Cosmetic dentistry is the state of the art professional oral care intended for increasing the aesthetic appearance of the teeth in particular and the face in general. Some of the procedures used in cosmetic dental procedures by dentist Arlington are fairly simple and some of them are complex which requires specialized care. Some of the important procedures used by a dentist are explained below.
Inlays and onlays
The indirect filling made in a dental laboratory is known as inlays and onlays. They are used when there is moderate tooth decay or when the existing structure is not enough to support a filling. The inlays are usually placed directly on the tooth surface. When great portion of the tooth is damaged an onlay is used as it has to cover the entire surface of the tooth. These are made of composite resin material in dental laboratory and they are attached with the help of some adhesive dental cement used in family dentistry. They prevent further deterioration and strengthen the teeth and restore their shape.
Dental veneers
Dental veneers are prostheses made of medical grade ceramic, resembling each ones natural teeth. They look extremely natural and are able to resolve many cosmetic problems like crooked teeth, damaged enamel, noticeable gap between teeth etc. Dental adhesive is used by a dentist to fix the veneer at the appropriate place in the most suitable manner.
Composite bonding
The repairing carried to discolored and decayed teeth using a material that exactly resembles the color of the patient’s teeth is known as composite bonding. The decayed teeth are drilled by the dentist and he then sculpts the damaged teeth using the composite material. This is the least expensive of all cosmetic dental procedures suitable for patients suffering from tooth decay, cracked teeth, worn out edges etc.
Teeth whitening
Over the years smoking and other improper eating habits may bring stains and dirt over the teeth. The plaque, tartar or other debris found on the surface of each tooth is cleaned and teeth whitening or teeth bleaching are done to bring back its shining appearance. Sometimes teeth whitening are done to give a lighter shade than the present shade of the teeth.
Implants
Dental implants are used to supplement the lost teeth due to old age or accidents. A titanium screw is fixed in the jaw where the tooth is missing. The shape of the teeth to be fixed is obtained by the dentist using some clay like material used in family dentistry Arlington and the tooth so made is fixed to the screw already fixed in the jaw.
Full mouth reconstruction
When some patients appear before the dentist with a view to improve the attractiveness of their smile, your dentist may notice that it is necessary to correct the functional problems of your bite, teeth and related muscles and even the jaw bone structure. Such overall correction is known as full mouth reconstruction in family dentistry. Today’s dentists are capable of providing all-round dental help so as to make your teeth look very natural and attractive.
