The Art and Science of a Healthy Smile

Where Do Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry Meet? Exploring the Art and Science of Healthy Smiles

Have you ever noticed that every smile tells a special story? At Dental Arts of South Jersey, we know that every story a smile tells may involve more than just focusing on improving its aesthetics or functioning. With new, modern dental techniques coming out every day, the lines between restorative and cosmetic dentistry are becoming blurred.

Our dentists use state-of-the-art technology and the best modern dentistry strategies to give our patients the best of both worlds. Let us know if you need to repair a chipped tooth or replace a missing one. We’ll often be able to offer you treatments that serve dual purposes, making it possible to improve your smile’s overall appearance and oral health simultaneously!

What Are the Main Differences Between Restorative and Cosmetic Dentistry?

First, let’s make sure that we cover the basic differences between these two dentistry areas:

• Restorative dental care mostly focuses on repairs for damaged teeth and improving your mouth’s function. Root canals, fillings, crowns, implants, and bridges fall into this category.
• Cosmetic dental services make your smile prettier. You’ll notice that teeth whitening, bonding, and veneers might be an option for enhancing your smile’s appearance.

But, the real truth is that many procedures can achieve both types of goals. For example, a dental crown covers up an unsightly tooth while also giving it more strength. Meanwhile, your new veneers might conceal deep stains, but they also guard against enamel damage.

This is why many of our patients will tell you that they get both types of care, and usually within a single office visit.

How Can Dentists Use Smile Makeovers to Bridge the Gap?

Performing smile makeovers is what our dentists do best! Being able to fuse cosmetic and restorative elements to improve how your smile looks, functions, and feels is what we love about dentistry.

Here are a few examples of how we can blend cosmetic and restorative dental treatments to achieve multiple goals:

1. Teeth whitening before restorations: We can whiten your teeth before we pick the color of the new restoration to match your preferred shade.
2. Tooth-colored fillings: If you fear flashes of silver in your smile, then you can set your worries aside. Composite fillings blend in with your natural teeth beautifully.
3. Veneers: Porcelain veneers cover up gaps, discolorations and chips to give you a movie star smile. They’ll also add strength to worn-out dental enamel and guard against sensitivity.
4. Dental implants: Implants stimulate your jawbone like a natural tooth, and they’ll also restore your smile and confidence.
5. Dental crowns: A crown goes over a weak tooth to give it strength, and we can make it fit into your smile like a natural tooth.

Whether you just want to brighten your smile or have functional improvement goals such as replacing a missing tooth, we’re here to help make it all possible! Our goal at Dental Arts of South Jersey is to help you create a smile that is strong and stunning by combining restorative techniques with customized cosmetic treatments. To plan your first consultation, please reach out to us at (856) 324-3361 or visit our website at www.dentalartsofsouthjersey.com.