The types of issues that a person can be experiencing which prompts them to go to a professional dentist aren’t always cavities and root canals, as they are commonly portrayed on TV.
A lot of the issues that a person would like corrected at the dentist fall under the category of cosmetic dentistry. These are issues that mainly fix the look or appearance of a person’s teeth or mouth, but this can also correct some health issues as well.
When you ask someone what type of work is done by a cosmetic dentist, Spring Hill residents may be quick to think about teeth whitening or bleaching, but not much more. There are many different ways that a cosmetic dentist can help with specific dental issues that a patient may be dealing with, and today we will be going over some other types of services.
Correcting Cracked or Chipped Teeth
Our teeth are strong enough to handle eating many different types of foods, but unfortunately our teeth are not indestructible. Certain types of food can easily crack or chip teeth, but this is not the only reason why a patient may end up dealing with this issue when going to a cosmetic dentist. Spring Hill residents should also be made aware that people can end up breaking their teeth with enough force, such as a work accident or a sports related industry.
Some teeth with chips and cracks are only cosmetic issues, such as a crack or chip in a front tooth. It is also important to note that these issues are more serious when they are back teeth like molars that are used for chewing.
Many people do not like smiling or laughing when they have one or more broken teeth, because they are self-conscious of how they look, and how others look at them knowing that their smile is not the best.
Correcting Gaps and Missing Teeth
Apart from cracked or chipped teeth, another serious issue that makes people self-conscious enough to where they would like some sort of dental solution is gaps in between teeth. This oftentimes will include missing teeth that have been damaged or had fallen out.
There are many different ways to correct these types of gaps as a cosmetic dentist. Spring Hill residents should be made aware that one of the more common solutions for this is to get a dental implement or a dental bridge, depending on the specific circumstance for the patient.
Many people believe that the only way to correct these kinds of gaps is to go to an orthodontist to get special work done, such as getting braces, but this is not always true. This is why it is a good idea to talk to your dental professional about any work you would like to see done in the future.
*Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of Anchor Dental Care*