Is cosmetic dentistry worth the time and the cost?

Yes. If you can improve your smile, this will increase your confidence and your outlook on life. You will be happier and enjoy your life more. It is one more step in helping you to feel better about yourself.

What is cosmetic dentistry?

Cosmetic dentistry is a term used to describe any dental procedure where you are improving the smile of a patient. This may include whitening the teeth, changing fillings from silver to white, closing spaces between the front teeth or even straightening teeth. Anything which will improve one's smile would be included in this category

Who is a good candidate for cosmetic dentistry?

Anyone who on a scale of one to ten, one being I hate my smile and ten being I love my smile, would rate their smile below 10 could benefit from cosmetic dentistry. Even if it is one thing about the smile that they do not like, cosmetic dentistry can help. Many say, I love my smile except for this discolored spot on this one tooth or they say this tooth is a little crooked. Cosmetic dentistry can help. With the advent of clear aligner therapy for crooked teeth, one can have teeth straightened without wires and brackets from orthodontics. A small discoloration can be corrected with tooth colored fillings which are incredible at matching existing tooth color.

How important is your smile?

For most people, it is the first thing that people recognize when they meet you. Good or bad people judge you by your smile or lack of a smile. A well aligned smile results in a more favorable opinion from those you meet. It can help in a job interview or when trying to get a job. A beautiful smile results in more self confidence for the individual which will show in every interaction you have. It can also affect your overall health. If you have dental problems this may affect other areas of you body.