Common Problems Cosmetic Dentistry Can Fix
Serving San Diego, La Jolla, and Coronado
Cosmetic dentistry is a versatile discipline, capable of addressing most common problems people have with the appearance of their teeth. Discolored teeth, missing teeth, cracked or misshapen teeth can all be corrected by a cosmetic dentist. In fact, most cosmetic problems have not one, but several cosmetic solutions. Whether you are looking for a quick treatment, an inexpensive treatment, the most aesthetic results, or the longest-lasting results, cosmetic dentist Rod Strober can help you pick the best option for you.
This page gives some basic information on the treatment options for a number of common cosmetic complaints, but the best way to learn the benefits of each and whether they are good for you is through a consultation with Dr. Strober. Please call or email us today to schedule your consultation at our San Diego area office.
Common Cosmetic Smile Problems
We all know an attractive smile when we see one, and we all know what makes a smile unattractive. Most often, people come to our office looking to correct:
- Discolored or stained teeth
- Unattractive old fillings
- Crooked teeth
- Gapped teeth
- Crowded teeth
- Missing teeth
- Gummy smile
- Broken, chipped, or cracked teeth
All of these can be addressed using cosmetic dentistry, and most have multiple solutions.
Discolored teeth: Is one of the most common cosmetic problems people report. Discolored teeth can be corrected with teeth whitening, but if you have other cosmetic issues you want to correct, such as chipped or gapped teeth, porcelain veneers are an effective and long-lasting solution that corrects discoloration while addressing other problems.
Unattractive old fillings: Old metal fillings can make you self-conscious about talking, eating, or laughing in public. They can be replaced with tooth-colored fillings, either composite fillings or porcelain inlays or onlays.
Crooked or crowded teeth: Depending on how crooked or how crowded, these can be corrected using Invisalign, sometimes called invisible braces, or porcelain veneers.
Gapped teeth can be corrected using either Invisalign, porcelain veneers, or, sometimes, dental bonding.
Missing teeth can be corrected using a number of possible treatments. Dental bridges may be a good solution for some people, but most people get the best results from dental implants.
Gummy smile: this condition can be due to a number of causes, and the best solution depends on the cause. If you have gums that are swollen because of periodontal disease, then gum disease treatment is the obvious answer. If your gums are just overdeveloped, then gum recontouring can give your smile a more ideal balance. If, however, your smile looks gummy because you have short teeth, porcelain veneers can be used to lengthen your teeth and give you a great smile.
Cosmetic dentist Rod Strober offers all these dental solutions. To learn which one or ones are right for you, please contact him today to schedule a consultation.
