Cosmetic dentistry is the branch of dentistry that focuses on improving the appearance of your smile. Common cosmetic dental treatments include teeth whitening, dental bonding, and veneers.
Teeth whitening is a cosmetic procedure that is used to make the surface of the teeth appear whiter. Teeth whitening cannot turn the teeth brilliant white; it can be a very effective way of lightening the existing colour, without causing any damage to the tooth’s surface. The most common method of whitening teeth is professional bleaching. This involves several visits to the dentist over a couple of months.
Dental bonding is a cosmetic dental procedure that repairs a chipped, cracked, or otherwise broken tooth. It also helps with discoloured teeth, and gaps between the teeth.
Dental veneers are thin, tooth-coloured shells that are attached to the front surface of teeth to improve their appearance. They can be used to treat cosmetic concerns like chipped, broken, discoloured, or smaller-than-average teeth.