Enhancing Your Smile with Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry offers a solution for virtually any type of dental concern, including everything from missing teeth to a crooked, misaligned smile. Learn more about the cosmetic dentistry treatments available to address common dental complaints and find out which treatment is right for you.

Discolored Teeth

In most cases, tooth discoloration can be eliminated with the help of in-office teeth whitening. However, certain types of staining, including discoloration associated with the use of medications or supplements, as well as discoloration associated with aging (including graying teeth) may be better addressed with porcelain veneers. Veneers can be used to literally mask stained teeth to create a sparkling new smile.

Cracked Tooth

The recommended treatment for a cracked tooth depends upon the severity of the damage. A severely damaged tooth may need to be reinforced with a porcelain dental crown. More superficial damage can be addressed with porcelain inlays or onlays, or porcelain veneers to cover the damage.

Chipped Tooth

A tooth with a minor chip can often be restored with dental bonding. Your dentist will apply bonding material to the affected area and then sculpt the material when dried. Bonding is a quick, easy, and effective treatment for minor to moderately sized chips.

Crooked Teeth

Traditional orthodontics are no longer the only solution for crooked or misaligned teeth; there are several new adult orthodontic treatments which can be used to straighten teeth without the inconveniences associated with regular metal braces. Your dentist may also be able to use porcelain veneers to conceal alignment concerns and craft a straight smile in just a few appointments.

Missing Teeth

Missing teeth pose a serious cosmetic problem, but they are even more troublesome for your overall oral health. When teeth are lost, whether due to age, decay, or by accident, the entire structure of the mouth changes. Nearby teeth begin to shift, and before long the entire mouth is out of alignment. The best available treatment for missing teeth is to replace them with durable dental implants. Dental implants can be used replace both the root portion and visible portion of missing teeth.

For more information about making over your smile with cosmetic dentistry, contact Exton Dental Health Group & The Pennsylvania Center for Cosmetic Dentistry today to schedule an appointment.