Do you smile with your lips closed when your picture is taken? Do you pay special attention to how you speak, eat, or smile because you are self-conscious of your teeth? Unfortunately, smile insecurity is a common trait for most Americans. Many individuals go to extra lengths to not show their teeth during conversations or in pictures because they do not like the appearance of their teeth; they are either too yellow, too crooked, or chipped.
If you suffer from smile insecurity, then cosmetic dentistry may be an option for you.
So, what exactly is cosmetic dentistry? Cosmetic dentistry refers to any dentistry that is completed in an effort to improve the appearance of teeth for a more attractive smile. This involves teeth whitening, dental bonding, and porcelain veneers. Cosmetic dentistry gives clients a smile makeover that improves their confidence and increases their overall heath.
We will discuss the benefits of cosmetic dentistry below as well as the different options available with cosmetic dentistry.
Benefits of a Smile Makeover
Whiter and Brighter Smile
One benefit of cosmetic dentistry is a whiter smile. Dentists have the ability to remove stains and yellowing from years of chewing and drinking, restoring teeth to their natural beauty.
Straighter Teeth
While some individuals do have naturally straight teeth, it is a rare occurrence. Even if you had braces as a child, teeth tend to want to revert back to their natural crooked state, and no one wants to have braces again as an adult. Cosmetic dentistry has the ability to get teeth straight without the necessity for braces.
Increased Health
Besides just bettering the appearance of a smile, cosmetic dentistry also increases the overall health of teeth and the mouth in general. Crooked teeth leave gaps in a smile that can allow bacteria and foreign particles into the mouth. By straightening teeth, these gaps are closed and the health of the mouth is restored. Cosmetic dentistry also corrects issues such as tooth decay, exposed roots, and normal wear and tear that occurs through continual use.
Increased Confidence
With a whiter, straighter, and healthier smile, patients cannot help but to feel better self-esteem and an increased confidence level. A smile makeover allows individuals to feel confident with their smile again, showing it off instead of hiding it, smiling with full teach at a camera instead of a half-smile that doesn’t show true joy.
Options for a Smile Makeover
There are a couple of options to choose from when it comes to cosmetic dentistry and feeling confident with your smile again. Three of these options include teeth whitening, dental bonding, and dental veneers. Whether choosing one of these or more, the difference in a smile is remarkable.
Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening is a process that occurs either in a dental office or at home. In a dental office, this process involves applying a gel directly on to the enamel and then using a special light source that acts as an activating agent. Once activated, the gel penetrates into the enamel and breaks down stains on a molecular level. This process does take a couple of hours to complete, but it can be done in one session.
For teeth whitening at home, there are many take-home kits and over the counter options available. However, take-home kits directly from the dentist office typically work quicker and give a brighter, whiter smile. The way that these kits work is by applying a whitening strip or mouthpiece onto the teeth for a specific amount of time. For the best results, this process must be completed consistently, typically once a day for a few weeks.
Dental Bonding
Dental bonding involves applying a resin to a tooth in an effort to change its shape. This resin bonds with the tooth and is unnoticeable as being different than the tooth. This treatment is typically used to fill in gaps between teeth, remnants from tooth decay, chips, cracks, irregular shaped teeth, and gum recession.
Dental Veneers
Dental veneers are thin, porcelain shells that go overtop of teeth. This is a single process that addresses a wide array of dental issues and patient insecurities from chips and cracks to irregularly shaped teeth and everything in between. The porcelain material is extremely strong and has the ability to last up to 10 years.
Conclusion
While many individuals suffer from smile insecurity, they don’t have to. There are many options available to get that whiter and healthier smile that everyone craves. Let a smile makeover with cosmetic dentistry boost your confidence level and get you taking those full-teeth smiling photos.
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