Top Trends in Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry is becoming increasingly popular with individuals who want healthy teeth and an attractive smile. Advancements in the technology behind many of the most well-known procedures have made them more affordable than ever before. We’re highlighting trends in cosmetic dentistry and cosmetic dentistry procedures which have improved over the past few years.
Top Trends in Cosmetic Dentistry
Veneers and Other Ceramic Enhancements
Ceramic materials used in the past are much different than they are today. Today, dentists can give your smile a complete makeover with the use of these improved ceramic materials. From straightening teeth to closing gaps, repairing damaged or discolored teeth can all be accomplished through the use of veneers, crowns, inlays, and onlays.
Learn more in Are Porcelain Veneers Right for Me?
Dental Implants
Dental implants allow dentists to fill in areas of missing teeth without the use of bridges or partials. Implants are metal posts attached to the bone with a ceramic crown. Not only do the implants promote healthy bone growth, but they also prevent teeth from shifting to fill in the gaps. With dental implants in place, you will never know that a tooth had been missing. Here’s what to know before a dental implant procedure.
Bonding
Bonding techniques are used to repair damaged teeth. The bonding material used to fix chips, cracks, discolorations and other imperfections, is a composite resin can be tinted to match the surrounding teeth. Once we apply the stain resistant mixture to the surface of the tooth, it hardens or cures, making it extremely strong and resilient.
Tooth Whitening
Today’s state of the art tooth whitening systems include enhanced formulas that are designed to provide longer lasting results without the tooth sensitivity that often occurred with products in the past. Tooth whitening procedures performed in a dentist’s office, such as the KoR whitening system, offer fast, professional results without the mess of home whitening kits.
Invisalign®
The Invisalign® system, one of the latest trends in cosmetic dentistry, uses clear aligners that are designed to straighten teeth gradually and without the use of restrictive braces and orthodontic appliances. Each aligner is worn for a specific period of time to allow the teeth to shift slowly and naturally into position.
While the top trends in cosmetic dentistry are still considered to be elective procedures by insurance companies, the new technology behind them has made each one much more affordable than in the past. In some cases, insurance companies may opt to cover the procedure because of the medical benefits it offers. Schedule an appointment with Ultimate Smile Design to find out if a cosmetic dental procedure is right for you!