The Gift Of A Great Looking Smile

Maintaining healthy and attractive teeth can have more benefits other than just looking ‘pretty’.

Some of us are fortunate enough to inherit family genes that provide us with nice looking, healthy teeth. The rest of us though, and that’s the majority, may require additional work in order to achieve the same result. Whichever is the case, having an attractive smile can make a big difference to our lives and in more ways than one.

With cosmetic dentistry having made rapid strides over the years, and really transforming the way that our teeth look, more and more people are considering whether they need to put up with crooked or discoloured teeth anymore. The rise in patients seeking cosmetic dental treatments at Bradley and Partners here in Canterbury is certainly testament to that.

In today’s blog we will look at some of the reasons why it is worth considering improving the appearance of your teeth together with the popular treatments we offer to achieve it.

Aesthetics

In the title of this blog, we noted that cosmetic dentistry is not just about looking ‘pretty’, but it is still an important factor in most people’s well being. If we feel happy and comfortable with the way we look, we are likely to feel better about ourselves in general, and this is often reflected in our daily lives. Even a straightforward teeth whitening procedure can really make a big difference to your life.

Social benefits

It is often said that when we meet someone for the first time, the first thing that they notice about us is our smile. A warm and attractive smile is more likely to receive a positive response than a begrudging and discoloured smile. We also agree that this is the case too. If you are not convinced by this, try watching a person’s reaction when you meet them the first time when you smile – or don’t!

This reaction can have a big impact on our social life. An attractive, warm smile is likely to win you more friends and a better social life, and it can also even affect your career as well. Naturally, qualifications are a major factor but if an interview boils down to two people with similar qualifications and one has a friendly smile and the other doesn’t, we think we know who is more likely to get the job. If you would like to see what we can do for you to potentially gain from this, please give us a call at our long-standing Canterbury dentist to arrange a consultation with one of our cosmetic dental team.

Healthier teeth

While aesthetics and social benefits are the main ‘gains’ of having a more attractive smile, it can lead to healthier teeth too. If we have had our teeth whitened or have had veneers placed, the chances are that we will pay more attention when we clean our teeth, in order to maintain our new smile for as long as possible. Anyone who has had their teeth straightened is also likely to have improved their chances of avoiding tooth decay. Food and bacteria are less likely to get stuck between evenly spaced teeth, whereas crooked teeth are likely to increase this risk.

Treatment options

Most of our patients come to us with expectations of the treatment(s) that they need. Sometimes they are correct but this is not always the case. If you are looking to improve your smile, this should start with a conversation and oral health check by one of our cosmetic dentists who will discuss your requirements and the condition of your teeth with you, and arrange a plan of action to provide you with the best smile possible.

There are a number of treatments that could be used as part of your smile makeover plan and these include:

• Dental implants to replace any missing teeth, both individual and multiple
• Teeth whitening to improve the colour of your teeth by several shades. This can be adjusted to your requirements
• Porcelain veneers to replace damaged enamel, e.g. chips and cracks or to whiten your teeth where they are too badly stained for a whitening procedure to improve them sufficiently
• Cosmetic bonding where appropriate
• Orthodontics (braces) to straighten crooked and uneven teeth. Modern orthodontics are more discreet and convenient than the metal braces that have been used in the past

The likelihood is that you will only require one or two of these treatments, but the best way to find out is to take the first step and arrange your initial consultation.

If you are curious to see what we can do to help you have a winning smile, take action now and call the team at Bradley and Partners on 01227 463529.