What is cosmetic dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry is a dental specialty area that focuses on improving the appearance of your teeth and smile. Dr. Chung offers a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures to provide you with a picture-perfect smile, improve your confidence, and make you feel better about your overall appearance.
What imperfections does cosmetic dentistry correct?
Dr. Chung addresses a wide range of dental imperfections with cosmetic treatments. Some of the most common requests he receives relate to:
- Yellowed, stained, or otherwise discolored teeth
- Unevenly sized or shaped teeth
- Crooked and unevenly shaped or sized teeth
- Chipped or broken teeth
What dental treatments are considered cosmetic?
Many dental treatments improve the appearance of your teeth as well as their function. If you want to achieve a perfect smile, you have a wide range of cosmetic dental procedures to choose from. Dr. Chung provides customized recommendations as part of an initial consultation.
Some of the most common cosmetic dental treatments today include:
Teeth whitening
Teeth whitening is the most commonly requested cosmetic dental treatment. A bright white smile is a sign of youth and health, but many of the foods or drinks you consume every day like coffee and wine can stain your teeth. In-office whitening can usually brighten your teeth by several shades in approximately an hour.
Veneers
Dr. Chung fits custom porcelain veneers to cover issues like deep discoloration, unevenly shaped teeth, and gaps. Veneers are a relatively quick and minimally invasive option that can give you a perfect smile.
Crowns
Crowns are caps for your teeth made of metal, porcelain, or a combination of both. In addition to providing strength and support for a damaged or weakened tooth, crowns can cover uneven or broken teeth for a natural and uniform appearance.
Cosmetic bonding
Cosmetic bonding is the application of dental resin to repair and reshape teeth that are chipped or unevenly sized. Dr. Chung delicately molds the resin to your teeth before using a special light to set and bond the repairs.
If you’re unhappy about the appearance of your teeth or smile, make an appointment with Dr. Chung to discuss your concerns and get advice on the best treatment to correct your smile. Call or make an appointment online today.
