It seems the world is infatuated with a bright, shiny smile and rightly so. Your smile is a part of your personal charm and is often the first thing people notice about you. It could also be the main thing that people remember about you as well. This is why it is so important to visit the best dentists in Lincoln Park to ensure you have a winning smile that everyone who sees you will remember. However, that winning smile may not come easy.
There are several techniques that dentists in Lincoln Park can perform to improve your smile, but which they use will depend on the condition of your teeth and gums. The very first step is a thorough examination of the teeth, including x-rays to determine if any decay is present. From there the dentist may decide you only need a simple cleaning or are ready for teeth whitening. Of course, they may also find the beginnings of one or more caries. In layman’s terms a cavity might be forming in your teeth.
Cavities are something that need to be repaired as soon as possible because a simple cavity will only get worse. As the decay increases it moves through the soft inner dentin and eventually reaches the tooth’s nerve. The nerve is the pulp of the tooth and once the decay gets this far it can quickly infect the nerve and jaw tissue. If you have had a cavity get this far then you know the first treatment is a round of antibiotics to reduce the infection before the dentist can begin repair.
Once your teeth are cleaned and ready your dentist can begin the art of cosmetic dentistry. This is where the dentist can really shine and so will your smile. Depending on the condition, alignment, size and shape of your teeth your dentist may suggest the use of an alignment system or even the use of braces to properly adjust the alignment your teeth. In the case of misshapen teeth your dentist may recommend the use of dental veneers. Modern veneers are a slim, porcelain cover that is cemented over the visible portion of your teeth. With the improvements in veneer placement this can usually be done in one or two visits. Get in touch with Chicago Smile Design to know more.
