Cosmetic dentistry can involve everything from the whitening of teeth using lasers to gum treatments or the replacement of missing teeth through the use of dental implants. Other common treatments associated with cosmetic work include the application of dental veneers as well as replacing older fillings with newer more durable tooth colored ceramic fillings. In essence, anything that improves the patient’s smile can be considered to be cosmetic dentistry. The placement of crowns may also be considered cosmetic in many cases as well as the placement of a bridge. From crooked teeth to teeth that are stained or yellowed and teeth that are too small or too large, cosmetic work has many applications that simply cannot be ignored.