There are many treatments available at a dental practice. The main form of treatment is of course general dentistry, which works to solve any kind of issue you may have with pain or discomfort. General dentistry is available at all dental practices.
What other treatments can a dental practice offer?
Most dental practices also offer cosmetic dentistry as an option. Dentistry is not entirely about reducing pain and discomfort and ensuring that the teeth are functioning correctly. Once these things have been achieved, then further treatment can be considered in order to achieve the perfect smile. This can be in the form of teeth whitening, or straightening with braces, for which there are many options. Many dental practices will also offer a smile design treatment, which will work towards a final result for your teeth, and employ a multitude of treatments and techniques to achieve the perfect smile. Please consult your dentist if you are interested about any of these things.
What other treatments are available at a dental practice?
Dental practices also offer a tooth polishing and cleaning service, so you are concerned about your dental hygiene, then this can be a solution for you. Dental implants, bridges, dentures, and crowns are also available for the reconstruction of lost teeth. Facial aesthetics are also available at most dental practices.
What is facial aesthetics?
Facial aesthetics is a series of treatments that is used by a dental practice in order to reduce the signs of ageing and provide a more natural appearance. One of the main treatments available under facial aesthetics, is botulinum toxin, or ‘botox’ for short. Botox works to cause a localised chemical denervation in key areas of the face, creating a smooth effect, and a younger looking appearance. Many wrinkles are caused by contractions in the face, so botox targets these specific areas and eases them up, to cause a smooth, tight effect on the face. The treatment, if administered by a professional is extremely safe, and has a very low chance of any negative side effects as a result.
Does having botox hurt?
Botox is administered with a great deal of care and precision, so there is a greatly reduced chance of any pain or discomfort. It also requires no anaesthetic, so it will be over extremely quickly. The results will then begin to show within 4-7 days, and will last anywhere from 3-6 months, depending on a variety of factors.
Dermal fillers
Dermal fillers are another cosmetic option, often offered by dental practices. Dental fillers work by injecting sterile hyaluronic acid into key areas of the face, to provide a lift and a younger looking appearance. Ageing can cause the skin’s natural hyaluronic acid to fade away, and deplete, so replenishing this lost fluid can restore a youthful look to the face. Fillers are mainly used on the lips, to provide plump looking lips, however fillers can also be used on the hands and neck, and other areas of the body where aging may have begun to have an effect.
