Few people have perfect teeth naturally. Not to mention, poor oral hygiene, age, trauma, and other factors can affect the appearance of your pearly whites. If you hide your teeth when smiling or cover your mouth when laughing, your cosmetic dentist can give you a beautiful smile to be proud of. If you’ve been considering giving your smile a makeover, here are 5 reasons it’s worth the investment.
1. Boost Your Self-Esteem
Did you know that 16% of adults say their self-esteem is affected by the way their teeth look? If you’re embarrassed by stains, chips, or other flaws, you might avoid social interactions and it can prevent you from feeling your best. Improving your smile will boost your confidence and change your quality of life. You’ll be happier and more outgoing.
2. Improve Professional Image
74% of adults believe that an unattractive smile can hurt career success. A beautiful smile is attributed to youth, confidence, intelligence, and success. You’ll revamp your professional image, which just might lead to more career opportunities to help you climb the ladder of success.
3. Many Treatment Options
There are more options than ever before to fix many aesthetic imperfections, which means there’s a solution for your needs and budget. Depending on your goals, you might be a candidate for:
- Veneers: Bonding veneers to the front surfaces of your teeth resolve many issues at once, like discoloration, chips, and gaps.
- Metal-Free Dental Restorations: All-ceramic materials are used to create natural-looking restorations to protect weakened teeth.
- Cosmetic Dental Bonding: A composite resin is shaded to the color of your enamel to blend in when used to fix decay, chips, and cracks.
- Teeth Whitening: Improve the color of your teeth by up to 8 shades using a professional whitening system.
- Invisalign: Correct bite and alignment issues using clear aligners instead of brackets and wires.
- Gum Recontouring: Improve short teeth or an uneven gum line using a soft tissue laser.
4. Improve Your Overall Wellness
Certain issues aren’t just aesthetic problems, like decayed or chipped teeth. Rehabilitating compromised teeth not only improves their appearance but also supports a healthy smile. With your oral and overall wellness connected, you’ll invest in a healthy mouth and body.
5. Long-Lasting Results
You can enjoy long-lasting results with good oral hygiene habits and regular dental care. You won’t think twice before showing off your pearly whites by giving your mouth the attention it needs.
It’s never too late to invest in a picture-perfect smile. Find out if you’re a candidate for a smile makeover.
About Dr. Elizabeth Dolan Holzhauer
Dr. Holzhauer strives to improve each patient’s self-esteem and quality of life through personalized dentistry. She earned her dental degree from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine. She has regularly continued her training in various specialties, including cosmetic dentistry, BOTOX, and orthodontics. Dr. Holzhauer is an award-winning dentist and is affiliated with several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Request an appointment through her website or call (860) 532-1900.