Cosmetic dentistry is a way of improving our appearance. It is an elective treatment but also provides restorative benefits. There are a number of dentistry procedures available, from the simple to the complex.
Whitening
Professional bleaching is a common form of tooth whitening. Your dentist will apply a whitening product using a tray that fits into your mouth like a mouth guard. The product used is usually hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide. As it breaks down, oxygen gets into the enamel on the teeth and the tooth colour lightens. The dentist will send you home with the trays to continue your treatment, which can take three to four weeks.
Veneers
Veneers are an ideal way of closing gaps between front teeth, treating discoloured teeth or repairing chips and cracks. The veneer is made of thin slices of porcelain that are made to fit over the surface of your teeth, similar to false fingernails. It is bonded to your tooth using an adhesive and looks totally natural.
Implants
Dental implants are an artificial replacement for a tooth’s root. They fit directly into your jawbone and hold crowns or false teeth in place. They blend with your normal teeth and are permanently secure once the bone and supporting tissue fuse to the implant.
Composite
Composite resin is shaped and moulded to your teeth to give the appearance of straighter whiter teeth. It is used as a solution for tooth decay, chipped teeth, gapping, and staining between teeth. The dentist will drill out the tooth decay and apply the resin onto the tooth surface, moulding it into the right shape. It is then cured with a high-intensity light. This is one of the least expensive cosmetic procedures available and gives the appearance of a normal healthy tooth. This type of cosmetic dentistry is carried out at dental practices all over the country; for example, general dentistry in Leicester is offered by practices such as http://www.sjrdental.co.uk/.
Inlays
Inlays and onlays can be made of gold, porcelain or composite resin. In a similar way to a filling, these materials are bonded to the area of the damaged tooth. They are used when a tooth has decay or when there is insufficient tooth surface to support a filling.
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