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Plastic surgery and other cosmetic treatments often come with significant risks. Before you elect to undergo any procedure, you need to be aware of these risks and weigh the benefits to decide what\u2019s best for you. Safety first, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, when it comes to cosmetic dentistry<\/a>, you can have a little more peace of mind. While not every procedure is ultimately right for each patient, you can enter your consultation with confidence that you will be kept safe. Below you\u2019ll find four reasons why you should put your safety fears to rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Reason #1: Your Cosmetic Dentist Is Highly Trained and Experienced.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To become a dentist, a person must complete not only a four-year undergraduate degree but also a three-year dental degree. On top of this, your dentist must also take a certain number of hours of continuing education coursework every year. This ongoing training keeps them up to date on the latest innovations in dentistry and their skills honed for your safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reason #2: Most Cosmetic Treatments Are Completely Harmless.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Across the board, cosmetic dentistry is safe because the procedures involve extremely little risk. In fact, some treatment can be done without any anesthetic at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teeth Whitening<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Teeth whitening takes only about an hour and uses the same active ingredient as many commercial whitening solutions. It\u2019s significantly more powerful, but the bleaching agent doesn\u2019t negatively impact your enamel. Your dentist will likely put a barrier in your mouth to protect your gum tissue, making this treatment perfectly safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Veneers or Metal-Free Crowns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Getting veneers or crowns does entail making a permanent alteration to your teeth, but the change is slight, and the applied restorations offer a protective barrier as well as an attractive appearance for your teeth. Before starting the procedure, your dentist will give you a local anesthetic, so you won\u2019t feel them reducing your tooth enamel to make room for the prosthetics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Orthodontics or Invisalign<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You may have heard about mail-in aligners or DIY braces on the internet, but these options are dangerous! Totally unsupervised and untrained, you could cause substantial damage on your own, including tooth loss. In contrast, when you work with a dentist, braces and Invisalign are not only safe but very effective at straightening your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reason #3: Your Dentist May Offer Sedation.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you are still concerned about safety or comfort, feel free to talk to your dentist about your concerns. Depending on your anxiety, they may suggest giving you sedation as part of your treatment to calm your fears and give you reassurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reason #4: Cosmetic Imaging Lets You See the Results Before Starting.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You don\u2019t have to necessarily know all the nitty-gritty details of how you\u2019ll achieve your ideal smile. You probably just want to know that you\u2019ll love the results! Digital imaging can allow you to get a clear vision of how it will look when treatment is complete. Think of it as your pre-after photo. This can give you confidence that any tiny risk is well worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the end, when you meet with your dentist for a consultation, it\u2019s the perfect opportunity to discuss your safety during treatment. They can explain the measures they will take to keep you protected from harm. Putting your safety first, you can start your journey to a more beautiful smile with peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since 1959, the dentists<\/a> at Brooks Dental have been concerned about patient safety and have stayed updated on new treatments and techniques. With decades of experience and training, we assure you that risks will be minimal and that you will remain comfortable in the chair regardless of the procedure. If you have other questions about cosmetic dentistry, don\u2019t hesitate to schedule a consultation at our Winthrop office by visiting our Contact Us page here<\/a> or call 617-846-1811.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Plastic surgery and other cosmetic treatments often come with significant risks. Before you elect to undergo any procedure, you need to be aware of these risks and weigh the benefits to decide what\u2019s best for you. Safety first, right? Well, when it comes to cosmetic dentistry, you can have a little more peace of mind. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-592","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nIs Cosmetic Dentistry Safe? 4 Reasons to Move Forward - Brooks Dental Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Are you worried about whether cosmetic dentistry is safe? 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