The increasing innovation and advancements in the arena of dentistry has given rise to the emergence of cosmetic dentistry. Traditional dentistry aimed at preventive care and oral hygiene while detecting and treating oral ailments on time, cosmetic dentistry aims at enhancing the aesthetic appearance of the individual and offers the desired treatment depending on the needs of the individual.

The innovation in the field of Los Angeles cosmetic dentistry ranges from veneers, braces, dental implants, teeth whitening, inlays, onlays, smile makeover to gum lifts. Bio-compatibility and aesthetic appeal has been the cornerstones of cosmetic dentistry. Laser based treatments have gained importance and widespread acceptance in the arena of cosmetic dentistry. Affordable and innovative techniques that render the natural tooth structure without giving rise to side effects have been on the rise.

A few of the prevalent new dental procedures constitute:

Rather than opting for the painful teeth extraction and dentures (false teeth), which was a part of traditional dentistry, cosmetic dentistry gives greater emphasis on veneers, which are seen as a conservative and affordable option that aids in correcting crooked, uneven, chipped, cracked and damaged teeth.

While the white fillings and porcelain caps have not been effective in offering powerful tooth whitening, the novel techniques of tooth whitening which make use of hydrogen peroxide base cleansers and specially designed laser light that aids in powerful tooth whitening. Zoom tooth whitening is reported to be one of the latest innovations in this arena.

Tooth shaping aids in enhancing the smile of a person by enamel removal and reshaping the teeth to improve the aesthetic appeal.

Gum lift is one of the latest procedures that not only help in overcoming decayed teeth but also help in getting rid of gummy smiles. The gum line falls back and the length of the teeth is enhanced. This technique is often called as crown lengthening.

Smile makeovers involve the assessment of your smile to improve the aesthetic appeal. This generally involves a combination of a few aesthetic dental procedures and is often determined by the dental hygienist or the dentist.