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Teeth come in many shapes and sizes, but it’s common to have insecurities about a gummy smile. If you’re embarrassed by short or stubby teeth, your cosmetic dentist can reveal a big, beautiful smile. You won’t require extensive dental work and there are many options to fix small teeth. Here are just a few solutions that might be right for you.
Cosmetic Dental Bonding
Cosmetic dental bonding is a popular treatment because it’s minimally invasive, affordable, and offers quick results. A composite resin is shaded to the color of enamel to blend in when used to correct minor cosmetic and restorative issues, like short teeth.
Your dentist can add the material to your teeth to make them larger. You will enjoy results that look and feel natural using a treatment that won’t cost an arm or a leg. Your results can last for many years with the right care, like brushing and flossing.
Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers rank among the most popular cosmetic procedures because they can address several imperfections at once. Not only can they correct a gummy smile, but they can also improve discoloration, chips, and alignment problems.
A veneer is a thin restoration that’s bonded to the front side of a tooth to enhance its color, size, and shape. Bonding veneers to the teeth that show when you smile can fix several issues simultaneously. You will save time and money because you won’t need multiple procedures to reach your goals. Veneers are proven to last for a decade or more with good oral hygiene and regular dental care.
Metal-Free Dental Restorations
Ceramic materials are used to create tooth-colored restorations. A dental crown covers the entire surface of a tooth to the gum line. Often, they are used to protect compromised or weakened teeth; however, they also provide cosmetic benefits.
A metal-free dental crown is an effective solution to fix a small tooth, but you would not want to bond them to several teeth because it can make your smile look bulky and unnatural. Your cosmetic dentist may recommend a crown to repair a chipped or broken tooth. It will look like a real tooth, so only a trained dental professional will know it is not natural.
About Dr. Ariel Heisser
Dr. Heisser earned her dental degree at the University of Michigan and has continued her education regularly in various specialties, including cosmetic dentistry. She is a proud member of the American Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, and The Pankey Institute. Request an appointment through her website or call her office at (231) 599-5667.