Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic Dentistry Q&A

What is cosmetic dentistry?

Cosmetic dentistry is a modern dental specialty devoted to improving the aesthetic appearance of your smile. It’s become increasingly popular in the past decade and has become an incredibly advanced field with a wide variety of state-of-the-art and technologically progressive procedures and techniques.

What can you accomplish with cosmetic dentistry?

With cosmetic dentistry services, Dr. Henne can:

Improve the size, shape, and alignment of your teeth
Fill in large gaps between teeth
Adjust your bite
Whiten and brighten your teeth
Rehabilitate teeth that are cracked, chipped, broken, or decayed
Replace any missing teeth

Cosmetic dentistry can totally redesign your teeth, bite, and gums to give you the smile you’ve always wanted.

Why should I get cosmetic dentistry?

Your smile isn’t just a tool for eating and speaking, it’s also a reflection of your personality. It’s also the first thing people notice about you and speaks volumes before you even have the chance to say a word.

An unattractive smile can make you feel self-conscious or embarrassed in social situations. It can also make you less likely to show your teeth, which has a negative effect on your mood.

By improving the appearance of your smile, you can improve your confidence and self-esteem. When you have a smile that you want to share with the world, it makes you and everybody in your presence that much happier.

What happens during my cosmetic dentistry appointment?

Cherry Family Dental offers free consultations for all of their cosmetic dentistry services. When you come in for your free consultation, you and Dr. Henne discuss your cosmetic goals and how you envision your ideal smile. She then creates a virtual model of your smile without having to use a dental putty to take impressions. Instead, she uses a 3D iTero® scanner, which can also show you a projection of your future dream smile.

Once she knows what you’re looking for, Dr. Henne develops a treatment plan based on your unique needs, preferences, and budget. Since no two smiles are the same, your cosmetic dentistry treatment plan might be as simple as a teeth whitening, or it might involve a combination of a few different types of procedures.