Everyone is self-conscious about their teeth at one time or another. There are things your dentist can do to improve your smile.
Have you ever been self-conscious about your teeth? Everyone worries about their smile at one time or another, but not everyone actually does something about it. The first thing people notice about you is your smile. It is important that your teeth look good because they tell a story about you. They tell about your diet, your health, and even your age and lifestyle (both past and present).
Thanks to modern dentistry, it's possible for you to have a nice smile again and be confident when you meet new people. You can have those old cigarette and/or coffee and tea stains bleached. If you are missing a tooth (or even a few teeth) you can get a partial denture. If you have a chipped tooth, you can get caps or veneers placed over them that look like natural teeth. If your teeth are very crooked, you choose to get braces (don’t worry about your braces looking unsightly because today’s dentist can put invisible braces on even the most crooked teeth).
There’s nothing wrong with having cosmetic procedures done on your teeth. People cut and color their hair, and wear makeup. Even men are getting in on the act of "looking pretty" - they get pedicures and manicures and some even dye their hair! Everyone wants to look good. Aesthetically pleasing people make more money at work, are more popular, and have their ideas listened to in work meetings and at school more so than average-looking people or even homelier people. This is a proven fact: the better you look physically, the better your life, in almost every aspect.
A nice smile gives you confidence. Confidence is the key to almost any endeavor where human beings interact. Women don’t usually go out with timid men. Men don’t usually go out with women who don’t seem confident in themselves. An aura of self-confidence gives the impression that you know what you’re about, know what you want, and are ready to pursue your dreams. This is where cosmetic dentistry can be a worthwhile investment.
Having confidence in your smile can and will directly elevate your self-confidence. Imagine not being worried about what others will think of you and your teeth when you meet people for the first time. No stains. No broken or chipped teeth. No missing or crooked teeth.
Straight, white, complete teeth and healthy gum project the image of vitality, good health, and even youthful stamina. What this translates to for you is more money in your paycheck, possible promotions and raises ahead of your co-workers, and possibly a new career. We live in a society that values youth and beauty. Having a nicer, younger-looking smile can help you project that image quite nicely. We all know that when we look good, we feel good about ourselves. Feeling good about yourself can take you far in life, because confidence portrays the image of beauty and youth both of which are important in our culture today.
Visit your family dentist or - if you don't already have one - find a dentist near you and get your teeth cleaned. Discuss the currently available cosmetic options. Tell him that you want to improve your appearance and your dental health. You can’t go wrong and you’ll gain a lot more than a great smile after your dentist gets your teeth and gum in optimal condition.
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