{"id":35,"date":"2019-05-23T12:44:33","date_gmt":"2019-05-23T12:44:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/?p=35"},"modified":"2019-06-07T12:45:17","modified_gmt":"2019-06-07T12:45:17","slug":"restorative-cosmetic-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/2019\/05\/23\/restorative-cosmetic-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are Some Different Ways Your Dentist Can Help Your Smile?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_255687387__1559309830_33319.jpg\" alt=\"Woman in dentist's chair\" class=\"wp-image-37\" width=\"299\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_255687387__1559309830_33319.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_255687387__1559309830_33319-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_255687387__1559309830_33319-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 299px) 100vw, 299px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cFixing your smile\u201d can mean different things to a dentist.\nSometimes it might mean that a tooth\u2019s been broken in an accident and it\u2019ll\nneed to be repaired or replaced. Other times it means that the patient has\nbasically healthy teeth but is unsatisfied with their appearance. Many dentists\noffer different services, so if there\u2019s a change you\u2019ve been thinking of making\nchanges in your mouth, it\u2019s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the kind\nof treatment you\u2019re asking for. Here\u2019s what you need to know about the\ndifference between restorative and cosmetic dentistry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Restorative Dentistry?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/restorative-dentistry.html\">Restorative dentistry<\/a>\nis used to help your teeth stay functional and healthy. It corrects damages\nthat can lead to long term health issues. For example, cavities are a common\nproblem that can compromise a tooth and eventually cause you to lose it;\nfilling in the cavities or removing an infection via root canal are examples of\nrestorative dentistry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other restorative treatments include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Dental implants to replace a missing tooth and\nprevent bone loss in the jaw<\/li><li>Bridges or dentures that can replace multiple\nmissing teeth<\/li><li>Crowns placed over broken teeth to restore\nstrength and provide protection<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Cosmetic Dentistry?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">Cosmetic\ndentistry<\/a> focuses on making changes to the appearance of the teeth. It\u2019s\noften seen as a way to promote self-confidence. Teeth whitening, for instance,\nis a popular procedure where the enamel is bleached to get rid of discoloration\nor stains. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other cosmetic dental procedures are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Porcelain veneers to cover multiple aesthetic flaws\nat once<\/li><li>Invisalign, a metal-free alternative to braces\nfor straightening teeth<\/li><li>Dental bonding to fill in minor chips in the teeth<\/li><li>Recontouring to improve the shape of the gums<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which Type of Dentistry Can Help Me?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In some respects, restorative and cosmetic dentistry may\nseem similar since they involve making changes to the tooth, but the key\ndifference is in their primary goals. Restorative dentistry fixes damage that\ncan lead to long-term problems with any changes to appearance being a side\nbenefit. Meanwhile, a cosmetic dentist is concerned with aesthetic changes that\ndon\u2019t necessarily affect the tooth\u2019s health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For either type of dental work, you\u2019ll need to find someone\nwith the knowledge and experience to help you. Speak with your dentist to learn\nwhat restorative and cosmetic treatments they offer and keep them in mind for the\nfuture. Whether you lose a tooth or just decide you want whiter teeth, your\ndentist is your partner in helping you achieve a better smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At Dental Dynamics, a dentist, a periodontist, an oral and\nmaxillofacial surgeon, and an endodontist combine their specialties to provide comprehensive\ndentistry under one roof. Patients have access to a wide variety of cosmetic\nand restorative treatments from teeth whitening to dental implants. To schedule\nan appointment, visit their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call (847)\n329-9801.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cFixing your smile\u201d can mean different things to a dentist. Sometimes it might mean that a tooth\u2019s been broken in an accident and it\u2019ll need to be repaired or replaced. Other times it means that the patient has basically healthy teeth but is unsatisfied with their appearance. Many dentists offer different services, so if there\u2019s [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/35"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=35"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/35\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":39,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/35\/revisions\/39"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=35"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=35"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=35"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}