Transform your smile with a cosmetic dentist

The way you feel about your looks is linked to your self-confidence. Having a beautiful smile can boost your self-esteem and help you make an excellent first impression. Cosmetic dentists Dr. Erick Hosaka and Dr. Valerie Cassis in Chevy Chase, Maryland, offer comprehensive dental procedures to enhance your smile, transform your appearance, and raise your self-confidence.

What is cosmetic dentistry?

Cosmetic dentistry refers to procedures or treatments that impact the aesthetics or appearance of your smile. Treatments usually involve modifications to improve your smile’s appearance, which includes adjusting the color, size, or shape of the teeth or gums. 

Cosmetic procedures may range in invasiveness depending upon an individual’s needs. While the primary focus of these procedures is to enhance appearance, the oral health or functionality of the smile may be improved as well.

Smile transformations with a cosmetic dentist

With the increased desire for straighter, brighter, and more even smiles, the demand for cosmetic dentistry has increased. These procedures are often simple ways to dramatically improve one’s physical appearance. Popular cosmetic dental procedures include:

• Teeth whitening: As the most common cosmetic dental treatment, professional whitening is a safe, effective option to brighten your smile. In-office whitening and at-home trays provide patients with convenient options to suit their schedules, budgets, and enhancement needs.
• Porcelain dental veneers: Veneers offer versatility and complete transformation. They are ultra-thin shells of porcelain that adhere to the front of natural teeth. Dental veneers can improve the size, shape, and color of a single tooth or an entire arch.
• Dental crowns: Crowns are used in restorative and cosmetic procedures. Made of porcelain or ceramic, crowns are caps that restore chipped or broken teeth or cover dental implants. They are matched to adjacent teeth in size, shape, and color and look natural. Dental crowns are also durable and long-lasting.
• Composite or tooth-colored fillings: Composite fillings are a safe and durable option for restoring decayed teeth. The composite bonds to and blends in with the surrounding tooth for a natural-looking result.
• Invisalign or clear aligners: With clear aligner trays, patients can discreetly straighten their teeth without traditional metal braces. The trays are removable so patients can still enjoy their favorite foods, and they do not have to work around wires and brackets when brushing or flossing. When worn as directed, treatment time may be shorter than traditional braces while achieving the same end result of a straight, even smile.

Enhance your smile with a cosmetic dentist in Chevy Chase, MD

Dental treatments may be both cosmetic and restorative. These procedures may be performed for one particular purpose, but they fulfill two goals, enhancing both aesthetics and functionality. For example, dental crowns improve the shape and strength of your teeth while also maintaining your natural bite. Veneers, bonding, and clear aligner trays improve teeth spacing, which improves oral hygiene as teeth are easier to clean. 

A cosmetic dentist can help protect the appearance, function, and health of your smile. Schedule an appointment with Health 360 Dental in Chevy Chase, MD, by calling (301) 686-5255 today and achieve a healthier, beautiful smile.