What is Smile Enhancement
Many patients want a beautiful smile that boosts their confidence. Fortunately, smile enhancement includes various treatment options to help patients meet these goals. A smile enhancement differs from a smile makeover as it involves minimally invasive procedures to improve the appearance of your smile. Below are additional details of various procedures commonly involved in a smile enhancement.
What is a Smile Enhancement
As suggested by the name, a smile enhancement focuses on enhancing the appearance of your smile. Procedures are typically less invasive compared to a full smile makeover. A summary of procedures commonly included in an enhancement is summarized below.
Teeth Whitening
Perhaps one of the easiest ways to enhance the smile is with teeth whitening. Over time, the teeth can become brown or dull in color. This may be caused by smoking, tea, coffee, or other things. Whitening can effectively remove stubborn stains and lighten the teeth several shades.
Dental Bonding
Dental bonding is an affordable procedure where the dentist applies a tooth-colored resin to the teeth. Bonding can resolve issues such as cracks, chips, and gaps. This treatment is relatively quick and is not invasive. The results are immediately visible, and there is no downtime for recovery.
Gum Contouring
When patients have uneven gums or an overgrowth of gum tissue, they may benefit from gum. The contouring can reshape and modify the appearance of the gums, giving the smile improved symmetry and a more attractive smile.
Tooth Reshaping or Contouring
Reshaping and contouring of the teeth involves sculpting the edges of the teeth. This procedure helps improve the symmetry and shape of the teeth. Contouring can restore minor imperfections, including uneven teeth or minor chips.
Invisalign
Clear aligners, or Invisalign, are an excellent treatment option for patients who have alignment issues with their teeth. The clear, removable trays are a discreet way to straighten the teeth and adjust the bite. In cases of more severe alignment or bite issues, patients will need to have traditional braces.
Inlays and Onlays
Porcelain inlays and onlays are another excellent treatment option for enhancing the smile. Patients with slightly damaged teeth can benefit from the custom-made restorations that fit over the natural tooth. The inlay or onlay can restore the tooth, giving it a natural shape and appearance.
Fillings
Some patients have older, metal fillings which are not natural in their appearance. These fillings can be replaced with a tooth-colored material, which gives it a more natural appearance.
Advantages
Smile enhancements offer several advantages for those looking to improve their smile without undergoing a complete smile makeover. Key benefits of a smile enhancement include the following:
• Affordable
• Quick Treatments
• Subtle
• Non-invasive
• Minimal downtime
Candidates
Patients who are happy with their smile but want to improve certain aspects are ideal candidates for a smile enhancement. The procedures involved in an enhancement are great for patients who have minor imperfections, discoloration, or mild damage. This type of restoration works especially well for those who want an affordable, effective restoration with no downtime. A smile enhancement offers patients a more subtle transformation with natural results.
Call the office today if you are interested in a smile enhancement. Our team can schedule a consultation and review what treatments can help restore and improve the appearance of your smile. This is also an excellent time to discuss any questions or concerns.
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