If you’re considering a dental cosmetic treatment, your dentist probably conducted a thorough evaluation of your oral health during your consultation. Why is that? Aren’t your dental cosmetics going to promote your dental wellness anyway?
That’s still true, especially if you’re getting a protective treatment like a metal-free restoration. Your dentist is simply taking steps to promote the long-lasting success of your cosmetics. Keep reading to learn how a healthy smile makes for better dental cosmetics!
Cavities Weaken Teeth
If your dentist notices cavities or other signs of tooth decay during your consultation, it’s best to put a pause on your dental cosmetic treatment. Cavities form when harmful oral bacteria are left to eat a hole through your enamel. This compromises the structural integrity of the affected tooth; if you were to put a porcelain veneer or dental bonding on top of the decay, your tooth could very well crumble away – along with your cosmetic!
Gum Disease Creates Discomfort – And Problems
Even pristine teeth will have a difficult time supporting dental cosmetics if their squishy pink supports are ill. As the name implies, gum disease is a bacterial affliction that affects your gums. Because they’ll be quite tender, a teeth whitening treatment will cause significant discomfort.
What’s more is that when left untreated, gum disease will keep attacking the substance that holds your teeth in place, eventually leading to tooth loss. You can’t have dental cosmetics without teeth!
What Can You and Your Dentist Do?
You’re not necessarily out of luck if a condition like cavities or gum disease is afflicting your mouth. To prepare your smile for aesthetic enhancement, your dentist can:
- Provide tooth-colored fillings to restore your dental structure after tooth decay
- Effectively treat gum disease with periodontal therapy and professional cleaning
Once your oral condition is taken care of and you receive your dream dental cosmetics, there are things you can do to promote healthy teeth and lasting treatment results! The name of the game is maintaining a good oral hygiene routine, which involves:
- Brushing twice daily
- Flossing once per day
- Visiting your dentist for a checkup and cleaning every six months
These practices will go a long way towards preserving your oral health – but that said, everyone’s smile is unique. Be sure to ask your dentist for personalized tips so you can take the absolute best care of your newly enhanced pearly whites!
About the Dentist
Dr. Keyvan Kar is a highly qualified prosthodontist, meaning he has specialty training in restoring his patients’ pearly whites with treatments like tooth-colored fillings and porcelain veneers. If you’re considering cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Kar will take the time to get to know you and your unique smile. You can be rest assured that he’ll develop an effective treatment plan for your oral health and dental cosmetics! To contact his office, call 214-260-9911.