Top 5 things to know when considering cosmetic dentistry

So you’re wanting to make improvements to your smile? When considering cosmetic dentistry, it is important to do your research.  Dr. Freeman has created a list of ‘Things to Do’ when considering all your options for Cosmetic Dentistry:

1. Ask other dental specialists in your community, such as orthodontists and surgeons, for their opinions on who the best cosmetic dentists are in your area.
2. Look carefully at websites to see if the photos used to market these services are stock photos or actual photos of patients treated by a dentist proclaiming to provide cosmetic dentistry… After all, if they are not willing to show off their work, you may not want to consider them for your smile makeover.
3. Interview dentists via a consultation and ask them to show you other patient’s results or testimonials.
4. Seek out all your options or a dentist willing to do very conservative work who will avoid crowns. Don’t be afraid to listen to options that might include some kind of Invisalign orthodontics as that may reduce the amount of damage a dentist could cause to your teeth. “Prep-less” veneers or bonded dentistry that can be put on the enamel of your own tooth structure rather than having tooth structure cut away will always be stronger and less problematic in the future.
5. Ask questions!

Every case is truly different but each case should be approached with the most conservative options in order to preserve your teeth for a lifetime and prevent unwanted problems.

Please feel free to contact Dr. Freeman’s team to schedule a complimentary consult to discuss dental implants.