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As much as you want a nicer smile, you may hesitate to try cosmetic dentistry. All sorts of unpleasant ideas and rumors can swirl around this field and its treatments<\/a>. However, the reality is that the \u201cbad stuff\u201d you hear about cosmetic dental work isn\u2019t true. Your dental practice can even prove it with a slew of proper evidence! So, read on to learn four myths about cosmetic dentistry and why they don\u2019t hold up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\u201cCosmetic Dentistry is Always Invasive\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A lot of people think cosmetic dentistry is invasive. Still, the truth is quite the opposite: cosmetic dental work is fairly simple and pain-free!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You see, cosmetic dental treatments often involve a light touch. Most don\u2019t require instruments that delve into your various mouth tissues. For instance, teeth whitening and dental bonding just apply gel or resin (respectively); you don\u2019t need to be numbed for them. Other options like dental crowns and veneers can scrape away some enamel, but they give you anesthesia so you don\u2019t feel anything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCosmetic Dentistry is Expensive\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While cosmetic dentistry can sound pricey, it doesn\u2019t have to be. Its services will easily fit your budget with the right approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Several factors can make cosmetic dental work affordable. One is a good dental plan, which could cover an aesthetic procedure if it also has restorative effects. Another element is modern technology; it often cuts down your treatment cost. Lastly, patients can often rely on flexible financing that lets them pay in small installments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCosmetic Dentistry Weakens Your Smile\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whatever you may have heard, cosmetic dentistry doesn’t force you to sacrifice your oral health. It\u2019ll give you a gorgeous grin that\u2019s just as strong as ever!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember, all dentists \u2013 cosmetic or not \u2013 value your smile\u2019s health. They won\u2019t do anything that could put your teeth, gums, or other mouth tissues at risk. Given this fact, they\u2019ll tell you which procedures are (or aren\u2019t) a good fit for you. They\u2019ll also fix prior oral issues that could interfere with your cosmetic treatment results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCosmetic Dentistry Can\u2019t Fix Gummy Smiles\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A gummy smile may seem like an unfixable issue, but cosmetic dentistry really could address it. The field has an excellent treatment for just this problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To be specific, a patient could opt to get gum recontouring. This service uses a soft tissue laser to remove bits of your mouth\u2019s excess gum tissue. By doing so, it helps you show a proportionate amount of your teeth and makes your smile look good and balanced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myths about cosmetic dentistry crop up sometimes, so get the right details. Talk to your dental provider to sort what\u2019s true from what\u2019s false!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Platinum Dental Group<\/a> is based in San Juan Capistrano, CA. Led by the amazing Dr. Ben Omrani<\/a>, our practice always aims to give your smile what it needs. That\u2019s why we offer preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatments, as well as emergency dental care! Our team is even a certified provider of Invisalign clear aligners, so we\u2019re well-prepared to help your grin thrive. For more details or to book a visit, please reach us on our website<\/a> or by phone at (949)-661-2052<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"As much as you want a nicer smile, you may hesitate to try cosmetic dentistry. All sorts of unpleasant ideas and rumors can swirl around this field and its treatments. However, the reality is that the \u201cbad stuff\u201d you hear about cosmetic dental work isn\u2019t true. Your dental practice can even prove it with a slew of proper evidence! 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