How Cosmetic Dentistry Can Boost Your Self-Confidence

Patients who want to explore cosmetic dentistry often feel that it is an unnecessary expense. Although cosmetic dentistry may seem like a luxury, patients should know it has benefits beyond appearance.

If you are unhappy with your teeth, you may feel reluctant to share your smile. You may shy away from smiling in public or taking photos; others may have the wrong impression about your character and personality.

Cosmetic dentistry improves your smile and can also give you a sense of self-confidence that can improve your quality of life. This blog details our offerings and shows how Amarillo Dental Associates can be your partner in achieving the smile you always wanted.

Cosmetic Problems We Can Address

• Chipped teeth
• Gapped teeth
• Slightly misaligned or misshapen teeth
• Uneven teeth
• Stained or discolored teeth

Procedures We Offer

Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening can illuminate your smile. We offer whitening options to meet your needs.

To whiten your teeth your dentist can provide a whitening gel, strips or emulsion. For whitening gel you will wear custom whitening trays for the prescribed length of time each day. Achieving the shade you want may take a few weeks to a month.

Microabrasion

Microabrasion is a non-chemical alternative to teeth whitening. A gritty polish removes surface stains and reveals the white enamel underneath. Since microabrasion does not involve peroxide, it is also safe for younger patients.

Dental Veneers

Veneers are excellent because they can replace multiple cosmetic procedures in one step. They can correct the look of stained, chipped, gapped, and slightly misaligned or misshapen teeth.

To place veneers, your dentist takes digital impressions of your teeth to shape the forward surfaces. Then, they remove a wafer-thin layer of tooth enamel. Your dentist applies a porcelain or composite sheet that wraps around the forward-facing tooth surfaces and cements it.

Dental Bonding

Bonding is a versatile cosmetic procedure that can correct the appearance of chipped, gapped, stained, or misshapen teeth. It can also visually lengthen your teeth.

Bonding is both an art and a science. It is less costly than other options and can replace multiple procedures simultaneously.

Smile Makeovers

We can combine cosmetic procedures to give your teeth a makeover, resulting in a bright, even smile. With a comprehensive makeover, you will feel eager to show your smile to everyone you meet.

You Can Feel Great About Your Smile

If you have problem teeth and feel tired of hiding them, it's time to make a change. Cosmetic dental procedures like these will boost your mood and improve your self-esteem. Amarillo Dental Associates can help you regain self-confidence and show your friends and family your genuine smile.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cosmetic Dentistry

What can I do to keep my bonded teeth looking their best?

Since bonding involves composite resin, patients must care for their teeth. Do not eat hard foods like candy and nuts. Avoid nail-biting, ice-chewing, and chewing on pens.

Bonding material is more prone to stains than natural tooth enamel, so be careful with darkly pigmented foods and beverages like dark chocolate and coffee or tea.. Brush your teeth after consuming these items. Do not use tobacco products since these produce yellow and brown stains.

Does insurance cover cosmetic dentistry?

Procedures considered solely cosmetic generally do not receive coverage under dental insurance plans. Cosmetic dentistry is an investment that you make in yourself. You may be surprised how affordable these procedures are and how they can increase your confidence, self image and make you want to smile again.

Call Amarillo Dental Associates 

Cosmetic dentistry is more than a luxury. It can help you feel good about your appearance, leading to self-confidence growth. To learn more about cosmetic dentistry and how we can help improve the look of your smile, please call our Amarillo, TX, office at 806-355-7463. We would love to schedule a consultation to help you feel better about your teeth.