Cosmetic dentistry continues to be a popular dental service. According to a 2022 survey by PR Newswire, 76% of respondents admit that a smile is the number one physical trait that makes the biggest first impression on others. It's no wonder why people seek out dental work that benefits the health of their teeth and the quality of their smiles. Let's look at a few of the most popular types of cosmetic dentistry services.

1. Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is by far one of the most popular types of cosmetic dental services. It's also one of the less invasive and affordable services. Although you can definitely buy teeth whitening products at the store, a dental professional specializing in cosmetic dentistry will be able to give you professional-grade whitening that goes above and beyond over-the-counter products. This type of service can help to remove years of deep staining.

2. Porcelain Veneers

Sometimes, tooth staining is so severe that whitening will not help. In this case, a veneer may be a good option. A porcelain veneer involves the application of a fabricated porcelain shell over a tooth. This can help to fix worn enamel, chips, cracks, misalignment, and discoloration. Veneers are customized to each patient, making it an enticing dental option. According to our experts, taking good care of veneers correctly can help them last for many years.

3. Dental Bonding

If you need an option that is more affordable than dental veneers, you might want to consider dental bonding. This option uses UV light to bond a tooth-colored resin to the tooth. This can provide instant results for dental problems such as discoloration, chips, cracks, or misalignment. It can even be used to address gaps between teeth.

4. Tooth Contouring

Tooth contouring is another type of cosmetic dentistry that can help you get the smile of your dreams. This procedure focuses on removing small amounts of enamel to change the shape of your teeth. Chipped, cracked, or crooked teeth can be corrected with tooth contouring, benefitting someone's oral health as well as their confidence.

Interested in how cosmetic dentistry can help improve the health and appearance of your teeth? If so, please contact Campos Family Dental today. Our team is happy to answer any questions you may have about the exceptional services we can provide you!