DENTAL CARE
PART 4
Discussing Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures
with Your Dentist
During regular dental checkups, your dentist can take note of any missing, crooked, stained, or crowded teeth inside your mouth.
He can then suggest ways you can fix them, if you wish.
You can also improve your smile’s appearance by availing yourself of a tooth bleaching or whitening procedure that can lighten your smile by several shades of whiteness.
The cheapest way to fix them is to manually push the tooth until your bite is corrected.
Because this isn’t the most effective or exact way to correct tooth placement, you can check if you’re a candidate for an orthodontic procedure.
Essentially, your dentist can talk to you about the treatments available in his clinic or center, such as teeth aligners, braces, veneers, and teeth whitening to help (literally) brighten your smile.
These are mostly aesthetic or cosmetic ways to improve the appearance of your smile, although orthodontics or moving crowded teeth in place can be considered a more functional fix compared to dental bleaching.
A dentist can also help personalize your treatment plan based on your needs, goals, and the current placement or state of health of your teeth.