In this post I aim to provide a clear explanation of the differences between restorative dentistry and cosmetic dentistry, and how they can work together to achieve optimal oral health and a beautiful smile.
What is Restorative Dentistry?
Restorative dentistry is offered to people who suffer from things like gum damage or missing teeth. Even one awkward tooth can cause problems to the gums and teeth around it. Restorative dentistry can offer solutions to bleeding gums, loose teeth and bad breath. It can include fillings, crowns, bridges and dental implants.
There is a connection with dental health and heart problems. This is not completely understood but once you get infected gums it can get into your blood stream and attack the immune system.
What is Cosmetic Dentistry?
There is a distinct connection between restorative and cosmetic dentistry. A lot of restoration can lead to a brighter, whiter smile. So, just getting your teeth looked after can improve the way that they look.
If you have healthy teeth but are not happy with the way they look then you may wish to go for cosmetic dentistry. This will repair chipped or crooked teeth or make them whiter if they are discoloured.
Treatments may include veneers, crowns, dental implants, composite bonding or whitening. Or you can have your teeth aligned with certain treatments like braces or similar.
What is the Difference Between Restorative and Cosmetic dentistry.
I think the difference is quite slight. Restoring your teeth can have a cosmetic improvement. The main difference is whether your teeth improvement is purely to make them look better. But there is a thin line between making them look better and improving their overall health and the condition of your mouth.
Even straightening your teeth can have benefits because it will prevent bacteria from getting into your gums. And whitening your teeth will keep your teeth clean and healthy. So it’s down to a combination of both restoring and cosmetic improvement of your teeth which will improve the overall condition of your mouth and maybe even your heart and health.
Have you had any work on your teeth? Has it been cosmetic or restorative? I had cosmetic dentistry nearly twenty years ago and it changed my life. I’ve also had a lot of restorative dentistry over the years which has improved the health of my gums. Having a healthy mouth is very important, and it’s important to get those younger ones looking after their teeth and gums before they get too bad.
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