Once you reach your “twilight years,” it’s natural that you age out of certain activities. Most folks wouldn’t expect a frail senior to do any sprinting or mountain climbing, for instance. With that said, older adults could have a pressing question in mind: “Am I too old for cosmetic dentistry?” You needn’t mull it over long, though; your Kent dentist has an answer. Just keep reading to learn why cosmetic dentistry has no age limits, as well as some cosmetic dental work suited for seniors.
You’re Never “Too Old”
While you might’ve thought otherwise, old age isn’t a big deal in cosmetic dentistry. The latter only requires that a patient have fairly decent physical and oral health. As long as you do, a dentist can give you aesthetic work regardless of your age; it wouldn’t matter whether you’re 65, 85, or even older.
The only “wrinkle” (pun intended) is that seniors have a higher risk of pre-existing oral problems. As a result, a dentist may need to perform other treatments (dental crowns, periodontal therapy, etc.) before proceeding with cosmetic work. You could otherwise end up with cavities or infections that ruin your aesthetic treatment results.
3 Cosmetic Services That Suit Seniors
Several standard cosmetic dental procedures suit seniors well. Of these, three notable ones are:
Cosmetic Dental Bonding
All in all, cosmetic dental bonding is an easy procedure for senior patients. All it does is apply some tooth-colored resin to affected teeth, hiding stains, chips, and cracks in the process. Said resin is fundamentally non-toxic, and it doesn’t have age-dependent side effects. That means bonding would just help the elderly sport flawless-looking teeth!
Take-Home Teeth Whitening
As with cosmetic dental bonding, take-home teeth whitening works just fine for older adults. The gel-filled trays it uses to brighten one’s smile are harmless; they lack any toxicity. Furthermore, this whitening is highly effective regardless of how old you are. Whether you’re a middle-aged adult or a senior citizen, you can expect it to brighten your grin by six to eight shades.
Veneers & Lumineers
Even veneers and Lumineers can benefit seniors who want a gorgeous grin. As long as the treated teeth are healthy, their age won’t interfere with the treatment process. An older patient can thus receive porcelain veneers just fine, as well as no-prep Lumineers. Either way, the result is the same: a patient with a transformed and beautiful smile.
Since you’re never too old for cosmetic dentistry, don’t dilly dally. Get treatment before the holidays arrive and show your family a fantastic sight!
About the Practice
Complete Dental Care is based in Kent, WA. Led by our amazing trio of dentists, our practice is always ready to make your smile healthier and prettier than ever. We thus offer preventive, cosmetic, and even restorative oral services, as well as treatments for severe dental emergencies. Whatever ails your grin, rest assured that our team can (and will) help! For more details or to book a visit, please contact us on our website or by phone at (253)-854-2714.