North Ryde Dentistry offers consultations about cosmetic dental options. Cosmetic treatment is elective and should be considered in light of your oral health, preferences and individual circumstances.
Your dentist can discuss potential benefits, risks, limitations, alternatives and costs. A particular appearance or improvement in confidence or wellbeing cannot be promised.
Different treatments may change the appearance of tooth colour, shape, spacing or alignment in suitable cases. Some involve irreversible tooth preparation and ongoing maintenance.
Discuss whether treatment is appropriate, including the option of no cosmetic treatment. Functional or dental health concerns require individual assessment.
Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures
Several dental treatments are in line with enhancing aesthetics and North Ryde Dentistry offers such services.
Dental veneers cover the front surfaces of selected teeth to change their appearance. Tooth preparation may involve irreversible enamel removal.
Veneers can chip, fracture or detach and may need repair or replacement. Appearance, lifespan and maintenance needs vary.
Whitening may lighten natural teeth after assessment. It does not change the colour of fillings, crowns or veneers.
In-chair and take-home options are available. Follow your dentist’s individual instructions. Results vary, and sensitivity or gum irritation can occur.
Tooth-coloured fillings may be used for selected damaged or decayed teeth. Suitability, appearance and lifespan depend on the tooth and other individual factors. Fillings can wear or fracture and may need replacement.
Crowns and bridges may be considered for some damaged or missing teeth after assessment. Preparation may be irreversible and sensitivity, fracture, tooth damage or later replacement can occur.
Materials, alternatives and likely outcomes should be discussed for your particular situation.
Gum contours vary naturally. Gum reshaping may be considered for selected concerns after assessment, but it is not necessary simply because of appearance.
Your dentist can explain whether it is suitable and discuss risks such as bleeding, sensitivity, infection and changes to the gum line, along with alternatives and costs.
Invisalign uses clear removable aligners to move teeth. Aligners and attachments may be visible.
Suitability and outcomes vary. Discomfort and other orthodontic risks can occur, and retainers are generally needed after treatment.
Arrange a consultation to discuss your dental needs and options. Ask about benefits, risks, limitations, alternatives, maintenance and total costs before deciding.
