Anyone seeking out the benefits of cosmetic dentistry should know just how much crowns, veneers, and contouring can help change the overall look of a person. If you have been unhappy with the look of your smile, but have not been sure what to do about it, these cosmetic procedures can bring back the youthful, white appearance your teeth once had.  Each of these procedures can help your teeth in different ways, so it is important to make sure that you understand each before making your cosmetic dentistry appointment.

The Benefits of Crowns through Cosmetic Dentistry

Crowns are basically tooth caps. They sit on top of your tooth, but are made to look better than the tooth that the crown was designed to replace. They are strong, and typically last quite a long time. However, they do have to grind down your tooth in most circumstances in order to be able to put the crown on the tooth. This can be slightly painful, but most dentists will give you something to take the edge off.

Veneers from Cosmetic Dentistry

Another option to update your smile is to add veneers to your teeth. This means that you are basically putting a new front on your tooth. A little of the tooth is ground down to fit the veneer on top, and then the veneer is cemented in once the fit is perfect. This often takes two dental visits to complete, and sometimes a dentist will ask for a follow-up to ensure the fit is precise.

Tooth Contouring with Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry is about making your smile beautiful, and sometimes that can mean taking the teeth you have and improving upon them. They need a little help in the shape department at times, especially if they were cracked or broken at some point. Contouring or reshaping of the tooth can make it look straighter, remove the uneven texture or line left from a break, or make a crooked tooth appear straight. This procedure is an option if your teeth need just that little boost to look like they were professionally designed just for Hollywood.

If you are thinking that cosmetic dentistry would help your smile, then give Dr. Levy a call and schedule your appointment to find out just how much it could help you.