Cosmetic dentistry has become increasingly popular, offering a range of treatments designed to enhance the appearance of your smile. From teeth whitening and veneers to dental implants and orthodontic procedures, these procedures can address multiple unwanted dental imperfections. However, not everyone may be an ideal candidate for some cosmetic dentistry treatments.
If you want to learn to be the best cosmetic dentistry patient you can be, continue reading.
1. Great Dental Health
Believe it or not, but before undergoing any cosmetic dental procedure, your dentist wants your oral health in good condition. Cosmetic treatments are mostly focused on improving the look of your smile, so they can’t often fix underlying issues. Because of this, if you have untreated cavities, gum disease, or other oral health problems, your dentist will need to treat those first.
2. Knowledge of Procedures
While not required, a patient who does their homework to see what’s available will always be more successful. This is especially true when it comes to having a productive consultation. Before your appointment, try to see what services your dentist offers like porcelain veneers, cosmetic dental bonding, or gum recontouring.
3. Positive Expectations
Consider what you want to achieve with cosmetic dentistry. Are you looking to brighten your smile with teeth whitening? Do you want to correct misaligned teeth or gaps with Invisalign? Are you interested in replacing missing teeth with dental implants? Patients with clear goals and reasonable expectations will always get more out of their treatment.
4. A Commitment to Oral Hygiene
Your cosmetic procedures are only the first step to enhancing your smile. Your results will be excellent, but they will also be short-lived if you can’t commit to taking care of them. Dentists love patients who can commit to improving their oral health to increase treatment longevity.
While cosmetic dentistry is a service your dentist performs, it’s important to also make sure you’re doing your part! With this knowledge, work on improving aspects of your oral health or treatment knowledge. This will ensure that you are well prepared for your smile makeover and put you and your dentist on the same page in achieving your vision.
About the Author
Dr. Admasu Gizachew, also known as “Dr. G,” is passionate about helping people achieve their smile goals. After earning his dental doctorate from New York University he has studied multiple fields of dentistry, including cosmetic treatments, in-depth. Thanks to this advanced training, he can offer top-quality procedures for every patient. Call (718) 568-0405 to schedule a cosmetic dentistry consultation at Nu Dental Staten Island or visit the website to see other dental treatments they provide.