Are you happy with your smile? How important do you think a great smile is?
In a survey conducted by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, 92 percent of respondents said they believe a great smile is a vital social asset; 88 percent said an unattractive smile can make you less appealing to members of the opposite sex.
Your smile is your most valuable asset because it is the first thing people see. It plays a major role in how you interact with others. It also affects your personal relationships and how you feel about yourself. An attractive smile exudes your confidence and encourages social interaction.
If you are dissatisfied with your smile and desire a change, your dentist has a variety of treatments that can improve your lifestyle.
The simplest and least expensive way to improve your smile is through teeth whitening. Have you ever noticed that your favorite television personalities have nice white teeth? Well, so can you.
Many whitening products have been around for a long time and have proven to be simple, safe, and effective. In most cases, yellowed, discolored, and old looking teeth can be whitened in just 1-2 hours at the dental office. Alternatively, two weeks of home whitening can give similar results.
If you desire a more complete makeover to achieve a brighter smile and recapture your youthful appearance, porcelain veneers may be the solution.
Porcelain veneers are ultra thin pieces of tooth colored porcelain that have transformed esthetic dentistry. They can change an unattractive smile into one that is absolutely beautiful. In fact, some of the popular makeover television shows owe much of their success to the beauty of porcelain veneers.
Veneers can improve smiles that have crooked or widely spaced teeth. They can make short teeth longer and dark teeth lighter and they can repair broken down or chipped teeth.
Porcelain veneers are stronger and more durable than traditional white fillings. They resist staining from coffee and food, which means that your smile can be just as beautiful years from now.
Finally, getting porcelain veneers is really pretty simple. One of the great advantages of veneers is that they are typically finished in as little as 2 weeks, so they are a great choice for adults who want to transform their smiles and who want to do it quickly.
Dr. Hugh Leung possesses a Masters Degree in Dental Public Health from Harvard University. He has been in practice for 11 years and maintains a dental practice in Kent. The website for his practice is at www.KentFamilyDentistry.com . 431 East Ward Street, Kent, WA 98030 (253) 852-7910 DrLeung@KentFamilyDentistry.com .
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