Cosmetic dentistry is on the rise, and it’s easy to see why. Upgrading the appearance of your smile can boost your self-esteem, take years off your face, and even improve your oral health. How’s that for a glow up?
Here’s why this special area of dentistry is becoming so popular and learn more about a few exciting procedures that can improve your smile, too!
Cosmetic Dentistry: What’s Behind the Boom?
It used to be that cosmetic dentistry procedures like veneers or teeth whitening were thought to be too exclusive for the average person and were mostly attributed to celebrities or the wealthy. Today, however, thanks to more dentists being trained in these procedures and them becoming so affordable, cosmetic dentistry is more popular than ever before.
Furthermore, social media influencers and the trend of posting our lives on our own accounts has also fueled this boom. After all, if you post yourself regularly, you’re not only going to notice things that bother you more frequently, but you likely want to put your best foot (or face!) forward.
Popular Procedures
When it comes to cosmetic dentistry, there are many different options to correct myriad issues. Here are some common treatments.
Veneers
Are your teeth discolored or stained? Are you unhappy with their shape or size? Do you have gaps that you’d like to close without the need for orthodontics? Veneers could be the answer. These thin porcelain shells fit over your existing, healthy teeth and create a whiter, brighter, more evenly shaped smile. They last up to 20 years, resist staining, and look and feel just like your natural teeth.
Dental Bonding
Dental bonding is a procedure to help repair damaged teeth that have chips or wear. Your dentist will use the same materials used to create fillings to essentially re-sculpt the missing portion of your tooth. This creates a durable, natural-looking restoration that no one will ever know isn’t “real.”
Zoom! Whitening
Professional teeth whitening with the Zoom! system can lift up to eight shades of discoloration from your teeth in about an hour. Using a special bleaching gel and light combination, your dentist will oversee your results and make sure that all your teeth are evenly treated, so there’s no need to worry about uneven color or lackluster results like you might with over-the-counter white strips or gels. Best of all, because it can be done in just one visit, you won’t experience as much sensitivity as you would with non-prescription kits that take months to get mediocre results.
Invisalign
Invisalign isn’t purely cosmetic, but it will improve the look of your smile in addition to aligning your bite and making your teeth easier to clean and keep cavity-free. Plus, because your aligners are clear, you can improve your smile without it being too obvious that you’ve got braces on. Results are permanent, and most treatments last between six months to two years. A portion of your treatment may even be covered by your dental insurance.
Don’t think that cosmetic dentistry is just for socialites and celebrities. This increasingly popular branch of dentistry is now more affordable and accessible than ever before. Speak to your dentist today about which procedures can help you achieve your smile goals!
About Our Practice
The team at Smile by Design of Virginia Beach strives to provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere for patients of all ages. They take the time to truly listen to you to understand your oral health goals and work together with you to customize a treatment plan that best helps you achieve them.
To schedule a consultation for cosmetic dentistry, please visit our website or call us at 757-499-9639.