Smile Enhancement
Cosmetic Dentistry in North & South Carolina
Poorly shaped, damaged, missing, or discolored teeth can affect your confidence. Cosmetic dentistry includes techniques that improve the color, alignment, shape, and overall appearance of a smile.
Treatment can range from teeth whitening and bonding to veneers, crowns, and replacement of missing teeth. Some cosmetic procedures also provide restorative benefits.
Appearance And Function
What Is Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry focuses on improving the appearance of the teeth and mouth. While many procedures are elective, some also restore damaged tooth structure or function.
Treatment Planning
What Does A Cosmetic Dentist Do?
A cosmetic dentist is a restorative dentist with additional education and experience in treatments that create a brighter, more balanced smile while protecting oral health.
Types Of Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures
- Dental veneers: thin porcelain coverings fitted over the front of teeth to address discoloration, gaps, chips, or cracks.
- Crowns: restorations that cover and strengthen teeth that are broken, heavily filled, or significantly damaged.
- Tooth whitening: treatment that lightens the existing shade of teeth after plaque, tartar, and surface debris are addressed.
- Composite bonding: tooth-colored material shaped over an area of damage or discoloration to improve the tooth’s appearance.
- Inlays and onlays: laboratory-made restorations that strengthen damaged teeth while matching the surrounding tooth color.
Which Procedure Is Right For Me?
During a consultation, your dentist will ask about your expectations, examine your teeth, and explain which techniques may improve your smile.
Questions To Ask Your Dentist
Ask what changes you can expect, what the treatment process involves, how long it may take, and how to maintain the tooth or area after treatment.
Responsible Aesthetics
Plan A Smile That Fits You
Friendly Dental Group dentists can help you choose treatment that supports both appearance and oral health.