It can also involve braces and elastic bands and sometimes, replacing the whole teeth with a fake one that is inserted into the gums. This is an improvement from the false teeth that most need to remove at night. So what exactly can you expect with a cosmetic dentistry procedure? It all really depends on how much work your teeth require. He will then apply a gentle phosphoric acid solution on the tooth s surface (which does not hurt) and removes it after 15 seconds. The resin is then carefully applied to the tooth, is shaped and smoothed to achieve the desired look. The formed resin material is then hardened with the aid of a high intensity light. Some others would just want to replace their old metal fillings with the now-popular white tooth-colored restorations. Most people want to have their teeth whitened. Teeth whitening one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures available is the one cosmetic treatment where the benefits are impressive and seen right away. That is why modern-age dentists make sure they are always updated and are skilled to perform the latest and breaking-through dental industry practices for their patients. It is just logical why cosmetic dentistry has continued to gain further popularity. Many people believe their smiles make first and lasting impressions to others. You can know how good a cosmetic dentist is based on the success of his or her previous dental procedures. Many dentists keep copious photographs of their work to show the difference before and after patients undergo their cosmetic dentistry procedures. If such pictures are not available, you can rely on testimonials from other patients. Braces are orthodontic tools used for correcting and aligning crowded as well as crooked teeth. Meanwhile, teeth-binding helps improve overall appearance of chipped, broken, and cracked teeth. It uses application of materials, which resemble the tooth enamel. Teeth crowns serve as covers that help add support for weak teeth.