With developing technology, dentistry practices are being renewed day by day. Today, patients can apply to dentists not only for health but also for aesthetics. In this period when aesthetics are quite common today, the aesthetics of our teeth, which bring our smile to the forefront, also attracts a lot of attention.   This is where aesthetic dentistry comes into play. Aesthetic dentistry is one of the practices that people have been frequently applying lately. People apply to cosmetic dentists to make their teeth more beautiful, brighter and healthier. In line with these requests, cosmetic dentists first determine the person's oral structure and dental problems and then apply the procedure in a sterile environment suitable for the person. The main reason why people apply to cosmetic dentists is to have a beautiful smile. A beautiful smile is a perfect image that everyone should have in their life. Aesthetic dentists perform various procedures in dental aesthetics.  

What are Aesthetic Dentistry Practices?

 Aesthetic dentists determine the problems in the jaw and mouth structure of patients and perform personalized procedures. They help people get rid of the appearance they are uncomfortable with and ensure that they achieve a beautiful and healthy appearance. Aesthetic dentists have various practices. We can list the aesthetic dentistry applications as follows; 

• Composite Fillings
• Teeth Whitening
• Diastema Treatment
• Dental Veneer Treatments
• Gum Aesthetics

Composite Fillings

These are procedures performed to repair broken and decayed tissues in the teeth located in the front area or to widen short and small teeth. The composite fillings applied in these procedures are determined and applied to match the person's tooth color and structure.  After the procedure, the person will have a white and healthy tooth appearance.  

Teeth Whitening

One ​​of the most frequently used applications by dentists, teeth whitening does not cause any harm as long as it is done under the supervision of a physician. Teeth are whitened healthily by using gels suitable for the tooth structure. This procedure can be repeated at certain intervals if necessary.

Diastema Treatment

Diastema is the gap in the teeth. This gap in the teeth is an aesthetically disturbing situation. It is normal for the tongue to be damaged when it gets between the open teeth. Thanks to this treatment, people will have a more beautiful appearance and a healthier tooth structure.  

Dental Veneer Treatments

This is a procedure performed to restore the old, beautiful appearance of the teeth as a result of cleaning the cavities in the teeth. The coating process is applied by mixing different materials suitable for the tooth structure.  

Gum Aesthetics

Gum aesthetics, also known as pink aesthetics, is a procedure applied to eliminate asymmetrical disorders in the teeth. It is applied to eliminate dental disorders such as gum recession, purple gums, and inflammation. After this procedure, a flawless appearance is created in the teeth and gums and the gums are restored to health.  

How to Become an Aesthetic Dentist?

Aesthetic dentistry is a profession that attracts attention and is quite necessary today. People can choose dentists not only for health but also for aesthetics. Individuals who are uncomfortable with the deteriorated mouth and teeth structure can have a beautiful smile.e and they want to have a healthy mouth and jaw structure.   Aesthetic dentists are doctors who help people's teeth to be more beautiful, brighter and healthier. Aesthetic dentists first determine the problems in the person's mouth structure and teeth and then apply the procedure in a sterile environment suitable for the person. Those who want to become an aesthetic dentist must have skills such as three-dimensional vision skills, eye adaptation, hand and finger skills, endurance, and process management. In order to become an aesthetic dentist, they must enroll in the relevant department of a university and receive a 5-year education. The title of dentist is officially given after graduating from a university. Those who want to can take the Dentistry Specialization Exam, abbreviated as DUS, and shift to different fields and become an aesthetic dentist.  

Eskişehir Aesthetic Dentist

Eskişehir aesthetic dentist, is a dentist who includes all the restorative treatments applied in cases where it is deemed necessary to achieve a better smile. Teeth are in direct view and directly affect a person's appearance. For this reason, most people care about the appearance of their teeth. There are many restorative treatment options that include smile design so that a person can smile freely and confidently.

What are Restorative Treatments?

• Composite Fillings

Lost dental tissues can be restored with tissue fillers. After the decayed tooth tissue is cleaned, the tooth is restored with composite materials, also known as white fillings among the public, which are unnoticeable thanks to various color options that are compatible with the tooth color.

• Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening treatments can be applied to the teeth of individuals whose teeth are naturally dark or have yellowed due to various reasons. The application of teeth whitening treatment requires that the teeth and gums of the tooth be healthy. In the whitening treatment applied at home, a special whitening gel is given to the patient by the dentist and the patient applies this gel himself at regular intervals. In clinic-type whitening treatments, the gums are isolated and protected in a clinical environment, and a special whitening gel is applied to the teeth and activated with a light device. After treatment, teeth will lighten in color by 2-4 tones.

• Diastema (Gaps Between Teeth) Treatment

Gaps between teeth due to size differences can be practically corrected with aesthetic composite restorations.

• Bonding the Piece in Teeth Broken as a Result of Trauma

In cases of traumatically broken teeth, a technique is applied to bond the broken piece in place with special methods in order to restore healthy chewing functions without extracting the tooth, to restore its aesthetic appearance and to prevent speech functions from being negatively affected.

• Dental Veneer Treatments

Poor eating habits and failure to provide necessary care for teeth cause wear and even tooth loss over time. Tooth loss can also occur due to genetic reasons. In such cases, dental coating treatments can be applied with materials that are compatible with the gums, such as porcelain and zirconium.

• Gum Aesthetics

Gum health is as important as dental health. Healthy gums can lose their natural pink appearance for many reasons. However, in some people, the gums can be exposed too much when smiling (gummy smile). In such complaints, a small laser With the procedure, the gum color can be restored to a healthy appearance or gum leveling treatment can be applied. 

This article was written by Eskişehir Oral and Dental Clinic Minepol for the purpose of informing patients.