Who can benefit from cosmetic dentistry?

Cosmetic dentistry is any dental procedure that changes the appearance of your teeth. If you are interested in teeth whitening, have missing teeth and would like to get dental implants, or maybe you would like to straighten your teeth, or fix any gaps or space between them; in all of these cases, cosmetic dentistry will help you improve the appearance of your smile.

Three major benefits of cosmetic dentistry.

Cosmetic dentistry can improve your nutrition. Let’s say you have missing teeth or molars. This means that you may be having difficulty grinding and chewing your food, which can be very frustrating. In some cases, people even have to restrict themselves from eating some foods that are essential to their body and a great source of protein due to having missing teeth.

Cosmetic dentistry will help you have better oral health. If your teeth are straight, brushing and flossing your teeth can be simple. Misaligned teeth are complicated to clean and remove bacteria; plaque can accumulate quickly in crowded teeth. This situation can cause more significant health issues and develop gum diseases; this is why orthodontic treatment with braces or clear aligners, also known as ClearCorrect®, are often recommended by the general dentist.

Cosmetic dentistry will enhance your appearance. It’s not a secret that after cosmetic procedures, people first notice how their new smile improves their overall appearance. Cosmetic dentistry not only enhances your life quality but also provides you with a boost of confidence which also brings a lot of benefits.

Important things to know before having cosmetic procedures done.

Before cosmetic treatment. Treating any existing oral condition before starting cosmetic treatment is highly recommended. If you have cavities to be filled or were advised to have a deep cleaning, etc., you must take care of that before starting cosmetic treatment. Your teeth must be strong and healthy, especially before orthodontic treatment; this can ensure a better experience avoiding any dental complications or more damage.

Recovery time. Cosmetic procedures can have different recovery times depending on the type of treatment and the amount of work that needs to be done. For example, people who have teeth whitening done may feel some sensitivity for the first few hours, and those who have dental implants may start to feel healing after the first week. The dentist can tell you what kind of recovery time you can expect depending on the type of procedure.

The disadvantage of cosmetic dentistry.

Insurance companies do not consider cosmetic procedures medically necessary, so these types of treatments are usually not covered by insurance.

Options to afford cosmetic dentistry.

At Sage Dental, we offer our SageCare+ Discount Plan for patients with no dental insurance. You can save up to 65% off our standard fees on all general, specialty, and even cosmetic dental care in all our Florida and Georgia offices, except as noted below. For your convenience, we also offer 3rd party financing options under CareCreditTM with immediate financing.

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