Every new year, millions of people make a resolution to get in shape, eat better or otherwise improve their lives in some way. But one recent study found that only around 8% stick to it! In 2020, why not do something that’s guaranteed to be a success, like enhancing your smile? Regardless of what kind of changes you’d like to make, a cosmetic dentist in Oklahoma City can help. Keep reading below to learn about 4 popular procedures that can completely transform your smile, oftentimes in just 1 or 2 visits!
1. Whitening
Whether your teeth have become dark or yellow over time or you have coffee, tea, or red wine stains, whitening is a fast, effective solution. However, you’ll get the best results from a professional treatment, which is more powerful than a store-bought option. It also contains ingredients that protect your enamel and prevent sensitivity.
After getting custom-made trays from a dentist, you’ll fill them with professional-strength whitening gel and wear them for 30-60 minutes a day for about two weeks. This will whiten your teeth by 4-7 shades and take years off your appearance.
2. Metal-Free Dental Restorations
One of the best things about modern dentistry is the metal-free materials used to repair cavities and other problems. In addition to blending in beautifully with your smile, these materials are also strong and durable. Also, a tooth-colored filling has additional benefits like conserving more of your natural tooth structure than a metal filling would.
3. Cosmetic Tooth Bonding
If you have fairly minor imperfections in your smile like chips, cracks, cavities, or stubborn stains, a dentist in Oklahoma City can often correct them with cosmetic bonding. Done in just one visit, this procedure involves bonding tooth-colored resin to the front teeth. Since this is the same material that’s used to fill cavities in the back teeth, it’s also very strong.
4. Porcelain Veneers
If you’d like to make more dramatic changes to how your teeth look, porcelain veneers may be a great choice. These strong, thin shells of porcelain are placed on the front surfaces of your teeth to mask any imperfections underneath (e.g. severe stains, minor gaps and crowding, small or misshapen teeth, chips, cracks and more). With basic maintenance, they can last 10-15 years or more.
If you’re interested in a smile makeover in the new year, start by scheduling a consultation with an experienced cosmetic dentist. After looking at your needs and goals, they’ll recommend the best procedures to help you make 2020 your best year yet!
About the Author
Dr. Don Swearingen is a general and cosmetic dentist in Oklahoma City and a graduate of the Oklahoma University College of Dentistry. He loves helping people feel good about their smiles and offers a wide variety of procedures to fit everyone’s needs. If you’re interested in enhancing your smile in the new year or have any questions, he can be reached via his website.