smile that bother you? It can be difficult to show off your grin with confidence when you are self-conscious about aesthetic flaws. This isn’t uncommon, and there are all sorts of ways to correct them. Continue reading to learn about some of the most common cosmetic dental flaws and what your dentist can do to mend them and improve your confidence.
Tooth Discoloration
This is the most common cosmetic issue people have with their smile. It can be caused by multiple different factors. Some of the common culprits include cigarettes, coffee, and red wine. Discoloration is also a natural part of aging. Fortunately, this can be lessened with professional teeth whitening. After attending a consultation with your dentist, they can provide you with a take-home teeth whitening kit to use in the comfort of your own home. This helps patients achieve beautiful results in just a couple of weeks. For more extreme cases of discoloration, veneers can help to mask discoloration and makeover your smile!
Crooked Teeth
Not everyone naturally developed a straight smile. In addition to not being as aesthetically pleasing, misalignment can make it more difficult to clean your teeth thoroughly, increasing your risk of gum disease and tooth decay. The good news is that you no longer need to ensure a mouthful of metal brackets and wires to achieve a straighter smile. Invisalign utilizes a series of clear plastic aligners to slowly shift the teeth into their rightful locations. This way, patients can undergo orthodontic treatment more discreetly.
Uneven Teeth
Irregularly shaped teeth can be caused by multiple factors, including genetics and teeth grinding. This can make you appear older, and you could end up with issues related to your jaw and facial structure. If your case is mild, gum recontouring or crown lengthening could do the trick. Cosmetic dental bonding can be used to alter the shape, length, or width of your tooth. If you want a more dramatic fix, veneers make an excellent solution.
Broken Teeth
Whether you have a few small chips or more serious damage, there are solutions. Smaller cracks and chips can be corrected with cosmetic dental bonding. For larger issues, your dentist may be able to preserve the healthy tooth structure with a dental crown. If a tooth is beyond repair, you and your dentist can discuss tooth replacement options, like dental bridges and dental implants, to complete your smile.
No matter which flaw in your smile is bothering you, your dentist can help to fix it. It’s never too late to work towards a healthier, beautiful smile!
About the Author
At Homestead Dental, Dr. Andrew Schope and Dr. Andrew Cote work together to serve patients in the Centennial area. With their combined experience and expertise, patients can get pretty much anything they need under one roof. To learn more about the restorative and cosmetic options we have to offer or to schedule a consultation, visit our website or call (303) 224-9400.