{"id":45,"date":"2019-11-21T16:50:16","date_gmt":"2019-11-21T16:50:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/blog\/?p=45"},"modified":"2019-12-02T16:56:51","modified_gmt":"2019-12-02T16:56:51","slug":"whats-the-difference-between-cosmetic-and-restorative-dentistry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/blog\/2019\/11\/21\/whats-the-difference-between-cosmetic-and-restorative-dentistry\/","title":{"rendered":"The Blurred Lines Between Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"300\" height=\"202\" src=\"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/AdobeStock_238408089__1575305321_96905-300x202.jpg\" alt=\"person with questions\" class=\"wp-image-46\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/AdobeStock_238408089__1575305321_96905-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/AdobeStock_238408089__1575305321_96905-768x516.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/AdobeStock_238408089__1575305321_96905.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s the difference between cosmetic and restorative\ndentistry? Some people may need a combination of dental treatments while others\ncould benefit from one type over another, depending on what dental situation\nyou have on your hands. If you\u2019re wondering whether a crown or porcelain veneer\nseems to be the best option for you, look no further. Read on to learn the\ndifference between restorative and cosmetic treatments, and how to find out if\nyou need one or both. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Restorative Dentistry?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/restorative-dentistry.html\">Restorative\ndental treatments<\/a> help repair the health and function of your mouth through\ntreatments such as dentures, crowns, fixed bridges, and tooth-colored fillings.\nWhether you\u2019re missing a tooth or have severe damage that makes it difficult\nfor you to chew, these procedures use advanced dental technology and customized\ntreatment plans to restore how your mouth works. It also helps optimize your\noral health and keeps additional damage from occurring down the road, improving\nboth the look <em>and <\/em>function of your smile, without the primary concern of\naesthetic. While not many people look forward to getting restorative treatments,\nthey\u2019re absolutely necessary if you want to enjoy your smile for a lifetime. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Cosmetic Dentistry?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most patients who can benefit from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">cosmetic\ndental procedures<\/a> have flaws and imperfections that cause them to be\nembarrassed or self-conscious about their smile. Instead of letting discolored\nor broken teeth slowly wear down your confidence and make you more timid in\nsocial situations, you can improve the appearance of your grin with professional\ntreatments such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Teeth Whitening: <\/strong>Professional teeth\nwhitening uses highly concentrated ingredients to remove surface stains from\nyour teeth and brighten your smile. That way, you won\u2019t have to feel\nself-conscious when people catch a glimpse of your grin. <\/li><li><strong>Porcelain Veneers: <\/strong>Porcelain veneers are\nthin, durable shells that are custom-fitted to be permanently placed over the\nvisible portion of your teeth. This allows them to conceal dental damage,\ndiscoloration, and minor misalignment issues. <\/li><li><strong>Gum Recontouring: <\/strong>Patients who feel like\nthey have an overbearing gum line can benefit from recontouring. Using a soft\ntissue laser, your dentist will precisely and quickly remove excess oral tissue\nto make your smile appear full and proportionate. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do You Need to Combine Both?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s not uncommon for dentists to suggest that restorative and\ncosmetic treatments be used together to fix major functional issues as well as\nimprove the overall look of your smile. This is often recommended for dental\nemergencies such as missing or broken teeth. That way, patients can enjoy a healthy\nsmile that still looks and feels great. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re wondering about whether you could benefit more\nfrom restorative or cosmetic dental treatments, be sure to visit your dentist\nfor a consultation. They\u2019ll develop a customized treatment timeline and outline\nall of your options for you. That way, you feel confident and comfortable deciding\nwhich solution is best for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Barry Isdaner has over 45 years of experience as a dentist. He is passionate about helping his patients beautify and maintain the health of their teeth and gums, which is why he offers comprehensive dental care. He has completed continuing education courses for dental implants, restorative bonding, senior dental care, endodontics, oral surgery, and dental crowns and bridges, to name a few. He is also certified to treat obstructive sleep apnea and provide Invisalign to his patients. For questions or to schedule a consultation for a restorative or cosmetic dental treatment, visit Advanced Smile Design\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call 215-659-3334.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What\u2019s the difference between cosmetic and restorative dentistry? 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