No. Dr. Cone is first and foremost a Prosthodontist. Prosthodontists consider both cosmetics as well as function during treatment planning. The term “Cosmetic Dentist” is a term that has become increasingly ubiquitous when general dentists who want to focus on cosmetic cases market their practice. There is no specialty degree in cosmetic dentistry. Even though we do mention “Cosmetic Dentistry” in our marketing, it is simply because it is a term that many people are now very familiar with. The Nuance philosophy is that form (cosmetics) should follow function. Function is arguably the most important component of the human stomatognathic system (teeth and jaws). Try to imagine how well a high-performance sports car would handle if the tires were oval instead of round. Beautiful architecture without expert engineering can lead to disaster.