Customs surrounding appearance and particularly smiling have changed over the recent past and in the field of cosmetic dentistry, technology continues to advance at an alarming rate hence presenting the patient with many choices. This article aims at reviewing innovative technologies in cosmetic dentistry that have improved the appearance of the final work and oral comfort of the patient.
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1. Digital Smile Design (DSD)
Digital Smile Design has become one of the major inventions that are commonly used in the cosmetic dentistry. It enables dentists to predictor and design the results of some procedures through digital images and 3D scan. This patient is presented with the final result after the treatments and has the chance to approving the result before any work is started.
2. Minimally Invasive Veneers
Digital Smile Design has become one of the major inventions that are commonly used in the cosmetic dentistry. It enables dentists to predictor and design the results of some procedures through digital images and 3D scan. This patient is presented with the final result after the treatments and has the chance to approving the result before any work is started.
3. Laser Dentistry
The most popular laser applications in today’s aesthetic dentistry include re-contouring of gums, improved and enhanced bleaching of teeth. Laser surgery is favorable among the patients and the dentists due to its precision that reduces harm to the adjacent tissues, minimal blood loss, and short healing period.
4. Invisalign and Clear Aligners
Thus, custom clear aligner technologies like Invisalign have considerably transformed the field of orthodontics. These products provide a near-invisible means of correcting misalignments and are made in such a way that they have a tight fit on the teeth. Since they are removable they invade the life of the patient to a lesser extent than fixed braces.
5. Teeth Whitening Innovations
Enhancements have also been observed in teeth whitening technology, over the past few years. The present products and methodologies used are developed to manage tooth sensitivity with new techniques that will also last for a longer time. Technological advancement like LED lights and at-home whitening kits recommended by dentists increases the effectiveness and the healthiness of the teeth whiting process.
Conclusion
Cosmetic dentistry is a field that is characterized by the continuous innovation of new services, facilitated by technology and an improved value and esthetic-performant demand. These developments are not only improving methods of distribution of dental treatments but also enhancing the patients’ comfort and results. With the advancement in technology, the future dentistry for cosmetic services is very bright with even more advanced techniques and materials in the future for beautifying everyone’s smile.