Are you happy with your smile appearance? If not, explore what cosmetic dentistry offers. Dr. Gregory Becker and his staff deliver many aesthetic services in their Glendale, AZ, office. They're a great complement to healthy teeth and gums.
Just what is cosmetic dentistry?
The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) says that this branch of oral health care has come into its own over the past three decades. Cosmetic dentists take healthy teeth and gums and improve how they look in terms of tooth color, spacing, size and more.
From the patient's viewpoint, the desired results are increased confidence and self-esteem, along with a WOW factor when they smile. The AACD says that Americans view a beautiful smile as a great advantage in both interpersonal and professional settings.
So, to improve what Nature gave them, many people in the US seek the help of dentists with additional training in aesthetic services. In fact, the AACD reports that porcelain veneers, professional teeth whitening, porcelain crowns and composite resin bonding currently are the most popular dental treatments.
Your smile makeover
If you're like most Americans, you want a brighter smile. In-office or take-home whitening supervised by Dr. Becker helps his Glendale area patients reach that goal. However, if you desire more extensive changes, you'll need a comprehensive cosmetic dentistry consultation. This full exam and treatment plan contains the following elements:
- An eyes-on assessment of your oral health
- Review of your medical history
- X-rays and other specialized digital imaging as needed
- Oral impressions of your unique dentition
- A review of your treatment goals
When you and your dentist discuss makeover possibilities, you both walk away with valuable input regarding realistic goals and treatment paths. As the patient, you should consider:
- Tooth color
- Defects such as chips, cracks and gaps
- Amount of gum tissue which shows when you smile
- How square or rounded your teeth are
- Teeth which are oddly shaped or under-sized/over-sized
- Cost of your treatments (veneers last about ten years, for instance)
- Special care considerations (flossing techniques, whitening touch-ups, as examples)
As a highly experienced dentist, Dr. Becker will help you envision an image that looks good on you, considering your age, gender, facial contours and more. Plus, he'll stay within your budget and time constraints. In effect, your cosmetic dentistry consultation is a meeting of the minds. Rest assured, you'll enjoy the results, no matter how complex or simple the makeover.
Explore it all
Cosmetic dentistry offers almost endless smile possibilities. To start your journey to a refreshed, vibrant smile, contact the Glendale, AZ, office of Dr. Gregory Becker. Book a one on one consultation, and bring all your ideas and questions. Phone us at (623) 979-9454.