Cosmetic dentistry focuses on improving your smile’s aesthetic beauty, but have you ever considered how certain cosmetic treatments could do more than that? Is it possible that cosmetic and functional dentistry can work hand in hand, helping you achieve healthy teeth and gums AND a smile you’ll be proud to show others?
Let’s explore some of the treatments that can address both issues simultaneously.
Treating Aesthetics and Function
At Darren G. Koch, D.D.S., we want you to make informed decisions about your oral health.
Here are some of the ways we combine cosmetic and functional dentistry in our Cary dental office:
- Bite alignment and symmetry — If you have crooked, gapped, or misaligned teeth, we offer Invisalign® clear aligner therapy. These discreet, comfortable, clear aligners can improve your smile’s appearance, but they can also help you avoid tooth wear and TMJ issues. And once your teeth are straight, it’s easier to maintain a good oral hygiene routine and avoid tooth decay and gum disease.
- Worn or damaged teeth — When your teeth are cracked, chipped, or worn, you may not like what you see when you look in the mirror. With cosmetic crowns or porcelain veneers, we can rebuild your tooth shape, but these cosmetic enhancements also protect your teeth from further damage.
- Older metal fillings — We can replace your dark amalgam fillings with tooth-colored composite resin, giving you a seamless smile. Our tooth-colored fillings do more than provide a cosmetic solution; they seal your tooth cavity and make it possible to bite down and chew with ease.
- Tooth replacement — We offer dental implants to fill the gaps in your smile. Imagine looking forward to smiling in pictures again! Because an implant replaces your missing tooth’s roots, it also stimulates your jawbone and keeps it from deteriorating. A dental implant also allows you to bite down and chew, and it keeps your other teeth from shifting into the gap.
Looking for Quality Dental Care in Raleigh or Apex, NC?
If you’ve been searching for a new dental home, our Cary dental office is currently welcoming new patients, and we’d love to meet you! As soon as you walk through our doors, you’ll notice what makes us special.
To take the first step, feel free to reach out to schedule an appointment.
Our number is (919) 859-6633.