Cosmetic Dentistry

What is Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic Dentistry is the art and science of creating beautiful and natural looking smiles while understanding dental photography, facial esthetics, facial and lip symmetry, hair colour, personality, gum levels and length and width of smile. Cosmetic dentistry consists of any procedure that will enhance the smile overall. It can be as simple as whitening or changing an old filling on a front tooth. Or it can be more extensive with the placement of crowns, bridges, or veneers for teeth that are crooked, spaced, missing or discoloured/tarnished by dated dental work. It can also include treating a "gummy smile". Cosmetic dentistry can provide the natural looking smile you have always wanted.

What is a Cosmetic Dentist?
A cosmetic dentist is an individual who has practiced general dentistry but has chosen to specialize further in the area of cosmetic dentistry. This is accomplished by acquiring extensive knowledge and skill internationally to gain expertise specifically in the area of cosmetic and functional dentistry. Cosmetic dentistry is truly mastered by very few dentists throughout the world. For information, please call us or visit our website.

With these additional skills, a cosmetic dentist can provide a patient not only with dental work that functions well, but also that looks beautiful, natural and appropriate for the patient's facial symmetry and design. The goal of a cosmetic dentist is to replicate Mother Nature's design while enhancing the appearance of the patient.

How to Find A Skilled Cosmetic Dentist
Because cosmetic dentistry is not taught in dental schools, it required multiple years of extensive post-graduate training to become fully qualified in order to provide excellent care for the patient. Visit www.mynewsmile.com, www.aacd.com or www.cacd.net for additional information.

Do you know the Ten Must Do's of Cosmetic Dentistry?

  1. Advanced Cosmetic Training in multiple certified institutions
  2. Experience - minimum 5 years specifically with cosmetic dentistry
  3. Photography - extensive use for before / after treatment
  4. Occlusion - patient's bite relationship before / after treatment
  5. Gum contouring to achieve symmetry and balance for the smile
  6. Objective analysis prior to treatment with certified specialist as needed
  7. Certified lab technician in cosmetic dentistry
  8. Treatment Preview Appointment - Bisque Try-in prior to permanent placement
  9. Patient interaction and involvement in treatment plan
  10. Natural looking and long lasting results

For more information, visit:
www.mynewsmile.com
www.aacd.com
www.cacd.net