People have always been interested in getting healthier and more beautiful smiles, but in the past few decades, the dental industry has witnessed massive growth in the field of cosmetic dentistry.
People all over the country are changing the look of their smiles, and there are plenty of tools at their disposal to make that easy and convenient for them. There are a few reasons that’s the case, and learning more about them will tell you a lot about what cosmetic dentistry can do for you. Here’s what has made this field so popular.
New Cosmetic Dental Technology
One of the major reasons that cosmetic dentistry has become more popular over the years has to do with the latest advancements in dental technology. Materials research has significant strides over the past few decades, specifically in the field of dentistry.
Veneers are a great example. They’ve been around for nearly a century, but it wasn’t until the 80s that dental bonding became sophisticated enough for veneers to adhere to the smile semi-permanently. Advancements like this have been a large part of how cosmetic dentistry has been able to create incredible transformations, and what’s drawn so many people to it.
Better Dental Health and Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry is really only recommended by dentists for people who have pretty good oral health but who are interested in improving their appearance. Over the past few decades, knowledge about dentistry and oral hygiene has become more and more prevalent, leading to better oral health outcomes and making cosmetic dentistry more of an option for people.
Cosmetic Dentistry For The Social Media Generation
Finally, one reason why cosmetic dentistry has exploded in recent years has to do with the advent of social media. People pay a lot of attention to their appearance and how they come off on camera, and cosmetic dentistry can provide people with plenty of ways to beautify their smile.
About Our Practice
Welcome to Patriot Dental! Whether you’re coming to us for regular checkups, urgent healthcare, or a complete aesthetic overhaul of your smile, we have the expertise to help you get the smile that you’re looking for. Dr. Lisonbee and Dr. Henry are two experienced dentists who can answer any questions that you may have about how you can get your teeth where you’d like them to be.
If you have any questions about cosmetic dentistry, we can be reached at our website or by phone at (850) 477-1120.