We know going to the dentist isn’t your favorite thing, but at Caring Dentistry of San Rafael we make visiting a more pleasant experience than you’ve ever imagined!
To read about both types of dentistry, and the difference between them, please enjoy the following article.
While some say going to the dentist is never fun, others would disagree. This could be due to the fact that there are a lot of dentists out there, and many sorts of services they offer. What you may know about dentistry could be solely general dentist work, but there is a whole other specialty within that world: cosmetic dentistry. Not all dentists perform cosmetic dentistry, as not all dentists can. To read about both types of dentistry, and the difference between them, please enjoy the following article.
General Dentistry:
General dentist can take care of all your basic tooth repairs and cleaning. This includes removing cavities, fillings, caps, braces, root canals, bridges, and many others. To be a general dentist you have to have an education and a license to do dental work. However, general dentist training doesn't prepare a dentist for additional cosmetic treatments that they may or may not teach them in school.
Cosmetic Dentistry:
Cosmetic dentistry is not for pain or cleaning, but for appearance and glamour. You would see a cosmetic dentist if you were looking to get veneers, dental bonding, caps, teeth whitening, etc... To achieve this sort of expertise, a cosmetic dentist has additional training that not all general dentists do. They are usually also trained to do general dentistry, and offer cosmetic dentistry as well.
The Difference:
While general dentistry is more about tooth pain and functionality, cosmetic dentistry is more based on the appearance of the teeth. Some general dentists may boast they are also cosmetic dentists, but in fact they are not. This is because cosmetic dentistry, although certainly a skill, is not a legally recognized specialty. Due to this, cosmetic dentistry does not get the sort of reputation it deserves. On the other hand, some people who do not require cosmetic services prefer to see a dentist who deals exclusively with similar clients.
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