Mount Airy, Surry County, NC Dentist Blue Ridge Dental 933 Rockford Street, Suite 7 Mount Airy, NC 27030 Dentist in Mount Airy, NC (336) 789-5306

FAQs about Cosmetic Dentistry

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Are you interested in finally getting the smile you’ve always wanted but still have so many questions left unanswered about getting cosmetic dentistry? Our Mount Airy, NC, dentists, Drs. Lynette and G. Bennett Smith, understand how important it is to figure out the best cosmetic dentistry to improve the look and feel of your smile, which is why we are here to help answer your most popular questions about cosmetic dentistry.

Q. What is cosmetic dentistry?

A. Cosmetic dentistry is a technique that allows us to be able to alter the look, color and overall appearance of one or more teeth to aesthetically enhance your smile. A lot of stock goes into the look of your smile. By changing the shape, color, length or size of your teeth, we can finally give you a more attractive appearance.

Q. Is teeth whitening safe?

A. A lot of people worry that bleaching gels could damage healthy teeth enamel. Luckily, professional teeth whitening is completely safe. If you are worried about whitening your teeth yourself then it’s time you turned to our Mount Airy cosmetic dentists who can safely and effectively whiten your smile. While teeth whitening can cause some minor tooth sensitivity, this is something that is well monitored and controlled when you choose to get in-office whitening over whitening your teeth yourself.

Q. Who is a good candidate for cosmetic dentistry?

A. Most people looking to enhance the look of their smile can often benefit from cosmetic dentistry if:

  • They have healthy teeth and gums that are free of cavities and gum disease
  • They maintain good oral hygiene
  • They are dedicated to properly caring for their new restorations
  • They are realistic about their treatment goals and what they want from cosmetic dentistry

A dental consultation is all that’s needed to help you determine whether your smile could benefit from cosmetic dentistry.

Q. What are some simple, non-invasive ways to improve your smile?

A. Some patients want to make minor adjustments to their smile and aren’t looking to have to undergo multiple procedures, surgeries or needles and drilling in order to achieve that ideal smile.

If this sounds like you then it might be time to consider dental bonding or teeth whitening. Bonding is a great way to mask minor chips, cracks, discolorations and gaps between teeth while teeth whitening can quickly remove stubborn surface stains in often just one treatment.

Do you still have questions about cosmetic dentistry? Do you want to find out if you’re the ideal candidate for one of our dental treatments? If so, call Blue Ridge Dental in Mount Airy, NC, today!