A bright, white and straight smile can significantly boost your confidence. If you’re unhappy with the appearance of your teeth, then cosmetic dentistry might be the treatment option for you. Cosmetic dentistry, focuses on enhancing the appearance of your teeth, gums, and overall smile. But more than this, treatment can improve your overall oral health and wellbeing.

In this article, we’re exploring what cosmetic dentistry includes, the procedures, and what are deemed the most popular types of treatment.

What Are The Types Of Cosmetic Dentistry?

There are a wide range of cosmetic dental treatments, designed to address various concerns about your teeth and smile. The most common treatments include:

• Dental Veneers: These are a custom-fit porcelain shell or composite resin that cover the front surface of your teeth. Veneers can fix chips, gaps, discolouration and uneven teeth. This cosmetic dental treatment is brilliant for improving the appearance of your smile.
• Composite Bonding: A pain-free and non-invasive solution, composite bonding uses a tooth coloured resin to conceal imperfections such as chipped teeth, gaps, discolouration, and even change the shape of your teeth.
• Teeth Whitening: A popular and affordable treatment option for many, whitening of the teeth removes discolouration and staining, improving the appearance of your smile.
• Dental Implants: A dental implant, typically made of titanium, is placed into the jawbone to replace the original root of the tooth. A tailored and crafted crown is then placed on top. Implants are a permanent solution for missing teeth and can restore the function and look of your teeth.
• Gum Contouring: This treatment option involves reshaping the gum line to enhance the appearance of your smile.

At Robinson’s Dental Practice, we’re proud to specialise in cosmetic dentistry, serving patients from Christchurch, Bournemouth, and further. You can discover more about our cosmetic dental treatments here.

Understanding The Procedures For Cosmetic Dentistry

To determine the best treatment for your needs, we recommend you consult with your dentist who will be able to guide you to the treatment option right for you. They will assess the state of your oral health, your desire to transform your smile, and the next steps and associated costs.

• Consultation: Your dentist will discuss your concerns about your teeth with you, and provide a recommended treatment option to achieve the smile you’re dreaming of.
• Treatment Plan: After your consultation, your dentist will provide you with a tailored treatment plan, outlining the cosmetic dental treatment, the procedure, desired results, and the cost.
• Procedure: The procedure you have will depend on the cosmetic dental treatment you need. Most cosmetic procedures, such as Dental Veneers and Composite Bonding are relatively painless and your dentist should ensure you are comfortable throughout.
• Aftercare: It’s crucial that you are taking good care of your teeth following your cosmetic dental treatment. This increases the longevity of your treatment, so your stunning smile transformation will last for years to come.

The Most Popular Cosmetic Dental Treatments

There are many treatment options available for cosmetic dentistry, with some more popular than others. Teeth whitening is the most popular option, which is something we find with our patients to whiten and brighten smiles. Dental veneers and composite bonding closely follow, however, the popularity and decision behind which cosmetic dental treatment you have will depend on the desired outcome.

If you are considering cosmetic dental treatment to transform your smile, we recommend you consult with a cosmetic dentist to discuss your options and the best approach for achieving the smile you desire.

We’re proud to have helped to transform the confidence and smiles of so many of our patients with cosmetic dentistry. For more information about how we can support your smile makeover, contact us today.