As you wake up in the morning, you may take a glance at yourself to make sure you look ready to tackle the day. Do you take an extra second or two to look at your smile and pinpoint the flaws in it? While you might think you are stuck with them, an attractive pearly whites may be closer than you think. But what makes a gorgeous grin? Continue reading to learn the traits and how cosmetic dentistry can help.
What Traits Does an Attractive Smile Have?
A study was conducted to find the answer to this very question! Researchers have found objective parts of a smile that help it look more beautiful. Starting with teeth, the color and alignment of them play a big role.
You may already know how bright pearly whites look more attractive than stained ones. That’s because the latter often can make you look a bit older. Additionally, straight teeth help a grin look more balanced. People tend to view them a bit more positively than if they are crooked.
Your gums are also important when it comes to making a flawless smile. They can enhance the way your teeth look when they are pink and healthy. However, when they get an infection, they can become inflamed or be noticeably red.
What Can My Dentist Do to Enhance My Smile?
The imperfections in your grin can be corrected by visiting your dentist! They have plenty of tools and treatments that can help enhance your teeth. While plenty are cosmetic services, there are a few preventive and restorative ones that can help!
For instance, periodontal therapy can manage any infection in your gums, while dental implants can give you a full smile once again. Here are other ways that you can get the attractive grin you deserve:
- Invisalign: To get the straighter teeth you want, you may want to consider clear aligners. This orthodontic treatment doesn’t use any metal, so it’s much more discreet and comfortable than traditional braces.
- Veneers: If you have multiple dental flaws, such as chips, stains, or minor gaps, then this service may be right for you. These are thin, porcelain shells that bond to the front of your teeth, covering any imperfections.
- Teeth Whitening: Discoloration can be fixed with a take-home kit from your dentist! It uses a highly concentrated bleaching gel that breaks down dark particles on and within your enamel in just about two weeks for noticeable results.
- Direct Bonding: Sometimes you may just have a small chip that’s bothering you, so this treatment may be just right. Your dentist uses composite resin to fill in your tooth and make it look as good as new.
Getting the attractive smile that you dream of may be closer than you originally thought! By talking to your dentist, you can come up with a grin makeover that helps you feel more confident.
About the Author
Dr. Kamlesh Makwana earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Marquette University. He now has over 25 years of experience that he uses to help the Saint Peters community get the grins they are proud of. Through cosmetic, restorative, and preventive care, you can get the treatments you need to get renewed pearly whites. With state-of-the-art technology, you can even see your results before committing to them to ensure you love them! If you want to enhance your smile, schedule an appointment or call his office at (636) 928-9693.
