The purpose of cosmetic dentistry is to improve people’s smiles. There are many different types of cosmetic dentistry available to patients who visit a dentist Navan. These include teeth whitening, fillings, veneers, dental bridges and crowns. Cosmetic dentistry is usually available to private patients, but in some circumstances medical card patients are also accepted.
Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening is one of the most common forms of cosmetic dentistry that patients undergo at a dental surgery.
Teeth whitening is the process that bleaches the teeth to make them several shades lighter and to remove staining and yellowing of the teeth. Whilst teeth whitening cannot make teeth a brilliant shade of white, it can lighten the colour of teeth by several shades.
People opt for teeth whitening when their teeth have become stained from foods and drinks such as curries, red wine and coffee. Often people lose confidence and become conscious of their smile due to the staining on their teeth. It is essential that teeth whitening is performed at a dentist and not elsewhere, such as a beauty salon, as this is illegal.
Also there could be risks involved, therefore patients must visit their dentist for this treatment. The teeth whitening process can take up to a few appointments in order to achieve the optimal shade of white. The appointments will take place over the course of a few months. At the initial consultation the dentist will explain the procedure in detail and will discuss the options available to the patient and tailor the treatment accordingly.
White Fillings
Fillings are designed to repair any holes, cracks or any other type of damage to teeth. This is another very common procedure that can be undertaken at your dentist. Nowadays fillings can be made to be very natural looking and therefore white fillings are the more popular option amongst patients, as people do not want their fillings to show when they smile, talk or open their mouths. White fillings are usually made up of a resin material.
The material is long lasting and durable and therefore if they are taken care of properly and if patients maintain good oral hygiene they can last almost up to a lifetime. White fillings are available to most patients if requested.
Veneers
A veneer is a thin sliver of material that almost looks like a shell and gets placed on the surface of the tooth to treat broken, chipped, crooked, or stained teeth. The two main types of veneers that are available are composite and porcelain.
Individuals usually opt for veneers because this procedure is not invasive and is a relatively quick and simple treatment. It is possible for individuals to either get a single veneer or multiple veneers.
Most people opt to get 6-8 veneers in order to create a seamless, even look and to enhance their smile and improve the appearance of their overall teeth. At the initial consultation with the dentist, patients will be given expert advice on the options available to them and this will be tailored according to the individual needs and requirements of the patient, which will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
