{"id":138,"date":"2021-04-30T00:41:51","date_gmt":"2021-04-30T00:41:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.midlothianmarveldental.com\/blog\/?p=138"},"modified":"2021-04-30T00:41:53","modified_gmt":"2021-04-30T00:41:53","slug":"dentist-midlothian-cosmetic-dentistry-myths","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.midlothianmarveldental.com\/blog\/2021\/04\/30\/dentist-midlothian-cosmetic-dentistry-myths\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Myths About Cosmetic Dentistry That You Shouldn\u2019t Believe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Are you looking to enhance the great features of your smile? One of the great things about living in today\u2019s world is the fact that you don\u2019t need to settle for a smile that you don\u2019t feel confident about showing off. There are all sorts of cosmetic dental treatments out there meant to help you feel great about your pearly whites. However, there is a lot of misinformation out there as well. Continue reading to learn about some common cosmetic dentistry<\/a> myths and why they aren\u2019t true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Myth 1: Cosmetic Dentistry Is Only for Your Appearance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many cosmetic procedures are done solely for aesthetic purposes, but there are certain treatments that can be considered cosmetic but can also be beneficial for your oral health. For instance, dental implants improve the appearance of smiles, but they also help to prevent bone loss, allow for easier chewing and speaking, and preventing misalignment issues in the future. Porcelain veneers and direct bonding can be used to correct cracks and chips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth 2: Dental Bridges Are the Best Way to Replace Missing Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dental bridges have been used for many years and are a great tooth replacement option for many people, but it isn\u2019t always the best option for anyone. A lot of the time, dental implants are a superior option because they have so many advantages. They feel just like natural teeth, prevent bone loss, and keep your other teeth from moving around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth 3: At-Home Teeth Whitening Kits Are a Good Option<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Over-the-counter teeth whitening kits aren\u2019t usually the most effective methods to leave you with a brighter smile, and they can be harmful for your smile and tooth enamel. Instead, it is a better idea to talk to your dentist about teeth whitening options, such as porcelain veneers. This way, you can be left with safe, lasting results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth 4: Dental Bonding Is the Best Way to Fix Chipped Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dental bonding involves the use of a composite resin that is sculpted to the tooth in order to cover up imperfections. While this is a great option for many people, it isn\u2019t always the best long-term solution. Instead, you may want to consider porcelain veneers or a dental crown depending on your individual situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t let these cosmetic dentistry myths fool you. Instead, discuss your options with your dentist. You will be showing off your smile with pride in no time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Dr. Jay Oza<\/a> earned his dental doctorate from NYU and continues to attend numerous courses in order to keep his knowledge and skills sharp. Currently, he is a proud member of the American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, and Fort Worth District Dental Society. For more information on cosmetic dentistry or to schedule an appointment, visit his website<\/a> or call (682) 772-3072.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Are you looking to enhance the great features of your smile? One of the great things about living in today\u2019s world is the fact that you don\u2019t need to settle for a smile that you don\u2019t feel confident about showing off. There are all sorts of cosmetic dental treatments out there meant to help you […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.midlothianmarveldental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/138"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.midlothianmarveldental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.midlothianmarveldental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.midlothianmarveldental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.midlothianmarveldental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=138"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.midlothianmarveldental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/138\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":140,"href":"https:\/\/www.midlothianmarveldental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/138\/revisions\/140"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.midlothianmarveldental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=138"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.midlothianmarveldental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=138"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.midlothianmarveldental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=138"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}