{"id":428,"date":"2024-02-15T07:48:19","date_gmt":"2024-02-15T07:48:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.benchmarkfamilydental.com\/blog\/?p=428"},"modified":"2024-03-12T07:48:48","modified_gmt":"2024-03-12T07:48:48","slug":"are-you-a-good-candidate-for-cosmetic-dentistry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.benchmarkfamilydental.com\/blog\/are-you-a-good-candidate-for-cosmetic-dentistry\/","title":{"rendered":"Suiting Your Smile: Are You a Good Candidate for Cosmetic Dentistry?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.benchmarkfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/AdobeStock_200848935__2___1710227103_72502.jpg\" alt=\"A woman about to receive cosmetic dentistry \" class=\"wp-image-429\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5009380863039399;width:310px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.benchmarkfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/AdobeStock_200848935__2___1710227103_72502.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.benchmarkfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/AdobeStock_200848935__2___1710227103_72502-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.benchmarkfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/AdobeStock_200848935__2___1710227103_72502-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Well, Valentine\u2019s Day is right around the corner. Perhaps you\u2019re thinking of sprucing up your smile for your sweetheart. If so, you may wonder: Are you a good candidate for cosmetic dentistry? However much you want a pretty grin, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.benchmarkfamilydental.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">treatment<\/a> won\u2019t help when you aren\u2019t suited for it. Luckily, it isn\u2019t hard to address your question. Your Copperas Cove dentist is happy to share the answer to it. Here\u2019s how to tell if you\u2019re a good candidate for cosmetic dentistry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which Flaws Do You Want to Fix?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Firstly, you should take note of which smile flaws you\u2019d like to fix. Cosmetic dental work won\u2019t help if it doesn\u2019t hide your problem areas. So, noting your grin\u2019s faults lets you grasp the procedures you may want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a starting point, observe whether you suffer from issues like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Tooth Stains or Discoloration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gaps Between Teeth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crooked\/Misaligned Teeth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dental Fractures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chipped or Cracked Teeth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve discerned the relevant flaws, you can select treatment options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Narrow Down Your Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you meet with a cosmetic dentist, they can help you narrow your treatment options. They may suggest one (or more) of the following services:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Teeth Whitening<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Teeth whitening can quickly remove mild to moderate tooth stains. By using a special bleaching gel, it removes the discoloration from your enamel. The result is a grin that\u2019s six to eight shades brighter! To that extent, treatment makes your pearly whites live up to their nickname. However, this procedure is moderately priced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dental Bonding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Should you have minor smile flaws, consider dental bonding. This service applies a tooth-colored resin to your teeth. By doing so, it can hide stains, chips, cracks, and more. The resin will also blend seamlessly with the rest of your grin. Even so, bonding\u2019s effects are short-lived; you\u2019ll likely need touch-ups after a few years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Porcelain Veneers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Porcelain veneers are thin shells that dentists place on the fronts of teeth. Typically, dentists use them to hide a wide range of smile flaws. (These can span chips, cracks, stains, misalignments, etc.) These shells use high-quality porcelain, blending seamlessly with your surrounding teeth. They\u2019ll even last for 20 years or more with care. In exchange, they can get pricey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Invisalign Clear Braces<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Invisalign is a popular orthodontic option today. To be precise, it\u2019s a series of clear trays worn over a patient\u2019s teeth. These \u201caligners\u201d straighten one\u2019s smile by shifting each tooth into the right position. The result is often an aligned grin in only 12-18 months. All that said, Invisalign is a big financial commitment; ensure you\u2019re ready before choosing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By mulling your goals and options, you\u2019ll know if you\u2019re a good candidate for cosmetic dentistry. Keep that truth in mind as you consider treatment this Valentine\u2019s Day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.benchmarkfamilydental.com\/\"><em>Benchmark Family Dental<\/em><\/a><em> is based in Copperas Cove, TX. Led by <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.benchmarkfamilydental.com\/meet-dr-caraveo.html\"><em>Dr. Caraveo<\/em><\/a><em>, our practice always aims to give patients the best dental experience. That means we offer custom treatments that span preventive, cosmetic, and restorative services, as well as emergency dentistry. Our team is also a certified provider of dental sedation options. For more details or to book a visit, please reach us on <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.benchmarkfamilydental.com\/contact.html\"><em>our website<\/em><\/a><em> or by phone at <strong>(254)-547-4866<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Well, Valentine\u2019s Day is right around the corner. Perhaps you\u2019re thinking of sprucing up your smile for your sweetheart. If so, you may wonder: Are you a good candidate for cosmetic dentistry? However much you want a pretty grin, treatment won\u2019t help when you aren\u2019t suited for it. 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