{"id":138,"date":"2024-10-17T17:57:02","date_gmt":"2024-10-17T17:57:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hanoverroaddental.com\/blog\/?p=138"},"modified":"2024-11-05T17:57:51","modified_gmt":"2024-11-05T17:57:51","slug":"does-cosmetic-dentistry-hurt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hanoverroaddental.com\/blog\/2024\/10\/17\/does-cosmetic-dentistry-hurt\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Cosmetic Dentistry Hurt?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"754\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hanoverroaddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/cosmetic-1024x754.jpg\" alt=\"A woman smiling in a hand mirror at the dentist.\" class=\"wp-image-139\" style=\"width:322px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hanoverroaddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/cosmetic-1024x754.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hanoverroaddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/cosmetic-300x221.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hanoverroaddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/cosmetic-768x566.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hanoverroaddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/cosmetic.jpg 1484w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re afraid of experiencing pain at the dentist\u2019s office during a routine cleaning or procedure, you may be hesitant to undergo a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hanoverroaddental.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">cosmetic dentistry<\/a> procedure for the same reason. But the good news is that many of these treatments cause very little discomfort. Here\u2019s what you need to know if you\u2019re apprehensive about pain from cosmetic dentistry!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Low Pain, BIG Gain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best things about cosmetic dentistry (besides the way it makes you look and feel) is that most procedures are pain-free. Typically, the less involved and shorter the procedure (think professional teeth whitening or dental bonding) the less discomfort you can expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more complicated treatments such as veneers, there are a bit more risks of discomfort afterwards, however, your dentist will numb you when removing enamel to prepare your teeth, and most patients find satisfactory relief with over-the-counter pain medications or cold compresses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other treatments that are both cosmetic and beneficial to your oral health such as dental implants may also cause some discomfort, however, this is temporary, and the benefits to your health and well-being greatly outweigh any soreness and sensitivity you may feel during the healing process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, many cosmetic dental procedures are painless, however, there are still a few that can cause some temporary sensitivity or discomfort. If you are concerned about pain, speak to your dentist about your fears and they will be happy to help reassure you or offer some practical solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Our Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hanoverroaddental.com\/about-us.html\">Hanover Road Dental Health<\/a>, our team of highly skilled dentists is proud to provide a variety of cosmetic dentistry treatments right here in our Lebanon office. Whether you\u2019re looking to whiten your teeth, repair chips and cracks, protect them from future stains, or even replace them with the help of dental implants, we\u2019re here to help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To schedule an appointment for a cosmetic dentistry consultation, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hanoverroaddental.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">visit our website<\/a> or call us today at 603-643-4362.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re afraid of experiencing pain at the dentist\u2019s office during a routine cleaning or procedure, you may be hesitant to undergo a cosmetic dentistry procedure for the same reason. But the good news is that many of these treatments cause very little discomfort. 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