In a recent blog, we talked about ways we can help give your smile a boost before the holiday season. Methods such as professional teeth whitening can help lift stains, or porcelain veneers can help give your smile a makeover. But what about patients who want a minimally invasive way to conceal blemishes? The team at Sunny Smiles also offers bonding and contouring which can help you achieve your smile goals. In today’s blog, we’re here to talk about this cosmetic service.
A Confident Smile Means A Confident You
Your pearly whites are one of the most prominent features that others notice about you. When you feel confident in your appearance, others are likely to find you to be a confident and kind person. Studies show that increased self-esteem in your smile can lead to positive social interactions, reduced anxiety, increased mood, and more. If you feel self-conscious in your appearance, you may avoid taking pictures or talking to strangers. Others may find discolored teeth to be a sign of poor oral hygiene, which can be a negative attribute when meeting for the first time or at job interviews. While a good oral hygiene routine and proper dental care can keep your smile healthy, cosmetic services may be able to give your appearance the extra boosts it needs.
Bonding Addresses Stubborn Blemishes
Common treatments such as professional teeth whitening can be helpful for patients who have surface-level stains on their enamel. This treatment helps address discoloration by breaking down stains on your teeth. If you have blemishes and imperfections below the enamel, they cannot be removed with a bleaching treatment. Instead, the blemishes can be concealed by adding composite resin to the areas. This process is non-invasive and can be completed in a single appointment for many patients. After having a consultation with your dentist, the composite resin will be carefully added to the area, polished, and bonded in place. Many patients enjoy this treatment because it is quick, long-lasting, and looks natural.
Contour Misshapen Dental Structures
In addition to concealing stubborn blemishes, your dentist can also help reshape uneven or jagged dental structures with cosmetic contouring. This process is mildly invasive, but it should not cause you any discomfort. Your dentist will gently remove a small amount of your enamel to help reshape the tooth. This may help patients who have pointy, jagged, or overlapping teeth. Like bonding, this process can be done in a single appointment in many cases and requires fairly minimal maintenance. After having bonding and contouring done, you will need to continue brushing and flossing as usual. The composite resin from bonding can last several years before it needs to be replaced.
Talk To Our Team To Learn More!
Are you interested in our cosmetic treatments? Call Sunny Smiles Family Dentistry in El Paso, TX, today at 915.759.7000.