Confidence in your smile influences your daily conversations, job interviews, special occasions, and everyday interactions. Teeth that are stained, uneven, with large gaps, chips, or too big or too small tend to create a lack of self-confidence. Thankfully, cosmetic dentistry provides practical ways to improve the character of a smile.
What Cosmetic Treatment Do You Need?
Preventive dentistry protects your oral health. Restorative dentistry repairs damage and restores function. Cosmetic dentistry provides the finishing touch by improving the color, shape, size, spacing, and balance of your smile.
The team at Lakeside Dental in Folsom believes that cosmetic dental care is life-changing for our patients. We recommend treatments that provide the improvement you desire on the budget and schedule that is comfortable for you. To help you decide if cosmetic dentistry fits your needs, here is an explanation of some of the cosmetic services that we offer.
Professional Teeth Whitening
As we age, our teeth age with us. Their pure white color becomes milky or yellow with time. In addition, some of the things we eat and drink also affect our tooth color. Everyday foods such as coffee, tea, red wine, and berries, to name a few, naturally leave stains behind. Professional teeth whitening lightens those stains more effectively than over-the-counter or store-bought products.
Our whitening treatment brightens your smile with professional-grade materials and a personalized whitening treatment plan. Many of our patients want a noticeable smile boost before social events such as a wedding, reunion, or vacation. Others just want a smile refresh with a whiter, brighter smile for everyday confidence. No matter the reason, Lakeside Dental’s professional whitening treatment offers a non-invasive, budget-friendly starting point.
Dental Bonding for Small Imperfections
Patients with small chips, odd edges, uneven spots, and minor gaps in their smile often choose dental bonding. During the tooth bonding procedure, our dentist in Folsom applies a tooth-colored composite material directly to the tooth, then shapes and polishes it to match the surrounding teeth. This results in a smooth, natural finish that quickly resolves small imperfections. Many bonding treatments are completed in a single visit, making this option popular for patients who want a quick improvement without a lot of time, extensive dental work, or expense.
Tooth Contouring for Subtle Improvements
While dental bonding adds material to a tooth, tooth contouring removes small amounts of enamel to smooth rough or sharp edges and improve the look of uneven teeth. Tooth contouring works especially well for teeth with slightly irregular shapes. Contouring takes very little time, yet the finished result creates a more balanced smile and reduces irritation to the tongue and soft tissues from sharp tooth edges.
Dental Veneers Improve Appearances
For a lasting and complete smile change, dental veneers may be the option for you. Dental veneers are thin, durable tooth shells that cover the front surfaces of your existing teeth. Veneers work well for teeth with deep discoloration, visible chips, uneven edges, small gaps, and incorrect symmetry. This procedure provides a more comprehensive option for patients who want multiple cosmetic concerns addressed at once.
Smile Makeovers and Invisalign Treatment
A full smile makeover combines cosmetic options into one personalized treatment plan. For example, a treatment plan might include Invisalign clear aligners to straighten teeth, followed by a set of veneers to cover up imperfections. Our Folsom dental team explains each treatment option, provides you with the expected timeline for each procedure, and helps you choose a procedural plan that aligns with your goals, time, and budget.
Cosmetic Care Built Around Your Smile
No two smiles look alike, and because of that, no two treatment plans are identical. At Lakeside Dental, our team listens to what bothers you most about your smile and recommends cosmetic treatment options that match your priorities. Some patients want a quick touch-up. Others want a more complete transformation. Both goals deserve thoughtful care and honest guidance. Schedule a cosmetic dentistry consultation with Lakeside Dental in Folsom and take the next step toward a smile that makes you proud!
