Whether it’s stains caused by your favorite coffee in the morning or seeing nothing but your gums when you smile, these aesthetic blemishes may have you desperate for help. Cosmetic dentistry offers you the chance to change your appearance, but before you begin the process, your dentist must check for cavities, gum disease, and other similar conditions. If you’re unsure why it’s necessary, keep reading to discover the benefits of putting your oral health first.
The Impact Your Oral Health Has on Cosmetic Treatment
If your smile has dental decay, cavities, gum disease, or infections, you can expect multiple problems if you move forward with cosmetic treatment. For example, you may develop pain or experience prolonged healing, which can keep you from embracing your new smile.
Many cosmetic services can only be successful if natural teeth are healthy. If your dentist tries to place veneers onto decayed or damaged teeth, it can cause these restorations to detach or become increasingly uncomfortable. Gum disease can also cause recession, making your veneers more noticeable because they will no longer sit flush with your gumline.
How a Healthy Smile Can Improve Cosmetic Results
When you choose to let your dentist perform a complete examination of your smile before starting cosmetic treatment, you are increasing your chances of achieving successful results. While certain cosmetic services can help boost your oral health (for example, gum recontouring can lower your risk of gum disease), restorative care will set you up for greater success.
Whether it’s cosmetic bonding, veneers, metal-free restorations, or teeth whitening, the results you achieve will stand out even more when your gums and overall smile are healthy. Also, your commitment to good oral hygiene will keep your new restorations, even gumline, or your whiter smile looking their best.
If you’re worried that you will be unable to receive cosmetic dentistry, trust that by prioritizing your oral health, you and your dentist can work together to put you closer to your dream smile. Regular checkups and cleanings, at-home brushing and flossing, and giving up unhealthy habits can positively impact your teeth and gums.
Set yourself up for success by taking care of your oral health first. When you do, you’ll be free to enjoy your new cosmetic results longer.
About the Practice
With three dentists on staff, Holger Dental Group prioritizes patients’ oral health. However, we don’t dismiss aesthetic desires; instead, we offer cosmetic dentistry to enhance cavity- and disease-free smiles. Our team is here to ensure each patient seeking an eye-catching appearance starts with a healthy foundation. As a result, countless individuals leave our office satisfied with what they see and get to enjoy year after year. If you want to take the next step and transform your smile, visit our website to schedule an appointment.
