What is the difference between cosmetic dentistry and general dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry is an advanced form of general dentistry. Whereas general dentistry focuses mostly on fixing health problems, cosmetic dentistry finds solutions that are both functional and beautiful. Since form and function accentuate one another, it is not unusual for the most cosmetic solution to be the best in terms of function.
General dentistry mainly focuses on prevention and treatment of oral problems and diseases. General dentist normally treats the problems like root canal, cleaning, tooth extraction, dental sealants. While Cosmetic dentistry is a special form of dentistry which deals with the appearance of teeth.
A General dentist needs to take an advanced training for learning cosmetic dentistry so it uses advanced technologies. Cosmetic dentist treats the problems like teeth stains, discoloration, missing/crooked/cracked teeth. Treatments like Teeth whitening, dental crowns, porcelain veneers, Invisalign etc. comes under it.
