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Common Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments

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     Cosmetic dentistry deals with improving various aspects of the smile by treating oral problems. Dentists administer a number of treatments to enrich the facial aesthetics and self-confidence of patients. The following are some common cosmetic dentistry treatments available at the practice.  Bonding  Dental bonding allows dentists to repair chips or cracks in the enamel. They use tooth-colored resin to a damaged tooth surface and harden it using a special light. The applied bonding material will last for several years.  Crown  These are prosthetic caps made using porcelain or ceramic materials. Dentists prefer crowns when a significant portion of a tooth is lost or decayed. The crown is cemented directly using adhesives.  Whitening  A popular cosmetic dentistry procedure is teeth whitening. This process brightens yellowish dentin shade using peroxide-based gels. Bleaching helps to attain brightness of several shades that will last for mo...

Steps Involved In Dental Crowns Procedure

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       Dental crowns are needed when patients suffer a severely damaged or decayed tooth. This restoration option helps to restore the natural shape and structure of dentin to improve functioning abilities. Moreover, dental crows provide some level of cosmetic enhancements as well.  Steps involved  Sedations  The first step involves dentists numbing a tooth and surrounding tissues using a local anesthetic. Such a sedative intervention is imperative for patients who had root canals prior to this procedure.  Impressions  Next, practitioners will take accurate mold impressions of both maxillary and mandibular arches. They transfer these models to dental laboratories for proper fabrications. Lab technicians will use ceramic or porcelain fused to metal materials.  Preparation  Since crowns emulate the entire portion of dentin, it needs preliminary preparation to fit correctly. Dentists will remove precise amounts of enamel layer and remo...