Selecting Your Dentist
What to look for in a Cosmetic Dentist
There is no board specialty for Cosmetic Dentistry so any dentist can call themselves a Cosmetic Dentist.
The best Cosmetic Dentists are well versed in several aspects of dentistry
- Orthodontics (Movement of teeth)
- Implantology (Placing and restoring of artificial teeth: implants)
- Occlusion (Understanding and development of a patients bite)
- Periodontology (For manipulation of the gums for long term health and esthetic gum lines)
- Restorative Dentistry (Restoring broken and decayed teeth)
- Dental Materials (To understand the best materials to use in a patients mouth for longevity and esthetics).
Here are some criteria’s to keep in mind when looking for the best Cosmetic Dentist
- Teaches Cosmetic Dentistry (Teaching forces one to stay at the very forefront of new techniques and information)
- Several institutions are listed in curriculum vitae that specialize in teaching Cosmetic Dentistry and related subjects listed above
- Experience and competency in Orthodontics
- Displays several excellent before and after photos on website and is able to provide more samples of work when asked
- Retains membership in recognized Cosmetic/Esthetic Dentistry organizations
- Has contributed articles to recognized dental journals