It’s a simple fact that you’ll look older as you age, especially when you reach middle adulthood and beyond. No one – not even stars and celebrities – keeps their face vibrant and “fresh” forever. All that said, cosmetic dentistry can make you look younger than your true age. The right smile treatment(s) would shave years off your face, temporarily restoring some of its former luster. As for how, here are four ways cosmetic dental work “turns back the clock” on your looks.
By Removing Stains
Stained teeth greatly age your face, causing your grin to take on a grizzled appearance. Thankfully, cosmetic dentists can remove (or address) their discoloration.
Several cosmetic dental procedures treat tooth stains. The most notable is probably teeth whitening, which brightens your smile’s enamel with a bleaching gel. Another example is dental bonding – a treatment that can apply tooth-colored resin to stained areas. For severe discoloration, a dentist could even place porcelain veneers that hide stains from view.
By Hiding Chips or Cracks
Aside from looking ugly, chipped or cracked teeth often appear worn out. Fortunately, cosmetic dentistry can hide chips and cracks quite well.
At least two cosmetic services can hide a tooth’s chips or cracks. The first is dental bonding, which covers up the damaged spots with color-matched resin. Second is veneer treatment that places porcelain shells over chipped and cracked teeth. Either option keeps chips and cracks out of sight, ensuring your smile seems years younger.
By Recontouring Teeth
Teeth with uneven surfaces tend to look lackluster. Still, cosmetic dentists can handily address this issue and make your grin more vibrant.
The ideal way to fix misshapen teeth is called tooth recontouring. For this procedure, a dentist uses a small disc to carefully remove bits of enamel. Such “reshaping” will help a tooth blend more seamlessly with adjacent teeth, as well as reduce its weathered look. The result is a more balanced and uniform smile that seems relatively young.
By “Aligning” Your Smile
Did you know that people link dental crowding with old age? Well, don’t worry if you weren’t aware; cosmetic dentistry can fix that problem for you.
Several cosmetic services can give you an aligned-looking smile. For example, clear aligner treatments like Invisalign will literally “straighten out” your crooked teeth and bite. A good set of veneers could also cover up misaligned areas, providing you with a sort of “instant orthodontics.”
Cosmetic dentistry can make you look younger, so don’t live with a face that’s overly aged. Consult your dentist about potential aesthetic options today!
About the Practice
Celebration Family Dental of Carrolton is based in Carrolton, TX. Led by Dr. Shekhadiya, our practice is ready to help whole families sport thriving smiles. We thus offer comprehensive dental care, with preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatments for all ages. From kids and seniors to anyone in between, our team has what it takes to make your smile shine again! For more details or to book a visit, please contact us on our website or by phone at (469)-694-3766.