Cosmetic dentistry explored: How to get your dream smile

Cosmetic dentistry offers a wealth of ways to create the smile of your dreams. Aura Dental in St John’s Wood offers a full range of cosmetic treatments, so no matter what you dislike about your current smile, our team can help you to improve it.

Almost half of the adult population in the UK is unhappy with the way their smile looks, and the most common complaint is discoloured teeth. Cosmetic dentistry has several treatments on offer designed to brighten up your smile, so if the current colour of your teeth is getting you down, why not come into our St John’s Wood practice for a consultation with a cosmetic dentist?

Treating tooth discolouration successfully depends on identifying the nature and cause. It may surprise you to learn that the most common cause of stained teeth is dental plaque; 64% of us have visible plaque, and as well as being unsightly this is damaging to your dental health, potentially leading to gum disease, tooth decay, and bad breath.

A hygiene appointment at our St John’s Wood clinic can rectify this problem. As well as cleaning your teeth professionally, your hygienist will help you to modify your home brushing and flossing techniques to ensure it doesn’t happen again.

For everyday stains – such as those caused by coffee or smoking – teeth whitening can help. This is the most popular procedure in cosmetic dentistry and is both safe and effective when delivered by a dentist. It involves the use of special bleaching gel to gently remove common tooth stains.

Permanent stains can be improved by using porcelain veneers, which are thin shells placed over the surfaces of the teeth to improve their appearance. Veneers also work well in cases of minor spacing or alignment issues, and for chipped front teeth. They are a popular cosmetic dentistry choice at our St John’s Wood clinic.

Larger issues with tooth alignment can also be helped by cosmetic dentistry. We offer both discreet braces and clear, removable aligners at our St John’s Wood dental practice. These will move your teeth to a better position without being immediately obvious.