The most common procedures used in cosmetic dentistry are fairly simple, whereas others are more complex and require specialized care.

Whitening

What is Tooth Whitening?

Tooth whitening is a procedure lightening teeth and helping to remove stains and discoloration. Whitening is among the most popular cosmetic dental procedures because it can greatly improve how your teeth look.
A tooth whitening session is when the dentist chemically alters the colour of your teeth and whitens them up to 4-5 shades brighter. This is done by applying a chemical to the teeth and then either shining a light on it to break off the staining agents, or by repeatedly exposing the teeth to the chemicals in question in order to get the stains off. This procedure is safe and will not harm your teeth or your health.

Benefits of Tooth Whitening

There are several benefits that come along with teeth whitening. The most prevalent of course is a better looking smile. Professional teeth whitening removes persistent stains and brightens your smile, leaving you with more self-confidence and less embarrassment about your dingy smile. You will no longer feel the need to smile with a closed mouth or shield your teeth when laughing or talking.

Veneers

What is Dental Veneers?
Dental Veneers or tooth veneers are thin ceramic wafers or laminates that are normally placed over front teeth to cover and change the shape, shade and size of teeth.

Benefits of Dental Veneers
Dental veneers are good treatment options used to change the shape, size and shade color of your teeth as well as close spaces or correct even rotated teeth.

Dental Veneers are commonly used in smile makoevers or sometimes known as instant braces whereby the laminates existing teeth irregularities, align mildly crooked teeth or close gaps.

Types of Dental Veneers
Dental Veneers may be made for different materials or types of procelain including:

1) Composite Veneers

Composite Veneers are made from composite resin materials similiar to you're tooth colored fillings.. Composite veneers are less expensive and quick.

2) Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain Veneers are made in the dental labs that provide long term restorations compared to composite veneers as porcelain veneers are stronger and does not change color over time. Porcleain veneers are also stain resistant.

3) Lumineers

Lumineers are a type of porcelain veneers that are super wafer thin meaning than less preparation is done on teeth surfaces and in certain cases may be reversible.

Bonding

What is Tooth Bonding?

Tooth bonding is the application of a tooth-colored resin material using adhesives and a high intensity curing light. The procedure gets its name because materials are bonded to the tooth. Bonding is typically used for cosmetic purposes to improve the appearance of a discolored or chipped tooth.

Benefits of Tooth Bonding

Dental bonding is a cost-effective option.
Bonding is much more affordable than other alternatives. It can conceal stains, close gaps, rebuild cracks, and create a more consistent tooth shape and size.

Dental bonding requires minimal tooth alteration.
Whereas porcelain veneers require the tooth to be reshaped, dental bonding involves gentle etching prior to applying the composite resin material. As a result, bonding is reversible.

Dental bonding can be performed in a single visit.
Since there is minimal preparation, bonding material can be applied to the tooth in one appointment. The process usually takes under one hour.

Bridging

What is Dental Bridge?

A dental bridge is a false tooth (called a pontic) that is held in place by the abutment teeth on either side of the gap. Although pontics can be made from a variety of materials such as gold, typically they’re made from porcelain to aesthetically blend in with your natural teeth.

Benefits of Dental Bridges

There are a variety of benefits to having a dental bridge fitted. Your dentist will probably recommend a dental bridge in order to:

• Prevent your remaining teeth from shifting position and causing misalignment and related problems.
• Help you bite and/or chew properly.
• Correct your bite.
• Properly align your jaw.
• Maintain the shape of your face.
• Give you a great smile that boosts your confidence and self-esteem.

Types of Tooth Bridging

There are 3 main types of bridges:

1) Traditional fixed bridges consist of 2 or more crowns and a filler tooth/teeth. The filler tooth/teeth are attached to one or more crowns. The crowns keep the bridge in place. Traditional bridges are the most common type of bridge and are made of either porcelain fused to metal or ceramics.

2) Cantilever bridges are used when there are teeth on only 1 side of the missing tooth or teeth (there are no teeth next to the other side of the missing tooth/teeth.

3) Maryland bonded bridges (also called a resin-bonded bridge or a Maryland bridge) are made of porcelain fused to metal teeth supported by a metal framework. Metal wings on each side of the bridge are bonded to your existing teeth. This type of bridge is commonly used to replace front teeth.

Reshaping

What is Tooth Reshaping?

Tooth reshaping, also called dental contouring, is a cosmetic dentistry technique that removes small amounts of tooth enamel (the outer covering of the tooth) in order to change the shape, length, or surface of one or more teeth. The procedure is usually done to correct crooked teeth, chipped teeth, cracked teeth or even overlapping teeth.

Benefits of Tooth Reshaping

The procedure of tooth reshaping and counturing is beneficial in many ways:

• This cosmetic dental procedure is affordable. However, the price may change depending upon the amount of work needed.
• There is no amount of discomfort felt during the procedure. Anesthesia would not be required because only small amounts of tooth enamels need removing, which means that no pain shall be felt.
• While fixing your teeth, this procedure might as well remove the tartar buildup and plaque buildup. Hence, lowering your potential for catching dental diseases.
• Since the procedure tends to fix the shape of your teeth and their size, it can be called as a substitute for braces. This procedure has the capability of straightening out your teeth in the least amount of time.