Your smile can have a huge impact not only on how other people see you, but on how you see yourself. Cosmetic dentistry allows you to put your best smile forward and make the best first impression possible. But what is cosmetic dentistry and how can it help you? 
Cosmetic dentistry is an umbrella term for dental procedures that improve the look of your smile. This can be through whitening, dentures, restorations, as well as many other types of procedures. Cosmetic dentistry has the ability to improve your life in a variety of ways, from improving your self-esteem to boosting your career.
Popular Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures
Here at My Family Dentistry, we know that every smile is unique and believe that everyone deserves a smile that they can be proud of. That’s why we offer a variety of cosmetic dentistry services to suit your needs. Whether it’s removing stains or replacing missing teeth, we are here to help give you the smile that you’ve always dreamed envisioned.
Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening may be the most popular cosmetic dental procedure available. Not only that, but it’s also one of the easiest. Brushing, flossing, and seeing your dentist regularly are the best ways to keep your teeth healthy. However, years of stains from eating, drinking, and smoking can hide the healthy teeth underneath.
That’s why we use the Kör Whitening system for our patients. There are a ton of over-the-counter whitening products available that can whiten your teeth by a couple of shades, but you’ll need something more substantial to remove those deep, set-in stains. Kör Whitening was hand-selected by Dr. Mullins and our staff for its proven results.
Dentures
Around 35 million Americans are missing at least one tooth due to a variety of reasons, including tooth decay and gum disease. Tooth loss can affect more than your self-image. It can also make eating, drinking, and even speaking more difficult. You want a solution that covers all your bases.
That’s where permanent and temporary dentures come in. Our team can create custom dentures that fit comfortably while providing the natural look of real teeth. Dentures also make a great option if your jaw and gums aren’t ideal for implants. Contact us today to learn more about your options!
Dental Restorations
Dental restorations are different ways dentists can fix missing teeth, broken teeth, as well as teeth that may be affected by problems such as tooth decay in the future. Restorations can become necessary when your teeth have experienced significant weakening, fractures, or decay.
Rather than a single dental procedure, “dental restoration” refers to different types of procedures that address a diverse range of dental problems, both cosmetic as well as functional. They include:
- Fillings
- Crowns
- Implants
- Bridges
This is just to name a few. Whether it’s a chipped tooth, a cavity, or a missing tooth, our team provides state-of-the-art solutions in a comfortable atmosphere. The end result is a natural-looking smile that you can be proud of showing.
What Cosmetic Dentistry Can Do for You
According to the American Association of Orthodontists, over 33% of American adults aren’t satisfied with their smile. This can affect their confidence in their career options, friendships, and even romantic relationships. Cosmetic dentistry is the solution for those who worry that their smile is having a negative impact on their life.
How People Really Feel About Cosmetic Dentistry
According to a 2016 report from the Pew Research Center, 61% of those surveyed felt that “people are too quick to use [cosmetic procedures] in ways that are not important.” However, 86% of those surveyed said that cosmetic dentistry is an acceptable use of cosmetic enhancements.
The term “cosmetic” can carry a lot of baggage when it comes to medical procedures. Fortunately, most people understand why cosmetic dentistry is necessary. Give My Family Dentistry a call today to learn more about what cosmetic dentistry can do for you.
Help You Look Younger
Teeth with cracks, chips, stains, or that are missing can betray your age. Even worse, they can make you look older. Ironically, keeping a straight face to hide your teeth can make you look older than smiling. According to a study published by PLOS ONE, this effect actually gets stronger between the ages of 40 and 65.
So don’t hide your smile out of embarrassment or thinking it makes you look older. Cosmetic dental procedures can give you the confidence to show off your smile to the world as well as help you to look younger in the process.
Give You Better Self-Esteem
It’s no secret that children and teens can be cruel to those that are different from them, even if it’s for something they can’t help, such as their teeth. For many adults, the emotional impact of being bullied can last long into adulthood. This can have a long-term effect on their self-esteem.
Cosmetic dentistry can make a huge difference in unfortunate situations such as these. You can also address the problem at a young age with our pediatric dentistry services. According to one study published by PubMed Central:
Providing an adequate esthetic dental treatment is an important step in their rehabilitation when the lack of esthetic is the main source of bullying. After dental treatment, we noted significant improvement in self-esteem, self-confidence, socialization and academic performance of all patients and improvement in parental satisfaction regarding the appearance of their children.
Boost Your Career
They say you only have one chance to make a good first impression, and this can feel especially important at work or during a job interview. This can be even more stressful if you’re not happy with your smile. While your ability to do the job is important, the truth is that your teeth influence how you’re perceived in the workplace.
One British study found that 46% of decision-makers are likely to not do business with someone based on their teeth. More importantly, 44% of them admitted that an unattractive smile and bad breath would influence their decisions for promotions, regardless of someone’s ability to do the job.
Cosmetic dentistry is about more than having the perfect smile. It’s about giving you the confidence to live the life you want. Whether you want a whiter smile or have missing teeth, cosmetic dentistry can give you the smile that you deserve.
Want to learn more about cosmetic dentistry? Contact us today to learn how we can help you achieve the smile that you’ve always wanted.
We believe everyone deserves to have a smile they can be proud of, and we provide that to our patients using the latest techniques in comfortable dentistry. My Family Dentistry is open Monday through Thursday and every other Friday. Give us a call at (865) 947-6453 or you can schedule an appointment online.