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Going back many decades, going to the dentist was primarily focused on addressing oral health issues and getting essential care. While this is still the number one priority of dentists today, elective procedures are becoming increasingly popular. However, cosmetic dentistry<\/a> isn\u2019t new. It goes back thousands of years. Read on to learn more about the history of cosmetic dentistry and how it became what it is today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Cosmetic Dentistry in Ancient Times<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you go back to 700 B.C., the Etruscans, who lived in modern-day Italy, attempted to replace teeth with a variety of different materials. Most of the time, dentures were constructed from materials like bone and ivory. They would also use animal teeth or teeth from deceased humans. Ancient Egyptians would use seashells as a way to replace their missing teeth. Crowns and bridges were made using gold. As for teeth whitening, the Ancient Romans would use urine because of the ammonia that was present \u2013 gross! Thanks to modern dental technology, we have much more effective (and less revolting) teeth whitening methods today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cosmetic Dentistry During Medieval Times<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dentistry was completed by a barber back in the Middle Ages. They would file down the teeth and use a special coat to make them look whiter. The issue is that this would destroy the enamel of the teeth, wear them down, and eventually cause tooth loss. Europeans continued to use bone and ivory to replace their missing teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cosmetic Dentistry During the Enlightenment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Cosmetic dentistry started taking a turn for the better in the 1700s. This is when porcelain became a popular material to make dentures. Dentists would still use metal to fill the sockets of missing teeth, but the body would reject it. Porcelain teeth were becoming much more common than before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cosmetic Dentistry in the 20th<\/sup> Century<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Starting in the 1900s, the materials used for cosmetic treatments began to evolve. Porcelain wasn\u2019t the most affordable material on the market, so plastics and acrylics were used to make crowns and dentures. Acrylic is still used today for some dental restorations. In the 1930s, veneers were invented to be used by film stars in movies. In 1937, the first screw-like dental implant was created.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Modern Aesthetic Dentistry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Cosmetic dentistry has been around for a long time, but it is much more advanced and popular than ever before. There is a lot of focus on enhancing the natural appearance of beautiful teeth. Popular techniques include teeth whitening, veneers, bonding, dental implants, and more. New techniques and technologies are still being developed every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The world of cosmetic dentistry won\u2019t be slowing down anytime soon. After all, it has progressed a long way. If you want to learn how cosmetic dentistry may benefit you, schedule a consultation with your dentist. You\u2019ll have the smile of your dreams in no time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Mario DeNicola<\/a> earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. He has completed over 300 hours of AGD-approved continuing education courses and is an Invisalign Preferred Provider. Currently, he is a proud member of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Virginia Dental Association, and Shenandoah Valley Dental Association. To learn more about cosmetic dentistry or to schedule a consultation at his office in Harrisonburg, visit his website<\/a> or call (540) 432-6616.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Going back many decades, going to the dentist was primarily focused on addressing oral health issues and getting essential care. While this is still the number one priority of dentists today, elective procedures are becoming increasingly popular. However, cosmetic dentistry isn\u2019t new. It goes back thousands of years. Read on to learn more about the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-340","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nCosmetic Dentistry History | Harrisonburg Family & Cosmetic Dentistry<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"It may seem like a modern discipline, but cosmetic dentistry is far from new. 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