A wish for better teeth and a stunning smile is almost enough to qualify for a smile makeover. You need healthy teeth and gums too. Cosmetic dentistry must be built on a strong foundation, and that means no infections, no decay, no disease. If your teeth are healthy, a perfect smile is just around the corner.
If You Have Problem Teeth
You are not disqualified from getting a perfect smile if you have deteriorating teeth, tooth pain, or gingivitis. You just need a little patience for corrections so your oral health can be back in good condition. In fact, some of the restorative dentistry treatments you qualify for double as an aesthetic correction too, so you’re on your way to a beautiful smile from the start.
- Tooth-colored fillings. Old fillings can start to break or crack over time and use, making teeth susceptible to further decay and even infections. If a tooth is not dramatically altered by a broken-down filling, it can be repaired with a new filling, giving you a tough, healthy tooth.
- Gum disease treatment. Early gum disease – gingivitis – causes red or swollen gums, bleeding, and discomfort. Deep cleaning can rid your gums of this problem and reestablish good gum health so the disease does not progress and your mouth is ready for cosmetic dentistry.
- Dental implants. Missing one or more teeth is a big deal, even if the absent tooth is not especially visible. Every tooth has a role to play in your smile and the strength of your jaw. Getting dental implants to replace missing teeth takes several months of treatment and healing but the result is a permanent restoration and a strong smile.
If Your Teeth Are in Great Shape
Maybe you and your NYC cosmetic dentist have been working on the health of your smile for several months or even years, perhaps investing in full-mouth restoration. Good things take time. If you are at the point where your teeth are as healthy as they can get, and necessary corrections have been made, you can get your perfect smile started.
- Prepless veneers. Prepless veneers are a minimally invasive treatment that does not require significant shaving down of a tooth to adhere the veneer. Each veneer is carefully designed in size, shape, and color so it creates a series of perfect teeth that complement mouth shape, skin tone, age, and more.
- Porcelain crowns. Some teeth are healthy but aren’t strong because of age or previous dental repairs. A porcelain crown can be fitted onto the teeth that need extra support so each tooth is completely covered with a robust repair that is tough and looks great too.
Get a NYC Perfect Smile
Reward yourself for your good oral health, or finally say yes to putting your oral health first and seek out a professional who can take you from a deteriorating smile to a perfect smile. If your teeth are strong, healthy, and free of decay and infection, you can hit the green light on a smile makeover right now. Schedule an appointment, meet with your NYC cosmetic dentist Dr. Michael J. Wei, and start planning your perfect smile. Contact us or submit a free video consult.
