An area of dentistry that is quickly rising in popularity is cosmetic dentistry.
While cosmetic dentistry is not technically a specialty area according to the ADA, many dentists around the country primarily work in the cosmetic area of dentistry, rather than in the repair and preventative area.
There are fundamental differences between what a cosmetic dentist and a reparative dentist does in order to keep mouths healthy and beautiful.
A reparative and preventative dentist performs tasks that one would think a typical dentist would do.
These dentists fix cavities, take X-rays, drill teeth, replace crowns, and helps patients prevent cavities and other problems in the future.
Cosmetic dentistry in Orange County still revolves around these same basic reparative principles.
Dentists who focus on cosmetic dentistry typically perform all of the typical dentist tasks, but they focus more on aesthetics of a mouth.
Patients who have chipped teeth or crooked smiles can use a cosmetic dentist to change the appearance of their teeth.
While much of a cosmetic dentist's work is about fixing problems that people have with their teeth, cosmetic dentistry is also becoming more popular among people who simply want to upgrade their smiles.
Veneers are becoming more popular among the general public because they make a smile look like a piece of art.
Veneers are thin pieces of porcelain that are shaped like the front of a tooth.
These veneers are glued onto the outside of teeth and cover up the tooth behind it.
People with short or chipped teeth can have veneers applied to make their teeth look straighter, taller, and more appealing.