Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, yes. And so is self-esteem. The darkened tooth that drives one individual crazy may matter little to another. You may have a space between your front teeth that, rather than distract from your appearance, is rather engaging.
A good cosmetic dental practice considers your self-image, as you see it. Fine cosmetic dentistry is not so much about creating “perfection,” but minimizing the defects that interfere with your personal success–defects that may prevent a smile from coming naturally.
So dialogue between you and your dentist is key. You’ll carefully explain what you see that needs shoring up. And the dentist, after consultation, translates that need into a realistic result.
The translation can be breathtaking. New whitening techniques can brighten teeth visibly overnight. A bond here, a bond there, reshapes a chipped tooth in a single visit. Porcelain veneers are a newer option for contouring front teeth.
Our practice believes in consultation and evaluation before we begin. We get “inside your head” as far as we can to determine what treatment is best for you. We’re here to answer your questions — give us a call.
Mark A. Poitras, DDS practices Cosmetic and Sleep Dentistry at 19310 Avenue of the Oaks in Santa Clarita. For more information, please call 661-251-0700.