Have you ever found yourself wondering what the difference is between cosmetic dentistry and general dentistry or restorative? Is this the first time you’ve considered visiting a private cosmetic dentist and you’re not sure what to expect? Well, we’ve put together the top three questions that new clients ask us about cosmetic dentistry at York Place Dental in Carlisle as a handy guide.

1. What is cosmetic dentistry?Cosmetic dentistry is the term used to describe dental treatments or dental work that is carried out with the aim of improving the cosmetic appearance of your smile, including your teeth, gums and lips. A cosmetic dentist has the training and expertise to transform the look AND function of these areas, which can drastically improve your overall dental health.
2. Is cosmetic dentistry all about ‘Hollywood smiles’ then?Not at all! In most cases, cosmetic dentistry is about ‘normalising’ the appearance of your teeth, making your smile look the best it can possibly look, rather than creating a whiter than white, carbon copy Hollywood smile. One of the best things about seeing a cosmetic dentist at York Place Dental is that you come away feeling confident to smile, which can literally change your life.
3. Do all cosmetic dentists work from a private dental practice or an NHS dentist in Carlisle?No. Some cosmetic dentistry may be available on the NHS, although most NHS dental services tend to be restorative rather than cosmetic. Cosmetic dentists offering services such as tooth whitening, veneers, adult orthodontics, and dental implants usually work as private dentists.

As a cosmetic dentist, we offer white fillings, bridges, crowns, veneers, tooth whitening, tooth straightening (adult orthodontics) and dental implants. You can find out more about each treatment and our expertise here.

If you have any questions about visiting a cosmetic dentist or cosmetic dentistry at York Place Dental in Carlisle, do let us know as we are always happy to answer your questions. You can call us on 01228 580490.