Your smile is what conveys your confidence, warmth and vitality. But some of the things that can detract from the beauty of your smile are misalignment, tooth discoloration and imperfections. Cosmetic dentistry offers a wide range of procedures and treatments to improve the appearance of your teeth and transform your smile.

Cosmetic dentistry will improve the aesthetic appearance of your smile.

The dentist Burwood will address any concerns related to the shape, colour, alignment and size of your teeth. Traditional dentistry focuses on oral functionality and health but a more aesthetic approach is taken with cosmetic dentistry. And this can help create smiles that are healthy and beautiful. There are many cosmetic dentistry procedures that can help transform your smile. A common procedure is teeth whitening where discoloured or stained teeth can be brightened and lightened. This can help restore a youthful appearance to your smile. Dramatic results can be achieved by professional teeth whitening treatments that are performed by a dentist compared to store-bought whitening kits. You will be able to enjoy these results in a very short time whereas a longer duration will be needed for in-store kits.

Porcelain veneers are another way

To hide imperfections in teeth such as cracks, gaps, chips and stains. These are thin shells that are custom made to match your natural teeth. They will be bonded to the front surface of the teeth and the veneers can improve the appearance of your smile dramatically as it creates a uniform and symmetrical smile. A tooth coloured composite resin material is applied to your teeth in dental bonding so that minor imperfections can be repaired. Dental bonding is a minimally invasive treatment option that can effectively improve the appearance of your smile. When there is missing teeth, you can find a permanent solution for these with dental implants. They can replace the missing teeth and restore your smile aesthetics and function. These implants will be placed into the jawbone surgically and these will have a crown, denture or bridge that is custom made. This will ensure that the result is natural looking.

Clear aligners and braces fall under the category of orthodontic treatment.

This is used to correct misaligned teeth or any issues with bite. Orthodontic treatment can improve the function and appearance of your smile. While straight teeth are aesthetically pleasing, they will also be easier to clean and maintain so that you have fewer dental issues in the future. Gum reshaping or contouring is where excess gum tissue is removed so that a more proportionate appearance of teeth and gums is created. This is a way to create an uneven gum line or gummy smile. This will improve the overall aesthetics of your smile. Having a beautiful smile and boost your self-esteem and you will be able to smile freely and interact with others. You will also enjoy improved oral health because issues such as misalignment, tooth decay and gum disease will be addressed.