Stop Hiding Your Smile
There are so many benefits that come with having a bright, healthy looking smile. Studies actually show that smiling increases happiness and confidence due to endorphins and dopamine being released while smiling. This in turn lowers blood pressure and increases happiness, which improves your overall health. Despite the many benefits of smiling, many people feel self-conscious about the appearance of their smile and make every effort possible to avoid situations where they may be asked to smile.
Some of the most common reasons people feel self-conscious about their smile is because they have:
- Damaged or decayed teeth
- Uneven or gummy smile
- Broken or chipped teeth
- Small or worn-down teeth
- Crooked or crowded teeth
- Dull or discolored teeth
- Spacing or gaps
If you feel self-conscious about your smile, schedule an appointment with your periodontist today to discuss what steps you can take to improve the appearance of your smile so you can begin to enjoy the many benefits that come from having a smile that you can be confident in.
How to Brighten Your Smile
There are several different cosmetic treatment options available that can make an incredible difference in improving the aesthetic appearance of your smile. Which treatment is right for you will depend on what aspects of your smile you want to improve. For example, patients who are insecure about the fact that their teeth are dull or discolored may benefit from having a professional tooth whitening procedure performed, which can increase the brightness of your smile tremendously and provide much longer results than at-home kits. Patients who have a gummy smile may be good candidates for a gum contouring procedure. This simple and safe procedure involves removing excess gum tissue to create a balanced ratio between the gums and visible teeth, creating a more harmonious looking smile.
One of the biggest reasons people may feel self-conscious about their smile is because they are missing a tooth or multiple teeth. In addition to negatively impacting the appearance of your smile, a missing tooth or teeth also negatively impacts your overall oral health and causes you to appear older than you are. One of the most effective methods for improving your oral health and restoring your full smile is dental implants. Dental implants include a titanium post, which is implanted in your jawbone and which acts as the root of your tooth and a dental crown, which is designed to look and feel just like your normal tooth.
Regardless of what cosmetic procedure you have performed, the most important thing you can do to continue feeling confident about your smile is to practice good oral hygiene habits, eat a healthy diet, and schedule regular dental cleanings and examinations at least every six months. To learn more about what treatment options are available to restore your confidence in your smile, contact your periodontist today. Doing so is the first and most important step towards having a smile that you can feel great about!