By Arthur Kezian
Ever since someone created a set of dentures out of ivory back in 700 BC, people have been looking for new ways to give their teeth a boost.
The tools and techniques may have gotten more advanced over the years, but the desire is still the same — people want a bright, perfect smile. Luckily, these 3 recent advancements in cosmetic dentistry will have you grinning from ear to ear!
1. Dental veneers
In Los Angeles, people are always trying to look more glamorous. Luckily, veneers give your cosmetic dentist an easy way to turn your dreams into reality!
Veneers are made out of super-thin pieces of either porcelain or resin. Your cosmetic dentist will attach a piece directly to the front of your tooth and secure it in place with special cement. Each piece is about one millimeter thick, so your dentist will have to file down the front of your teeth a little bit to make room for it. In the end, though, the entire process is totally worth it! That’s because veneers can make your smile look perfect. They can cover up cracks, gaps, and even crooked teeth. They’ll even make your teeth look brighter and whiter!
2. Dental porcelain crowns
These are very similar to the crowns of old — only they’re made out of white porcelain instead of metal. Your dentist can use porcelain crowns to make your teeth look more uniform in size and shape. They can even be used to make damaged teeth stronger. Plus, they’ll make your teeth look brighter and whiter.
So what’s the difference between porcelain crowns and dental veneers?
Instead of going on the front of your tooth, a crown is like a little cap for your tooth. It will cover the entire visible part of your tooth — from the gum line down. Because they cover your entire tooth, porcelain crowns can also be used as part of a major cosmetic dentistry treatment — to cover up titanium dental implants. That way, you’ll look and feel like you have real teeth, instead of relying on uncomfortable dentures!
Whether you’re getting crowns or veneers, a good cosmetic dentist understands that stark-white teeth aren’t always appropriate. After all, what if you’re only getting a crown for one tooth? Or, what if you’re just using veneers to cover up the gap between your two front teeth? You can’t have teeth that don’t match!
Luckily, a good cosmetic dentist can mix up a custom porcelain shade, so that your dental work blends in with your existing teeth. The last thing a good dentist will allow is for you to look “fake”!
Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777