During recent decades, millions of people have turned to cosmetic dentistry to help them discover new confidence in their smiles. Are you thinking about enhancing your teeth? You may like the idea of doing so, but perhaps you hold back because you have heard some unappealing rumors about cosmetic dentistry. Do not believe the myths! This blog post explains the reality behind some common misconceptions about aesthetic services:
Myth #1: Cosmetic Dentistry Is Too Expensive
Cosmetic dentistry is not prohibitively expensive for most people. In fact, some treatments, such as teeth whitening and dental bonding, start out at just a few hundred dollars. More complex services, such as veneers, can cost quite a bit more. When you attend your cosmetic consultation, tell your dental team about your budget. They will do their best to design a treatment plan that does not cause financial stress.
Myth #2: Cosmetic Dentistry Ruins Your Teeth
The reality is that when cosmetic treatments are performed by well-trained professionals, there are very few risks involved. A responsible dentist would never intentionally endanger your oral health simply for the sake of helping you to look a certain way.
Of course, it must be acknowledged that some treatments, such as veneers and metal-free crowns, require that the tooth enamel be modified. However, as long as the teeth remain under their restorations, they can continue to function as well as ever (in fact, metal-free crowns can actually improve the health and function of damaged teeth).
Myth #3: Cosmetic Dentistry Looks Fake
Whether on social media or in real life, you might have seen people with nice smiles that have a certain “fakeness” about them. Perhaps their teeth look unnaturally white or are a shape that you have never seen before.
You do not need to be overly concerned that might happen to you. Simply talk to your dental team about what you want to accomplish. If you want your results to be subtle and natural, that is certainly doable!
Myth #4: DIY Cosmetic Dentistry Is Better
The internet is chock full of “hacks” that encourage you to save money by performing DIY cosmetic treatments at home. For example, you might come across some creative ideas for at-home teeth whitening. Some people even advocate the use of braces made with household objects!
While the potential to save money can be appealing, you should not let yourself get trapped by such methods. They could end up causing serious damage to your teeth. The problems they cause can cost a lot of money to correct.
Myth #5: You Do Not Need Cosmetic Dentistry if Your Teeth Are Healthy
Some people believe that cosmetic dentistry is exclusively for individuals who have poor oral health that is affecting their appearance. In truth, even healthy teeth may not look ideal. For example, they can be stained or have an unusual shape. Cosmetic dentistry can transform those teeth. In fact, some aesthetic services, such as whitening and veneers, are only for people with good oral health.
Meet the Practice
Dr. Keyvan Kar is an experienced cosmetic dentist and prosthodontist who is proud to serve the Allen, TX, community. He offers veneers, whitening, and a range of other services that have the potential to transform smiles. If you have questions about cosmetic dentistry and what to expect from it, our team would be pleased to speak with you. Contact Advanced Dental Care of Allen at 214-260-9911.