Exploring the Latest Advances in Cosmetic Dentistry
Good oral hygiene can help you maintain healthy teeth, but you may still feel your smile isn’t as bright or aesthetic as you want. The good news is that advances in cosmetic dentistry make smile transformations possible with more comfort, less downtime, and precision care.
Cosmetic dentistry is a branch of dental work aimed at improving your smile. Generally, the focus is on fixing irregularities in your teeth, such as gaps, cracks, or discoloration, rather than the health of your teeth. However, your dentist may need to fix any underlying issues before you undergo cosmetic procedures.
Depending on your health and goals, there are many ways to enhance your smile, from veneers and tooth whitening to implants and more.
Dental veneers are custom tooth coverings made of durable materials like porcelain or resin. Your dentist bonds these veneers to your teeth to hide stains, gaps, or cracks and transform your smile.
Professional teeth whitening is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that can quickly refresh and brighten your smile. Your dentist applies a bleaching gel to your teeth in-office or sends you home with custom trays that you can use over a few treatments at home. The dentist may also use advanced technologies such as micro-abrasion or laser therapy to remove stains.
Dental implants are posts surgically installed in your jaw to replace missing teeth. Implants are custom-fitted to your mouth and facial structure to create a natural appearance and are more comfortable than traditional dentures.
New technologies and procedures have changed cosmetics, allowing you to receive precision treatment and a natural-looking smile with little downtime and more comfort.
Modern technology has improved the dental experience, creating safer and faster imaging and diagnosing and precise treatment planning. For instance, digital X-rays use sensors and computers to take images of your teeth and bones, which uses 80% to 90% less radiation than traditional film.
In addition, cone beam imaging is a CT scan that provides 3D images with a shorter scanning time. Intra-oral cameras and scanners take images and impressions of your teeth from inside your mouth, which can build detailed 3D models for planning.
Lasers have many purposes in dentistry, from removing infected gum tissue and tooth decay to performing painless surgery without bleeding. Dentists also use low-level lasers to promote healing and reduce swelling and discomfort in gums and tissues.
However, lasers are also a powerful tool for cosmetic dentistry. Your dentist can use it to remove gum tissue or reshape your gums without pain or bleeding during gum contouring and to whiten your teeth.
Many people want to undergo cosmetic procedures or general dental care but have fear or anxiety or struggle with treatment. Sedation dentistry is one option that uses medication to help keep calm. Depending on the type of sedation, you may be awake but calm and carefree, sleepy, or unconscious.
Sedation dentistry may be necessary for major oral surgery. However, you can also have sedation in the office to help you feel comfortable while you get the care you want or need.
Starbody Dental, a cosmetic dentist in Murfreesboro, offers advanced treatments to help you create the perfect, life-changing smile. With sedation options and leading-edge technologies, we prioritize your comfort and tailor treatment to your needs. Get in touch to learn how we can help.
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