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Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments

March 28, 2010 By Dr. Chetan Leave a Comment

Cosmetic dentistry treatments are done for making the teeth and smile of the people more beautiful. As these treatments are done for adding beauty to the face of the people, they require people to have their teeth in perfect health before any cosmetic treatment. If someone has any kind of problem with his teeth then he should get it treated before getting any cosmetic dental treatment done. Crowns, fillings, inlays, root fillings, veneers and outlays are used for the restoration of those teeth which are worn, broken, or affected by diseases of gum.

Those people who have cavities or holes in one or more of their teeth get fillings tooth colored filings done by the dentist. Fillings are important to prevent further decay to the teeth. A large number of dentists use amalgam for filling the cavities. Fillings are generally done for those teeth which are not used for chewing food. This is because amalgam may wear off if filled in those teeth which are used for grinding or chewing food. As amalgam fillings have reported different kinds of health problems in people, dentists use other materials for filling teeth now days.

Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments

A cap or crown is fitted on those teeth which have been decayed, broken or worn very badly. Crowns made from different materials are offered by the dentists. There prices vary according to their material. However, crowns add beauty to the teeth of people. Teeth whitening treatments like polishing are also included in cosmetic dental treatments. At present, people can purchase different kinds teeth whitening products from the market. However, it is best to visit a dentist for getting the whiteness of your teeth enhanced.

Laser bleaching is also done by dentists for making the teeth of people sparkle. In this treatment, bleaching gel is put on the teeth of the people while there gums are covered by a rubber mask. Then a special light stream is thrown on the teeth for enhancing their color. Veneers are fitted to those teeth which have been chipped off slightly. It is important to do so for preventing the teeth from further decay.

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