Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments That Don’t Have an Age Limit

When you’ve been around the block of life a few times, it can be difficult to find cosmetic treatments that don’t have an age limit. Even if there’s a good reason for you to avoid certain aesthetic solutions, that doesn’t make it any less frustrating! Fortunately, you won’t have to worry about being disqualified from these cosmetic dentistry options based solely on your seniority. Here’s what makes them perfect for more experienced adults looking to enhance their smile.

Porcelain Veneers

Let’s say you’ve gotten more than a few cracks, chips, and dental stains over the years. Trying to address each blemish individually would be quite the task for both your dentist and your budget. With a customized set of porcelain veneers, you can conceal multiple flaws at once behind a perfectly seamless façade. And since all your dentist will have to do to prepare your teeth is shave off a tiny sliver of enamel, it’s a very accessible treatment for seniors.  

Metal-Free Restorations

Most people are familiar with the glaring silver and gold color of metal dental restorations. When you have a filling, crown, or bridge made from a metal amalgam, the unnatural materials can distract from the natural beauty of your smile. Replacing a restoration or missing pearly white with a tooth-colored restoration is a minimal, noninvasive process that will put the focus back on your youthful aesthetics.

Dental Bonding

Let’s say you have one or two dental blemishes instead of multiple flaws across multiple teeth. Instead of going through the two week process to get porcelain veneers, you can conceal the area in under an hour with dental bonding. Your dentist will simply apply a tooth-colored resin to your pearly white and mold it over unwanted chips, cracks, and staining. Now that’s minimal!

Teeth Whitening

Possibly the mildest dental cosmetic treatment you could get is teeth whitening. A topical whitening solution will be applied to the surface of your teeth by your dentist or via a customized set of trays you can use to “treat yourself” at home. Either way, you’ll have a brighter, whiter smile – and rejuvenated facial aesthetics to boot!

Gum Recontouring/Crown Lengthening

Do you have a “gummy smile”? Then the problem probably isn’t your teeth. It’s your gums! A gumline that’s too long can hide the beautiful white hue of your teeth underneath extra folds of pinkish tissue. To restore the spotlight to your ivory incisors and magnificent molars, your dentist can reshape your gumline and remove excess gum tissue. Just like with the other treatments on this list, patients of all ages can enjoy this transformative treatment!

Talk to Your Dentist About Enhancing Your Smile

The vast majority of cosmetic dentistry treatments are minimal enough to be suitable for the vast majority of patients. Even so, you should still talk to your dentist about the best way to enhance your smile. Your teeth are unique, after all, and they’ll be able to help you plan the perfect treatment process.

If you want to refresh your dental aesthetics, remember that you’re never too old for cosmetic dentistry!

About the Author

Dr. Carroll R. Butler has over 28 years of experience in dentistry, and is a member of the prestigious Kois Center, which shows just how dedicated he is to providing quality dental services for his patients. If you’re interested in a cosmetic dentistry treatment, you can trust Dr. Butler to enhance your smile! To contact his office and schedule an appointment, call 830-257-4900.