Dental Articles - London

Cosmetic Dentistry and Common Misconceptions

Posted by Victoria Dental Centre on Thu, 31 Mar 2016

Victoria Dental Centre - Dentist London

There are a number of myths and misconceptions around all dental procedures that prevent people from learning the real facts about them. Even when it comes to cosmetic dentistry, there are several myths that lead people to make assumptions and uninformed decisions. Let's clear up some of the most common misconceptions about cosmetic dentistry in order to help you out:

• It only deals with aesthetics. Probably due to the addition of the term "cosmetic", many assume that the purpose of this procedure is only to improve the aesthetics of your face and mouth. The fact of the matter is that cosmetic dentistry not only helps you get a perfect smile, but also improves your oral health.
  By straightening your smile, cosmetic dentistry ensures that you brush and floss with ease. It will be easier for you to clean the bits of food stuck between your teeth. Also it evens the way you bite. Additionally, straightening your teeth may heal temporo mandibular joint (TMJ) problems.


• It damages the teeth. As addressed earlier, cosmetic dentistry improves your oral health, instead of damaging your teeth. A lot of people may refrain from getting their teeth whitened because of the misconception that this will damage the enamel.


• Every dentist perform cosmetic dentistry. Not every dentist performs cosmetic dentistry. If you decide to get a procedure done, make sure the dentist is an expert in the field. Go to dentists who have had many years of experience and good reputation in the field of cosmetic dentistry.


• It is costly. Many people avoid getting cosmetic dentistry procedures because of the presumed cost factor. It's important to realize that not all procedures are the same, and there is a wide variety of rates for each procedure. You can even work with your cosmetic dentist to come up with a suitable solution based on your requirements and budget.