How a Dentist Can Improve Your Smile

Are you tired of your smile? Do you have crooked teeth, yellowing teeth, or problems with the gums? Seeking out a Genesis Dental dentist to improve your smile can prevent you from being embarrassed by your smile. Cosmetic dentistry treatments have completely transformed the way a person’s smile can look. A smile makeover can restore your confidence and give you the smile you have always wanted. Here are some of the popular treatment options for patients seeking improvements to their smile. 

Teeth Whitening

One of the simple procedures is to undergo a teeth whitening treatment. Teeth whitening is easy to perform, as the dentist will use a chemical process to bleach the color of the teeth. They will create custom mouthpieces that hold the whitening solution in place during the procedure. Based on the color of your teeth, it may take multiple visits to the dental office before your teeth achieve the color that you have always wanted. After the appointment, it is up to you to make sure you are maintaining a healthy smile. Avoid foods that stain the teeth and cause the enamel to have problems protecting the teeth. Coffee, soda, and foods that are high in sugar can all cause numerous problems with the color of your teeth.

Dental Crowns

If you have teeth that are misshapen, severely damaged, or broken, a dentist will recommend dental crowns. A dental crown will simply replace the tooth, as it is a covering for the tooth. It protects the root of a tooth from further damage, and it can provide you with a new smile. The dental crown is essentially a perfect tooth, as the dentist can place it on the other tooth in a way that allows it to be straight. The dentist will also select a color that matches well with your smile. Like a traditional tooth, the crown will require daily brushing and flossing to continue protecting the tooth underneath.

Veneers

One other common treatment used in cosmetic dentistry is dental veneers. A Genesis Dental dentist will recommend using veneers if you have any of the following problems: 

• Large spaces between teeth 

• Chipped or worn teeth 

• Teeth with severe staining 

 • Poorly shaped teeth 

• Crooked teeth 

The veneers are a simple porcelain layering that is placed over the front of the tooth. It can quickly change the way your smile looks, boosting your confidence when you smile.