Would you like to enhance the look of your teeth? Many people would. However, some hold back because they have heard things about cosmetic dentistry that put them off. The good news is that many popular negative ideas about cosmetic treatments are untrue. Read on below to learn the truth behind some common myths.
Myth #1: Cosmetic Dentistry Is Always Expensive
Cosmetic treatments are available at a range of price points. If you want to do something simple, like whiten your teeth or get dental bonding to correct a chip out of a front tooth, you may have to pay no more than a few hundred dollars. Of course, there are some procedures that cost quite a bit more. A total smile makeover may run tens of thousands of dollars. Fortunately, most patients are eligible for low-interest financing.
Myth #2: Cosmetic Dentistry Is Bad for Your Teeth
Cosmetic dentists are, first and foremost, dentists. Their top priority is to make sure patients enjoy sound oral health, and they would never recommend any treatments that would be detrimental to your long-term oral wellness. Some cosmetic procedures, such as metal-free crowns and Invisalign, can actually improve the health of your teeth and prevent future problems.
Of course, it is worth mentioning that some people try to do at-home cosmetic work on their smile. Using abrasive products, trying to straighten teeth with household items, and other popular hacks are often bad for the teeth.
Myth #3: The Results Will Look Fake
We have all seen people whose teeth seem a few shades too white or a little too perfectly straight. If you like that type of look, your cosmetic dentist can help you achieve it. On the other hand, if you want to keep your smile looking as natural as possible, that is also completely doable. Cosmetic dentists are trained to consider a patient’s facial features, their age, the natural color of the teeth, and other factors when they are planning aesthetic treatments. No one will have to know that you got any work done on your teeth!
Myth #4: Cosmetic Dentistry Always Involves Major Changes
If there are just a few small details about your smile that you want to change, your cosmetic dentist is ready to help. For example, they can use bonding or a single veneer to cover a chipped tooth or close a small space between your front teeth. They can use Invisalign or Six Month Smiles to slightly reposition your teeth for improved aesthetics. Really, the changes to your smile can be as minor or major as you want.
Don’t believe the negative talk about cosmetic dentistry! Instead, talk to your dental team to gain a realistic and well-informed perspective on this aspect of oral care.
Meet the Practice
Under the leadership of Dr. Erin Page, Capital Smiles provides comprehensive oral care in a welcoming, modern office. If you would like to enhance the look of your teeth, we are ready to serve you. Contact us at 518-374-0317 to ask questions, or use our online form to request an appointment.