7 Cosmetic Dental Treatments for Graduating Students

Congratulations, class of 2025! With your new graduate setting off in the world, now is a time of great promise and opportunity! But if embarrassment over their smile is holding them back from their full potential, it could make things like securing a job, internship, or college interview difficult. The good news is that cosmetic dentistry could be the answer. Here are a few elective treatments that can help correct dental flaws and give them the confidence they need to achieve their dreams!

Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain veneers are a versatile treatment that can correct a variety of dental issues. Maybe that’s why they’ve earned the nickname “instant orthodontics.”  These thin porcelain shells fit over the teeth and change their size, shape, color, and even the appearance of their spacing. With proper maintenance, veneers can last up to 20 years, but because a small amount of enamel must be removed from each tooth, teeth treated with them must always either have a veneer or a crown going forward.

Lumineers

Lumineers are like veneers in that they fit over the teeth like shells. They can even correct the same issues as veneers. The main difference is that Lumineers do not require any enamel to be removed prior to installation. Lumineers are one of the fastest and least invasive ways to dramatically change the appearance of your smile.

Metal-Free Dental Restorations

Do you have dark, metal restorations that are visible when you open your mouth to eat, speak, or smile? Today’s tooth-colored composite resin restorations can help!  These durable, natural-looking fillings can take the place of your older metal ones, so nobody will ever know you’ve had dental work done!

Dental Bonding

Your graduate doesn’t have to live with teeth with chips, cracks, or excessive stains. Dental bonding is a fast, affordable way to fix minor flaws in just one appointment. Using the same materials as your dentist uses in metal-free dental restorations, he can essentially rebuild your tooth and restore your smile in under 30 minutes. While dental bonding doesn’t last as long as treatments like veneers, with proper care, you can expect it to last for five or more years!

Invisalign Clear Braces

Invisalign clear aligners can discreetly straighten your smile in less time than traditional orthodontics, often in less than two years. Best of all, because your trays are nearly invisible (hence the name) they won’t draw attention to your mouth like braces do, making them perfect for patients who are interviewing, giving presentations, or who simply don’t want it to be obvious they’re straightening their teeth!

Teeth Whitening

Sometimes all your graduate needs is a minimal bit of intervention. Professional teeth whitening can remove up to eight shades of stains and discoloration in about an hour, or if you’d prefer to do it from the comfort of your home, you can expect the same results in approximately two weeks!

Gum Recontouring

A gummy smile can make your graduate’s teeth look too small and can even leave their mouth prone to periodontal infections. Laser gum recontouring can remove excess gum tissue quickly and relatively painlessly, creating permanent results that make a big impact and an even bigger smile!

Remember, your graduate’s smile is their calling card, and one of their best assets when conveying their confidence to the world. Help give them the self-esteem they need to achieve their dreams with the gift of a cosmetic dentistry treatment this summer and watch them reach for the stars no matter which path they choose!

About Dr. Castleberry

Dr. Darrick Castleberry is a native of Houston, and a proud graduate of the Meharry Medical School of Dentistry. He is a current member of the Academy of General Dentistry, Greater Houston Dental Society, National Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, Gulf State Dental Society, and the Charles A. George Dental Society. He has also been recognized by H-Texas Magazine as one of the top cosmetic dentists in the nation! If you’d like to help your graduate excel in the professional world with the help of a dazzling smile, schedule a consultation with The Castleberry Center by visiting our website or calling us today at 281-971-3440.