Cosmetic Therapy is Not Just for Your Skin

For a healthy living, the mind and body need to work hand in hand. It has been observed that people with less physical ailment tend to be happier in their everyday tasks. Cosmetics on the other hand, work on a more emotional level. It boosts one’s self-confidence as they feel more accepted in the society because of their enhanced appearance. Everyone wants to leave a lasting impression on others. And the first thing someone sees is the person’s outward appearance rather than their inner physical health. 

There are products available in the market that can help alleviate the beauty of your skin. However, to enhance the beauty of one's smile and teeth, one may need experts in the field to achieve the desired results. Cosmetic procedures involve complex procedures and hence people have to visit Burr Ridge Orthodontics to get their desired results.

Teeth whitening is a procedure that is the most common form of cosmetic dentistry. It involves removal of plaque, tartar and other deposits over each tooth’s surface. This however, is not the only procedure followed for cosmetic enhancements of the teeth. In cases of mild to moderate tooth decay, Inlays are used directly on the tooth’s surface to cover up the affected area only. In cases of severe tooth damage onlays are used that cover up the entire surface of the tooth.

Composite bonding is another procedure followed by cosmetic dentists in which, a paste-like material that resembles the tooth’s enamel color, is applied on the tooth after drilling out the tooth decay. Once the material has been applied, it is shaped and then cured with high-intensity light so that it bonds to the surface of the tooth. 

Tooth decay is not the only case where cosmetic dentistry is applicable. Dental Veneers are caps that are designed to match the shape of the damaged teeth that go over your natural ones. This procedure has the potential to fix crooked teeth, cracked or damaged enamel and gaps between teeth. And in cases of complete loss of teeth, dental implants are used that become more permanent with time as the bones get attached to the supporting tissues. In severe cases even complete dental implants are used.

Although cosmetic dentistry is practiced extensively, the American Dental Association has still not recognized it as a branch of dentistry. While a general dentist looks after the overall oral health of a person, a cosmetic dentist focuses on the appearance of the mouth, teeth, gums and overall smile. If you are looking to get attractive teeth, it is best suggested to approach a cosmetic dentist, who is able to suggest the best possible procedure to follow for enhancing the visual appearance of your smile via Burr Ridge Braces.

John Alex is the author of this article. If you are looking for a Burr Ridge Invisalign, you can talk to us.