A cosmetic dentist is all about restoring your teeth to its former natural beauty, not just protecting them from tooth decay. Over the past few years there has been a huge increase of popularity for cosmetic dentists. It has to do with patients having the great desire to have the perfect smile that they are proud to display. It is too bad that we live in an era where an emphasis is put on looks and the only way that we can feel good about ourselves is if we compare favorably to models and movie stars. But it is the way things are and we’ve to deal with it.