Cosmetic Dentistry

Consider cosmetic dentistry if you want a beautiful, healthy, and symmetrical smile. Cosmetic procedures address common imperfections, including missing teeth, crowding, tooth discoloration, and more. At Maple Dental, cosmetic and family dentist Gurpreet Kaur, DDS, provides comprehensive oral health care to people of all ages living in and around Georgetown Place, Maplecrest Road, Fort Wayne, and New Haven, Indiana, including teeth whitening, veneers, and Invisalign®. Call Maple Dental today to schedule a cosmetic dentistry consultation, or book your appointment online.

What is cosmetic dentistry?

Cosmetic dentistry uses whitening treatments and dental restorations to transform your teeth, gums, and smile. Most cosmetic procedures are elective, so dental insurance doesn’t cover them. However, some cosmetic treatments do improve your oral health and are covered. Check with your insurance company to be sure.

When should I consider cosmetic dentistry?

Consider cosmetic dentistry at Maple Dental if you have:

• Crowded teeth
• Crooked teeth
• Gaps between your teeth
• Missing teeth
• Severely damaged or decaying teeth
• A “gummy” smile
• Severely stained or discolored teeth

Sometimes, Dr. Kaur uses cosmetic dentistry to treat bite abnormalities like overbite and underbite.

What are some examples of cosmetic dentistry?

At Maple Dental, Dr. Kaur provides several types of cosmetic dentistry, including:

Teeth whitening

Teeth whitening removes stains from the surfaces of your teeth caused by tobacco, trauma, or poor oral hygiene. Dr. Kaur offers professional chairside teeth whitening and take-home teeth whitening kits. Both eliminate tooth discoloration, making your smile appear whiter and brighter.

Invisalign®

Invisalign is an orthodontic procedure that improves the alignment of your teeth and/or jaw.

Rather than using brackets and wires of metal braces, Invisalign transforms your smile using removable plastic aligners. These aligners are clear, fit snugly over your teeth, and place gradual pressure on your teeth and jaw, properly aligning them.

Cosmetic gum contouring

Dr. Kaur might recommend cosmetic gum contouring if you have a “gummy” smile. Gum contouring removes excess gum tissue, making your gumline more pleasing to the eye.

Dental implants

Dental implants replace your natural tooth roots. They’re worth considering if you’ve lost one or more permanent teeth to trauma, extractions, or poor oral hygiene. Once placed, implants provide a base for dental restorations.

Veneers

Veneers are wafer-thin shells that Dr. Kaur bonds to the front of your permanent teeth. The shells are porcelain or ceramic and look like natural tooth enamel. Veneers cover minor oral imperfections like chips, cracks, and coffee stains.

Are the results of cosmetic dentistry permanent?

It depends. Some cosmetic procedures, like teeth whitening, make your smile brighter for several months, but the stains usually return without maintenance. Dental implants, on the other hand, can, with proper care and good oral hygiene, last a lifetime.

After an exam and discussing your goals, Dr. Kaur lets you know what you can expect from cosmetic dentistry.

Call Maple Dental today to schedule a cosmetic dentistry appointment, or book your visit online.