A nationwide survey has discovered that nearly 40% of Americans plan to make resolutions for the upcoming year and 20% of those intend to make multiple resolutions. Approximately 50% of Americans intend to focus on financial and health goals. Fortunately, starting the New Year with a new smile can help you achieve those goals. But what are the best cosmetic dentistry options for a dazzling new smile and how can Red Bank Dentistry help?
Professional Teeth Whitening
You can walk into practically any store nowadays and be bombarded with countless options for teeth whitening miracle solutions. Those over-the-counter strips and gels do often work when they’re used correctly. But the results are rarely the one-size-fits-all promises plastered on the box. Professional teeth whitening solutions contain up to 300% more of the active whitening agents, so you can be sure you’re getting the results you desire and are paying for.
Porcelain Veneers or Lumineers
Porcelain veneers were once considered the celebrity secret to perfect smiles, but they’ve quickly become one of the most common cosmetic dentistry fixes off the red carpet as well. These wafer-thin porcelain shells are customized to fit the size, shape, and shading desires of each patient before being affixed directly to the damaged tooth or teeth. Porcelain veneers require minimal prep work and conceal a number of concerns including gaps, jagged teeth, breaks, chips, and severe discoloration. Of course, if you want even less invasiveness and a quicker application, Lumineers can be a better fit. Both options can last years or even decades with proper care and maintenance.
Composite Fillings
Silver or amalgam fillings contain a mixture of metals including, copper, nickel, tin, zinc, and mercury. In fact, amalgam fillings are comprised of approximately 50% elemental mercury per filling. Many nations around the world have banned silver fillings, but the US is one country that still allows them to be used. The FDA and ADA both insist that potential health issues due to the mercury content in amalgam fillings can’t be verified. In large part, that’s because individual patient responses and resistance vary.
Regardless, amalgams are obvious additions to the mouth that can sully or even stain your smile over time. Composite fillings, on the other hand, are natural tooth-colored. They’re strong enough for daily life needs and are completely mercury-free, so no health issues will arise. Whether you need your fillings replaced or just need a smile update, composite fillings can be the perfect solution.
Invisalign Treatment
If time isn’t such a factor, permanently correcting crooked teeth, gaps, or bite issues can easily be achieved with the help of Invisalign. These clear aligners are customized to fit the patient’s mouth and needs while providing confidence and freedom not associated with traditional braces. Because the aligners are transparent, social, romantic, and professional responsibilities can continue without an issue and no one has to even know you’re wearing them. Moreover, since they’re removable for meals and maintenance requirements, your favorite foods aren’t off-limits. Contact Red Bank Dentistry when you’re ready to discuss the right options for your new smile.