Do I need to see my regular dentist before getting cosmetic dentistry?

It has been over 5 years since I've seen my dentist and I know that I have several cavities that need to be taken care of. Also, my teeth are crooked and my front tooth has a chip, plus it is gradually deteriating because I use to eat alot of lemons and oranges. Do I need to see my regular dentist before I can get cosmetic dentistry or can a cosmetic dentist take care of my other dental issues at the same time?

Your regular dentist can take care of all the problems you mention, unless you also want braces. Cavities and chips are routine dental matters, braces require an orthodontist. They usually prefer you to have routine dental work done by your regular dentist first. And although some of them will do the other routine work, they tend to charge more for the priveledge. So just start with your regular dentist and go from there.

i'd recommend u see ur regular dentist first.u will definitely need a round of cleaning before a cosmetic job since ur gums might be inflammed n will bleed during cosmetic treatment hampering the colour to match properly.if u wanna prioritize ur cosmetic job, thn get tht done after the cleaning n go back to ur regular dentist fer the cavities.ur cosmetic dentist might be expensive fer the usual routine dental work.i wud advise u to cut down on the citrus fruits.they 'dissolve' ur teeth n excess ain't tht good fer ur gastro intestinal system either.

Start with your regular dentist. Tell him or her what you need/want done. I'd say the cavities are pretty important, and fixing that chipped tooth is important too. They'll also want to give you a teeth cleaning too. But, your general dentist can handle all that stuff. If your teeth are really crooked and you want them straightened, then he/she will refer you to an orthodontist.