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Checkups, cleanings, fillings and everyday preventive care.
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Braces and clear aligners for teens and adults.
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Gentle, preventive care for children from their first tooth.
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Extractions, wisdom teeth and surgical dental care.
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Whitening, veneers and thoughtful smile design.
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Cosmetic dentistry focuses on how your smile looks, from the shade of your teeth to their shape and alignment. Good cosmetic work is planned carefully and protects as much healthy tooth as possible.
Common treatments
A simple place to start
A check-up is the simplest way to find out what you need. Your dentist can treat most problems and will tell you when a specialist would help.
Some specialists work by referral, others see patients directly. Your dentist or the practice can tell you which applies, and what to bring.
Look at a dentist’s training, the treatments they focus on and what other patients say, then choose someone you are comfortable with.
Common questions
A general dentist looks after your overall oral health and treats common problems. A specialist has completed further training in one area, such as straightening teeth, treating gum disease or placing implants, and usually focuses on that work.
It depends on the specialty and the practice. Many specialists accept referrals from a general dentist, and some also see patients directly. It is worth asking the practice before you book.
Often, yes. Many general dentists offer whitening, bonding and veneers. For more complex smile changes, you may be referred to a dentist with additional experience in cosmetic or restorative work.
No. Braces and clear aligners are used by teenagers and adults alike. An orthodontist can explain which options suit your teeth and how long treatment is likely to take.
Contact a dental practice as soon as you can and describe your symptoms. Severe swelling, heavy bleeding or an injury to your face or jaw may need urgent medical care, so seek that first.
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