Cosmetic
therapies are certainly in great demand – not only can they boost confidence by
providing a dazzling new smile, some can provide near-instant results.
But, when it
comes to improving the appearance of your smile, what factors come into play
when deciding between two popular options? When choosing between porcelain
veneers and teeth whitening, it is important for your dentist to understand the
patient’s ultimate desired look. During your consultation with the dentist, it
is important to share any concerns and ask questions to obtain the best
results. The dentist will educate you as to what procedures or treatments can
be done and give you a clear picture of what you can expect from each and allow
you to make the best-informed decisions for your dental plan.
Teeth Whitening
Teeth
whitening treatment is by far the most popular cosmetic therapy in the United
States today. Commonly referred to as “bleaching” or “whitening”, it is the
process of removing stains from the surface (enamel) of teeth. When done under
the supervision of a dentist, the process safely lightens teeth several shades.
Your dentist will provide tips to care for teeth and suggest types of food or
drink to avoid to help maintain your brighter smile.
Porcelain Veneers
Another
option for altering the appearance of your smile is the use of porcelain
veneers. Depending on the patient’s cosmetic need veneers will disguise all
traces of stains or discoloration and will hide minor misalignment concerns, chips,
breaks or unwanted gaps.
Unlike
bleaching methods, veneers will only affect the patient’s ‘smile zone”, the
teeth visible when smiling. Once again, a consultation with the dentist will
help determine what kind of cosmetic treatment will work best to improve the patient’s
smile.
For more information
on teeth whitening, veneers or any other cosmetic dental procedure, please
contact South Bay Dentistry & Orthodontics. We look forward to improving your
smile!
