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Cosmetic Dentistry Questions

What is cosmetic dentistry?

Cosmetic dentistry is the art and science of making teeth both beautiful and functionally superior. These two goals are complementary in most situations. In your smile, form and function go hand in hand, so that a healthy smile is a beautiful smile and vice versa.

What distinguishes cosmetic dentistry from general dentistry?

Roughly, general dentistry focuses on dental health problems, seeking to prevent or correct them. Cosmetic dentistry goes beyond this to treat smiles where there may be nothing technically wrong, but your smile isn't all you wish it were. But there is a great deal of overlap between cosmetic and general dentistry.

What procedures are part of a cosmetic dentistry smile makeover?

Every smile is different, so every smile makeover is different. During your consultation, Houston cosmetic dentist Dr. Nabizadeh will evaluate your smile. If your teeth are gapped, crooked, chipped, cracked, or stained, or if you are missing one or more teeth, he may recommend some of the following treatments:

• Orthodontics including braces and Invisalign
• Porcelain veneers
• Porcelain crowns and dental bonding
• Tooth whitening
• Dental implants

Am I a candidate for cosmetic dentistry?

If you are unhappy with the appearance of your teeth, you are most likely a candidate for cosmetic dentistry. See our page on Am I a Candidate for a Smile Makeover? to learn more.

How should I choose my cosmetic dentist?

If you are looking for the best possible results from your cosmetic dentistry procedure, pick a cosmetic dentist with training and experience in cosmetic dentistry procedures. Cosmetic dentistry is not an officially-recognized specialty of dentistry like endodontics or oral-maxillofacial surgery. This means that any dentist can call himself a cosmetic dentist, and it is up to you to understand your dentist's background.

Ask your dentist point blank about whether he has received specialized training in cosmetic dentistry procedures. Also ask the dentist about his experience in performing the procedures you are considering. And ask the dentist to see before-and-after pictures of his work.

At Midtown Dental, we are proud that our cosmetic dentist, Dr. Nab, serves his Houston-area clients using his advanced training from the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies. Dr. Nab is an active member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and keeps up with the most recent advances in cosmetic dentistry through ongoing education.

How can I learn more about cosmetic dentistry?

If you want to learn more about cosmetic dentistry, please schedule a consultation with Cosmetic Dentist, Dr. Nab today. We welcome patients from the entire Houston area, including Sugar Land, Humble, and Galveston.