Cosmetic Dentistry can be divided into two distinct categories.

1. Cosmetic Dentistry is often the term used for elective procedures utilized to change an ugly, disease free smile into a dazzling smile. It is considered by many to be the most gratifying as well as the most demanding and technique sensitive area of dentistry.
    
2. Cosmetic Dentistry can be incorporated into necessary traditional procedures required to eliminate dental disease and improve oral health. By using state of the art materials and techniques, most situations requiring extensive dentistry allow the treatment of choice to incorporate tooth colored cosmetic restorations that mimic natural teeth in function and beauty. Contemporary dental technology enables dentists emphasizing cosmetic dentistry to fabricate dental restorations that have the functionality, comfort and longevity of traditional dentistry while restoring and often enhancing the beauty of natural teeth.