Many people make the assumption that cosmetic dentistry is purely aesthetic—meaning that it’s only designed to improve the appearance of teeth and not their health.  That assumption is incorrect.  While many people opt to have cosmetic dentistry to fix less-than-desirable tooth characteristics like yellowing, chips, and gaps, cosmetic dentistry also serves an important role in the health and vitality of teeth.  Cosmetic dentists are also formally-trained general dentists, capable of treating a multitude of dental conditions. 

Take crowns for example.  Crowns are considered the standard of care for most cracked teeth.  That makes a crown vital to the health and preservation of a tooth.  Simultaneously, that same crown also serves an aesthetic purpose—matching the look of a person’s natural teeth and improving a person’s smile. 

So while many people think cosmetic dentistry is just for appearance—it’s also for health too.  You can have both a healthy AND a beautiful smile with the help of a cosmetic dentist.