Do you go out of your way to hide your smile when laughing or taking photos? If so, you’re not alone. A recent survey found that 53% of Americans compare their smiles to those of others on social media, and that 56% hide their smiles in certain situations.
Covering your mouth may seem convenient at first, but it doesn’t address the underlying concerns you may have about your teeth. Everyone deserves to smile confidently, which is why many are turning to cosmetic dentistry.
At the Center for Implant & Esthetic Dentistry in Beverly Hills, California, Dr. Ramin Mahallati and our team offer several cosmetic dentistry options. Here, we highlight the top five cosmetic dental treatments and the issues each can address.
Teeth whitening uses a medical-grade solution to reduce tooth discoloration. It’s a quick and effective way to eliminate stains caused by drinking coffee, soda, and tea, or tobacco use.
We offer professional, in-office teeth whitening and take-home teeth whitening trays. While each method uses a slightly different approach, both can brighten your smile by several shades and help your teeth achieve a bright, natural-looking color.
Dental veneers are thin pieces of porcelain or ceramic bonded to the front of your natural teeth.
They improve tooth alignment and symmetry and help cover minor oral imperfections, such as chips, cracks, or gaps between the teeth. Veneers can also brighten your smile if stains or discoloration don’t respond to teeth whitening.
Dental bonding uses composite resin (a type of tooth colored plastic) to repair minor chips, cracks, or spaces between your teeth. Treatment is quick and affordable, so it’s a great option if you want to enhance your smile without extensive dental work.
We match the bonding material to your tooth color to ensure a natural appearance. With good oral hygiene, dental bonding can last 10-15 years.
You may be a candidate for dental implants if you’ve lost one or more permanent teeth. Implants are small titanium posts that we insert into your empty tooth sockets. After placement, they fuse with your jawbone.
Once the fusion process is complete, dental implants provide a foundation for crowns, bridges, or implant-retained dentures, restoring your smile and chewing function.
Dental bridges are a type of restoration that replaces a single permanent tooth. If a tooth is lost due to trauma or decay, a bridge can help bridge that gap.
A dental bridge typically consists of an artificial tooth supported by two dental crowns or a metal framework. We bond the crowns to the two teeth on either side of the gap or attach the framework to the back of the surrounding teeth to secure the bridge.
Bridges look natural and often last at least 10 years with proper care.
If you want a brighter or more symmetrical smile, cosmetic dentistry is worth considering. After an oral exam, dental X-rays, and a discussion of your goals, we provide personalized recommendations tailored to your smile.
Contact the Center for Implant & Esthetic Dentistry today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Mahallati at our office in Beverly Hills.
