Cosmetic and orthodontic dental procedures are associated with improving the appearance of our teeth. Generally, cosmetic dentistry is an elective treatment for enhancing your smile. Today’s cosmetic advancements offer natural colored dental materials to restore and strengthen the tooth to last a lifetime. Orthodontics is focused on the alignment of your teeth. Most of us associate orthodontics with braces. Thanks to technology braces now have several options to the traditional wire braces. Orthodontic treatments also correct the alignment of your teeth between the upper and lower jaws. It’s known as an over or under bite.
Technology
Today, dentists are using a combination of intra-oral cameras and digital dental x-rays. Because these new devices take images faster radiation exposure is reduced. These tools capture virtual images of each tooth's detail. Thanks to technology the images are loaded directly to the computer screen for viewing. Now, dentists have virtual views of the tooth and the surrounding tissues. The benefits for the patience are more accurate diagnoses. These images allow patients to see their dental conditions. It helps to know what's going on inside of your mouth. The information also helps to reduce the stress and uncertainty during your visit.
Cosmetic Procedures
Porcelain veneers are thinner and stronger because of technology. They are customized to each patient’s teeth creating a natural appearance to your smile. The procedure is non-surgical and minimally invasive. Porcelain veneers are designed to last beyond 20 years. Inlays are part of the traditional dental procedure for replacing old or damaged fillings. The same composite material is used for inlays to restore broken or cracked teeth. The colors are so natural it’s hard to tell where the composite material ends and your own tooth begins.
Restoration of the natural tooth isn’t always possible. Technology has developed a better method of permanently replacing teeth using dental implants. The implant restores the natural tooth's appearance and prevents the remaining teeth from shifting.
Orthodontic Procedures
New techniques are being used to realign and correct irregular teeth. Most irregular teeth formations are caused by hereditary or genetics. Early childhood thumb sucking can cause the overbite. The condition is common. It does present difficulties related to dental health and physical appearance. The new porcelain veneers are being used to correct the overbite. Most patients are surprised at the changes in facial structures with this treatment. The corrections also improve your smile, speech and chewing functions.
Conclusion
Preserving the natural tooth structure is always the best option. And an experienced dentist does make a difference. Give us call if you have any questions about your dental conditions. Make an appointment and meet with one of our staff to discuss dental care that’s best for you.