When watching award shows, music videos, or your favorite movie or TV show, it can be easy to get lost in the gorgeous grins of your favorite celebrities. Many stars are known for their beautiful beams. Though it may seem like they were born with them, even a-listers need a little extra help. That’s where cosmetic dentistry comes in. If you think your smile could use some work, read on to learn about a few popular cosmetic dental treatments that can give you the beautiful smile you’ve always wanted.
#1: Teeth Whitening
Though there are a variety of over-the-counter products available to whiten your smile, they tend to offer uneven, short-lived results. Professional teeth whitening is a safer and more effective way to achieve a brighter beam. In-office whitening can lift stains from your smile and improve how it looks by several shades in around an hour. If you’re more interested in doing it yourself, at-home treatments allow you to whiten your smile over a few weeks with custom-made trays.
#2: Porcelain Veneers
Made from durable dental-grade porcelain, veneers are thin shells that cover the front of a tooth. This treatment is popular among Hollywood elites and can last around 15 years with proper care. These thin shells cover up a range of imperfections, including chips, minor misalignment issues, stains, misshapen teeth, and gaps. A small amount of tooth enamel needs to be removed to allow them to adhere to your smile without making it look bulky or unnatural.
#3: Lumineers
Lumineers offer the same benefits as porcelain veneers, but they don’t require any permanent alterations to the teeth. This is because Lumineers are so thin that they can be attached to the teeth without sticking out from the rest of your smile. Since this treatment is permanent, it’s a great option for anyone who may want to convert back to their natural smile in the future.
#4: Metal-Free Dental Restorations
Dental restorations like fillings used to be made from metal. This made them stand out from your smile and alerted everyone of where the decay was. Some even contain mercury, which can have negative impacts on your health. With metal-free dental restorations like crowns, bridges, and fillings, you can maintain a natural looking smile. They are crafted from 100% dental porcelain and can improve the look of your smile while also protecting previously damaged teeth from harm.
#5: Cosmetic Dental Bonding
This treatment uses a composite resin to correct the same cosmetic issues as veneers and Lumineers. Your dentist will color-match the material to your tooth enamel so it blends in effortlessly. Though having your teeth bonded is much cheaper than getting veneers, your results will also only last around 10 years on average.
As you can see, there is a wide range of available treatments for those looking to improve their smiles with cosmetic dentistry. Schedule a consultation with your dentist to learn more and determine which procedure will give you the gorgeous, award show-ready grin of your dreams!
About the Practice
Rensch and Laster Family & Cosmetic Dentistry is led by two talented dentists who are passionate about helping their Raleigh patients maintain excellent oral health. They offer a range of preventive, restorative, and emergency treatments to protect and repair damaged smiles. Cosmetic dentistry is also a big focus, with treatments like veneers, Lumineers, bonding, whitening, and metal-free restorations being available to those looking to beautify their beams. Visit Rensch and Laster Family & Cosmetic Dentistry’s website or call (919) 787-0355 for more information or to make an appointment.