Most people aren’t born with perfect teeth. Even those with a movie star smile can get into an accident that permanently alters the appearance of their smile. If you need Happy Valley dental care, here are some cosmetic procedures that can help.
Bonding
If your teeth or chipped, cracked or misshapen, dental bonding can improve their appearance. Bonding consists of a resin that mimics the natural color of your teeth. The resin is made of plastic and bonds to your teeth using a laser light. After your dentist contours and polishes the bond, it will blend in with your teeth. Because bonds are made of durable, tooth-colored material, dentists sometimes use them to fill cavities instead of silver fillings.
Implants
When you are missing a tooth, a dental implant can act as a replacement. With implants, a metal post is placed into the socket. The job bone grows around the post and the replacement tooth is fitted onto the foundation. Sometimes implants are used as a protective measure against the deterioration of other teeth. When you are missing a tooth, more pressure is placed on the surrounding teeth, which causes them to wear down more quickly. Implants allow your teeth to work only as hard as they are supposed to.
Crowns
Crowns or caps are resin, ceramic, metal or porcelain replacements that offer cosmetic enhancement when a tooth is damaged. They can be fitted over discolored and misshapen teeth, thus masking the damage. Crowns can also provide a shield for a tooth that is in danger of cracking or splitting.
The resin is made of plastic and bonds to your teeth using a laser light. After your dentist contours and polishes the bond, it will blend in with your teeth. Because bonds are made of durable, tooth-colored material, dentists sometimes use them to fill cavities instead of silver fillings. Sometimes implants are used as a protective measure against the deterioration of other teeth. When you are missing a tooth, more pressure is placed on the surrounding teeth, which causes them to wear down more quickly. Implants allow your teeth to work only as hard as they are supposed to.
By inserting a crown above the gum line over the tooth, the tooth has a chance to strengthen and recover, which can improve the appearance of the actual tooth. If you’re not pleased with your teeth, you have plenty of options to consider. Your dental professional can help you decide which is the best procedure for you.
