The popularity of cosmetic dentistry has been steadily increasing in Australia thanks to the advances in dental technology and the range of treatments available now. For the last 4 to 5 years, enquiries specific to cosmetic dental treatment have been increasing by approximately 40% each year. Celebrities and social media influences flash their beautiful smiles across the screen, and a recent study found that ‘#veneers’ attracted over 3.9 billion views on TikTok alone. This shows that social media has a huge role to play in building interest in cosmetic dentistry as more and more people want to smile like their favourite stars.
Starting cosmetic dental treatment
If you are thinking about having cosmetic dental treatment, visit your dentist for an examination of your teeth and gums to ensure that they are clean, healthy and free of decay or disease. If you have underlying dental conditions, then cosmetic dental treatment may not be safe straight away; instead, you will have to undergo dental treatment to address your issues and then think about improving the appearance of your teeth.
Factors affecting the appearance of your teeth
Many different factors can affect the appearance of your teeth, one of the most common being stains. Stains can be of two different types: extrinsic stains, which are the most common type, and intrinsic stains, which affect the internal structures of the teeth and are less common and more difficult to treat. Extrinsic stains occur as a result of poor dental hygiene, missed dental checkups, poor lifestyle choices, such as smoking and excessive drinking, and poor dietary choices, such as increased sugary snacks, fizzy drinks and pigmented food, for example, curries and tomato-based sauces. Extrinsic stains can be removed by teeth whitening, but intrinsic stains are different; they affect the dentin, which means they cannot be removed and have to be disguised. To disguise intrinsic stains and combat stubborn extrinsic stains, find out about veneers Gordon from your dentist.
Veneers
Veneers are porcelain shells that can be attached to the front surface of teeth to disguise any imperfections, including teeth stains. Veneers are ideally matched to the white of your eyes to create the right balance and prevent them from looking fake. Veneers can also be used for other aesthetic purposes, such as to improve the appearance and alignment of misshapen teeth. Depending on your preferences, veneers can be used to make teeth longer or wider or fill gaps between teeth to create a uniform smile.
The veneering process is minimally invasive, which is why veneers are a popular choice of cosmetic dental treatment amongst dentists and patients alike. You can achieve stunning aesthetic results with little or no preparation of your natural teeth. Your natural teeth remain intact, with only a thin layer of enamel removed to fit the veneer securely in place. Your natural teeth remain protected underneath the veneers, safe from further external stresses; this reduces the wear and tear of your natural teeth and strengthens chipped or cracked natural teeth.
The entire process takes two or three weeks, depending on how long it takes to manufacture your veneers and whether or not you have any dental health issues that need to be addressed beforehand. Applying the veneers takes approximately one to two hours, again depending on how many veneers you need. Once in place, the veneers can last up to 20 years, depending on how well you look after them. After a while, your veneers will feel like your natural dentition, and although you may have to avoid certain hard foods, you should be able to continue as normal. You must maintain excellent dental hygiene with veneers as you would with your natural teeth because your natural teeth are still likely to develop cavities or tooth decay if you do not look after them properly.
Speak to your dentist today and find out more about veneers and other types of cosmetic dental treatments available to improve the appearance of your smile. Your smile plays a great role in your self-confidence, and by addressing your dental aesthetic issues, you can bring positivity into your life. By smiling more happily and confidently, you will improve your mental health and well-being and bring positivity to those around you. Find out more about cosmetic dental treatment and start enjoying the benefits of a smile makeover.
Disclaimer
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
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