Cosmetic Dentistry
Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. Cracked, stained, and chipped teeth can detract from the impact of your smile, and this can make you feel less confident and more insecure. Cosmetic dentistry is a branch of dentistry focused on improving your smile with fixes for small cosmetic changes. We have a team of cosmetic dentists who are passionate about helping you look and feel your best with minimally invasive cosmetic services in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.
What Is Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry is a branch of dentistry focused on improving the look of your teeth and smile. For most patients, cosmetic procedures do not have a medical need but are rather performed for purely aesthetic reasons. These procedures can make people feel more secure and confident, reduce the impact of injuries on the mouth and teeth, and help people embrace their radiant smiles.
Who Is a Candidate for Cosmetic Dentistry?
Anyone who wants to improve their smile can be a candidate for cosmetic dentistry. Typically, our cosmetic dentists work with patients who have stained, cracked, or broken teeth but who do not need implants or orthodontic care to fix the problem. If you do need implants or orthodontic care, our orthodontists or oral surgeons are happy to help. For minor problems, cosmetic dentistry is a cost-effective, minimally invasive way to fix your teeth and improve your smile.
Our Cosmetic Dentistry Services
At Florida Smiles Dental, we offer a number of cosmetic dentistry services designed to give you a beautiful white smile. Whether it is treatment of missing teeth or treatment for stained and damaged teeth, our dental team will evaluate your smile and determine the best possible treatment options, choosing from the following:
Teeth Whitening
For many of our patients, the color of their teeth is their primary concern. Stained teeth can come due to the foods you eat, medications you take, and poor oral health care, but this problem is easy to treat for many patients. Our professional teeth whitening treatment options are a cost-effective, safe way to improve your smile and whiten those teeth.
This treatment works on surface stains, not deep staining. Professional teeth whitening works better than the store-bought options on the market because the bleaching agents have a much higher concentration than anything available over the counter. With the right teeth whitening treatment from Florida Smiles Dental, you can lighten your teeth up to eight shades in just one appointment with our team.
Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are a type of restorative dental prosthesis. They can fix missing or damaged teeth, covering them with a tooth-shaped and covered cap to preserve the look and function of your smile and mouth. This treatment does not require the removal of the natural tooth. We often use dental crowns to treat:
- Chipped teeth
- Cracked teeth
- Broken teeth
- Severely stained teeth
Crowns can be made from porcelain or metallic material, and some versions fuse porcelain to the metal. We also offer temporary crowns for certain dental problems.
To place a crown, your dentist may need to thin or trim the damaged tooth. They will then place a temporary crown while making the permanent crown, and you may need to be careful with what you eat while you have the temporary one. The permanent crown is more durable and will function like a normal tooth.
Dental Veneers
Veneers are similar to crowns in that they cover an existing tooth without needing removal. However, they are not a full cap. Instead, they are a thin shell that is attached to the front of the tooth. We use this treatment to fix:
- Chipped teeth
- Broken Teeth
- Misaligned teeth
- Stained teeth
- Worn teeth
- Irregularly shaped teeth
- Gaps in the mouth
Our dental team will remove a small amount of your tooth’s enamel to create the surface to attach a veneer so you do not have visible ledges between the tooth and the veneer. This makes veneers a permanent change.
Choosing Between Veneers Vs. Dental Crowns
Choosing between veneers and dental crowns often requires the knowledge of our dental team. Both options treat similar problems and thus can be a solution for your aesthetic concerns. They are also the two most popular choices for cosmetic dentistry in Ft. Lauderdale, outside of tooth whitening. Our dental team will help you decide which is the right option for you.
In many cases, the level of the damage to your teeth will dictate which option you need. In general, veneers and crowns both do the same job, and the right solution will be the one that covers the type of damage you have while preserving your ability to eat and talk as you normally do. You will need the guidance of a dental professional to know which option is the best choice for your cosmetic concern, and we are happy to help.
Dental Bonding
Finally, we offer dental bonding for some patients who want a less-invasive option than crowns and veneers. Bonding uses a composite resin to fix minor cracks and chips on teeth. If the cracks or chips are primarily cosmetic, but you want to restore their look and reduce the chance that they will get worse, this treatment works well. The resin has the texture of putty, and your dentist will place it on the teeth, ensuring it matches the color of your existing teeth to fill in the damaged area. Once set, the resin looks and functions just like your tooth, improving the aesthetics of your smile. When done under the skilled hand of a cosmetic dentist, dental bonding is practically impossible to detect.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry is a minimally invasive treatment option, which means there is little risk. The benefits of improved aesthetics and confidence usually outweigh the small risks. However, there is a small amount of risk for both veneers and crowns, as they do require the removal of the enamel or reshaping of the natural tooth. Our highly skilled dentists can perform these procedures with a high skill level to reduce any risk significantly. The end result, a beautiful smile that makes you feel great about yourself, is well worth this slight risk.
Is Cosmetic Dentistry Right for You?
Is cosmetic dentistry right for you? The answer depends on your goals. If you want an improved smile and the added confidence that comes with it, and need a cost-effective solution to enhance your looks, then cosmetic dentistry is the right choice. If you have severe damage that requires the removal of a natural tooth to improve your smile and the function of your teeth, then you will be a candidate for a different procedure. Again, our dentists can use their many years of experience to determine the right treatment choice for your dental condition. In many cases, cosmetic dentistry is the right choice.
Do You Want a More Beautiful Smile? Schedule a Consultation Today
A more beautiful smile can boost your confidence and give you more enthusiasm. Florida Smiles Dental can make it happy. If you want to improve your smile, fix a broken tooth, and increase your overall confidence, call our team today. We will be happy to schedule a consultation to discuss your needs with our caring and professional dental team.
