A happy smile is a healthy smile. Often patients feel critical of their own smile. They may wish their teeth were brighter, dislike a chipped or cracked tooth, or may feel self-conscious about a gap between their teeth. It may be an appearance issue that brings them to the door of Rose Hill Dental but Dr. Mark Troilo and Dr. Jessica Niederee believe that many cosmetic dental procedures have general dental health benefits as well.
Teeth whitening: Many people schedule the appointment because they want to see a brighter, whiter smile. However, the procedure is most effective when it follows a professional cleaning session. This cleaning session allows Drs. Troilo, Niederee and their team to remove any food particles that are stuck on, or between, the teeth. This cleaning appointment can help to prevent tooth decay or gum disease.
Broken, chipped, or cracked teeth: A tooth that is damaged can be unattractive and can cause patients to feel self-conscious about their smile. They may hide their smile behind their lips, a hand, or simply by not smiling as often. A patient may be relieved that getting it fixed will improve their appearance. However, it's important to fix the tooth quickly in order to protect it from further damage. Cosmetic bonding, veneers, and crowns can all be used to provide stability and function to the tooth while giving patients back their happy and healthy smile.
Replacing missing teeth: Like a damaged tooth, a missing tooth can cause patients to feel awkward and uncertain about their appearance and it may be important to them to have it fixed for cosmetic reasons. While implants, dental crowns, and dentures can all give patients a reason to smile with confidence again, there are also oral health benefits as well. When a tooth is missing, the other teeth in the mouth will begin to shift out of place which can lead to misalignment and the creation of pockets between the teeth where decay can grow.
For more information about the cosmetic and general benefits of dentistry, call the Rose Hill Dental office today at .