Cosmetic dentistry procedures have become quite popular. People know that they are judged on their appearance. Since their smile is one of the first things that prospective employers or friends see, they know that it has to be flawless. Teeth whitening treatments are the most popular cosmetic procedures requested in the offices of Dentists Cincinnati. Many people have already tried at-home bleaching kits and have been very disappointed. That’s because the whitening chemicals aren’t as strong and it takes up to two weeks to see the results. Just a single 90-minute office visit can whiten teeth up to eight shades.
In addition to the color of their teeth, many patients are unhappy with their appearance. Some people are born with badly shaped teeth, they might even have uneven spaces and gaps between them. This makes some people so self-conscious that they won’t open their mouths to speak in social situations. Often others misinterpret this silence as conceit when it is really fear. Sometimes patients are even too embarrassed to discuss it with their dentist. When the dentist asks if the patient is aware of cosmetic treatments to improve their appearance, often the patient is unaware of their availability.
Dental veneers can change the shape and spacing of teeth in one or two dental visits. If the patient opts for resin dental veneers, Dentists in Cincinnati can complete the process in only one visit. The dentist takes a thin layer of enamel off of the teeth, so that the veneer will fit the tooth properly. He then uses resin to shape a thin shell that fits over the front of the tooth. It is easily bonded into place. Some patients believe that porcelain veneers are more natural looking. Therefore they ask the dentist to fit them with this type. The dentist cannot perform this function alone. He takes an impression of the patient’s teeth and sends them to the dental laboratory. At the second visit, he attaches them to the front of the teeth.
If a person is missing a single tooth, a dental implant and porcelain crown can replace it. It is cared for just like any other tooth. If the patient practices good dental hygiene the implant should last for 25 or more years. If the patient wants to have their teeth whitened, that should be done first. That way the implant will match the whiter teeth.
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