3 Common Cosmetic Smile Concerns

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3 Common Cosmetic Smile Concerns We all know that what’s beneath the surface is more important, but sometimes we still have concerns about our appearance. Concerns about your smile’s appearance are typically ones that can be addressed in a way that can rebuild your confidence. Cosmetic dentistry is the art of addressing appearance concerns with conservative, healthy treatments. Your dentist in Greenville, TX, has a top priority and that is your smile’s health. Just after your smile’s health is the priority of how you feel about your smile. Addressing cosmetic concerns can help make you feel confident and happy about the way your smile looks. 

#1: Spacing or Crookedness

Misaligned teeth do affect the way your smile looks. More importantly though, crooked teeth can affect your smile’s health. Crooked teeth can bump into each other causing damage. They can be much more difficult to keep clean, which can result in an increased risk of tooth decay or gum disease. Invisalign clear aligners can be used to adjust mild to moderate smile misalignment.

#2: Color of Enamel

It seems like everyone wants vivid, bright, white teeth. As we live our life, our teeth face the elements and get discolored. If the discoloration only affects the outside of the teeth, a whitening treatment may be able to remove the shades to reveal a beautiful bright smile. However, if the discoloration is coming from inside the tooth, a whitening treatment will not be enough to change the smile’s appearance. In these situations, cosmetic bonding or porcelain veneers can be used to cover up the intrinsic deep discoloration.

#3: Shapes, Sizes, Textures of Teeth

Cosmetic bonding and porcelain veneers are also both ways to address other smile concerns, such as uneven shapes or sizes of teeth. Teeth that are cracked or chipped can also be repaired or covered using bonding or veneers respectively. Damage that is deeper than the surface may require restorative dentistry.

Do you have a cosmetic concern about your smile?

We can help you address your smile’s cosmetic concerns. To schedule a consultation with Smith Family Dentistry in Greenville, TX call us at 903-455-5750. We proudly serve patients from Hunt County, Greenville, Royce City, Sulphur Springs, and all surrounding communities.