What Is Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry includes dental treatments designed primarily to improve the appearance of your teeth and smile. Depending on your concerns, treatment may focus on the colour, shape, size, spacing, alignment, or overall appearance of one or more teeth.
Cosmetic dentistry can help address concerns such as:
– Stained or discoloured teeth
– Chipped or worn teeth
– Gaps between teeth
– Uneven or misshapen teeth
– Crooked or mildly misaligned teeth
– Differences in tooth size or shape
– Multiple cosmetic concerns affecting your smile
Because every smile is different, the right treatment depends on your oral health, cosmetic goals, and the changes you’d like to make.
What Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments Are Available?
Cosmetic dentistry can range from simple treatments that brighten your teeth to more comprehensive changes involving several teeth. At Legacy Dental, we’ll evaluate your smile and recommend treatment based on what you’d like to improve.
Your options may include:
Teeth Whitening
Professional whitening can reduce the appearance of stains and discolouration to create a brighter-looking smile.
Dental Veneers
Custom veneers cover the front surface of teeth and can improve concerns such as chips, gaps, discolouration, uneven shapes, and minor cosmetic misalignment.
Dental Bonding
Tooth-coloured composite material can be applied and shaped to repair small chips, close minor gaps, or improve the shape and appearance of a tooth.
Invisalign & Clear Aligners
Clear aligner treatment can gradually straighten crowded, crooked, or spaced teeth without traditional metal braces.
Dental Crowns
A crown covers the entire visible portion of a tooth and may be used when a damaged or weakened tooth also requires improvement to its appearance.
Some patients may benefit from one treatment, while others may achieve their goals through a combination of cosmetic and restorative procedures.
Cosmetic Dentistry Frequently Asked Questions
What is cosmetic dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry refers to dental treatments that primarily improve the appearance of the teeth and smile. Treatments can address concerns involving tooth colour, shape, spacing, alignment, size, and overall smile aesthetics.
What can cosmetic dentistry fix?
Cosmetic dentistry can address stained, chipped, worn, uneven, misshapen, gapped, or mildly misaligned teeth. The most appropriate treatment depends on the specific concern, your oral health, and the result you’d like to achieve.
What is the difference between cosmetic and general dentistry?
There isn’t one treatment that’s best for everyone. Teeth whitening may be appropriate for discolouration, veneers or bonding may improve shape and minor imperfections, and clear aligners may be recommended for alignment concerns. A cosmetic consultation can help determine which option best suits your smile.
What is the best cosmetic dental treatment for my smile?
There isn’t one treatment that’s best for everyone. Teeth whitening may be appropriate for discolouration, veneers or bonding may improve shape and minor imperfections, and clear aligners may be recommended for alignment concerns. A cosmetic consultation can help determine which option best suits your smile.
How long does cosmetic dentistry last?
How long your results last depends on the treatment you receive, your oral hygiene, lifestyle habits, and ongoing dental care. Some cosmetic treatments require periodic maintenance, while others can provide results for many years with appropriate care.
How long does cosmetic dentistry last?
How long your results last depends on the treatment you receive, your oral hygiene, lifestyle habits, and ongoing dental care. Some cosmetic treatments require periodic maintenance, while others can provide results for many years with appropriate care.
Is cosmetic dentistry covered by dental insurance in Alberta?
Treatments performed solely for cosmetic reasons are typically not covered by dental insurance. However, a procedure that is necessary to restore the health or function of a tooth may qualify for coverage even if it also improves appearance. Coverage varies by plan, so it’s important to confirm your individual benefits with your insurance provider.
How much does cosmetic dentistry cost in Edmonton?
The cost of cosmetic dentistry depends on the treatment, the number of teeth involved, and the complexity of your individual treatment plan. Following a consultation, we’ll explain your options and provide a detailed estimate based on your needs and goals.
Can cosmetic dentistry give me a natural-looking smile?
Yes. Cosmetic dental treatment can be planned to complement the colour, shape, proportions, and alignment of your existing teeth. At Legacy Dental, we’ll work with you to create a treatment plan focused on achieving balanced, natural-looking results.
Why Choose Legacy Dental for Cosmetic Dentistry?
Creating a smile you feel confident about starts with understanding what you’d like to change. At Legacy Dental, we take a personalized approach to cosmetic dentistry, considering your oral health, facial features, existing teeth, and individual goals before recommending treatment.
Our South Edmonton dental team offers a range of cosmetic and restorative treatments under one roof, allowing us to develop a treatment plan that addresses your smile as a whole rather than focusing on a single tooth or procedure.
Whether you’re considering a subtle enhancement or several changes to your smile, we’ll explain your options and help you make an informed decision about your care.
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