Caring for an Elderly Parent With Special Dental Needs
3 Cosmetic Dental Procedures To Brighten Your Look
Joe Lawrence
No one is born with perfect teeth — even celebrities have their share of dental woes. If you're not happy with your smile, don't worry. There are a few cosmetic dental procedures available to help you achieve the look you want.
Here are three of the most common procedures you can explore.
Composite Bonding
Composite bonding is a procedure where tooth-colored composite resin is used to repair cracked, chipped, or discolored teeth. The resin is applied to the tooth and then shaped and polished to match the rest of your teeth.
This procedure is relatively quick and easy, and can usually be done in one visit to the dentist. It's also a more affordable option than some of the other procedures on this list.
Composite bonding is a great option if you have minor cosmetic concerns and you're looking for a quick fix. However, it's not as durable as some of the other options, so the results may not last as long. You may want to consider other options to address your long-term cosmetic concerns.
Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental procedures today. The procedure uses bleaching agents to remove stains and discoloration from your teeth and can be done at your dentist's office or at home with a whitening kit.
The whitening procedure is a quick and easy way to brighten your smile, and the results can last a while. However, remember that teeth whitening will not change the color of your teeth permanently. You'll need to touch up your treatment regularly to maintain the results.
If you're looking for a more permanent solution to stained or discolored teeth, you may want to consider veneers (discussed below).
Veneers
Veneers are thin, porcelain shells that are bonded to the front of your teeth. They can be used to correct several cosmetic concerns, including stained or discolored teeth, chipped or broken teeth, and misshapen or crooked teeth.
Veneers are a more permanent solution and the results can last for several years. However, they are also more expensive than other cosmetic dental procedures — typically costing hundreds of dollars per tooth.
While veneers are a great way to achieve a perfect smile, they're not right for everyone. If you only want to fix part of your tooth and you want a more affordable option, composite bonding may be a better choice.
If you're not happy with your smile, don't hesitate to talk to your dentist about the cosmetic dentistry options that are available to you. With so many choices, you're sure to find a procedure that's right for you!
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Caring for an elderly parent tends to be tough enough without the added stress of dealing with dental implants or dentures. But, the prospect is not the end of the world—there are many things you can do to ensure that your parent's dental health is not compromised without having to spend a lot of personal time doing the care yourself. Between working with the right dentist, hiring a service provider for part time work, and giving your parent the tools he or she needs to care for his or her own dental health at home, you'll find that dental health for your loved one isn't so tough or time consuming after all. Hopefully you are able to get the support and information you need right here.