Cosmetic Dentistry: Necessary or Narcissistic?
  Winter 2008

PhotoPeople sometimes shy away from the term "cosmetic dentistry" because they worry it may sound vain. The truth is, while some cosmetic dentistry simply covers aesthetic enhancements, much of it covers practical dental necessities too.

For example, over time, our teeth can wear down and develop chips and cracks. This results not only in an aesthetically uneven smile, but also difficulty in chewing. Not being able to consume a proper diet will, of course, lead to a multitude of other health issues.

Chipped or otherwise damaged teeth can easily be covered with porcelain veneers, mended with dental bonding or covered with crowns or onlays. Your smile will look great with these "cosmetic" improvements, and your overall health could improve too as your stronger teeth allow you to consume many of the fresh foods that may have been difficult to eat with your damaged ones.

Crooked teeth are often a cosmetic concern, but from a health perspective they can also be a liability, as they are harder to floss and clean properly, which could lead to gum disease and other diseases and health issues throughout your body. Straighten out your smile to help straighten out your health.

The bright, perfect smiles of magazine models reflect the most popular form of cosmetic dentistry: teeth whitening. But even those of us who aren't supermodels can appreciate the younger, more confident look that a whiter smile brings, and the psychological boost that comes with looking better.

Of course, all the whitening in the world won't help your smile if you're missing teeth. The gap left by a missing tooth can affect the positions of other teeth, allowing them to drift out of position, changing your bite and potentially leading to gum disease and pain in the jaw. If you'd like to minimize the risk of dental problems due to the gap, as well as be able to smile and eat again with confidence and yes - look better too! - please ask us for more information on dental implants.

Let's talk about cosmetic dentistry to help you look and feel great!

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