You can’t put a price on the benefits of an attractive smile. However, if beauty is in the eyes of the beholder, how do you know if your pearly whites are pleasing to others? Flawless teeth are attributed to youth, success, and confidence. Here are 6 traits associated with a gorgeous smile
1. Tooth Color
Not everyone has white teeth naturally. They come in many shades and tones. Not to mention, various factors affect their color, like your oral hygiene habits, diet, and lifestyle. Brown and yellow teeth are perceived as unhealthy and dirty.
Your cosmetic dentist can reveal a bright smile with teeth whitening. Your teeth can get up to 8 shades whiter from your home. Your dentist can give you everything you need to achieve in-office results without leaving your sofa.
2. Gum Display
Your gums also contribute to the appearance of your smile. Too much gum tissue can make your teeth look short or stubby. An uneven gum line can also cause your teeth to look disproportionate.
Gum recontouring can treat a gummy smile by removing excess tissue. It can also create symmetry to make your teeth look proportionate.
3. Spacing
Gapped, crooked, or overlapping teeth affect both the health and aesthetics of your smile. Braces or clear aligners can move your teeth into position to create a straight smile. You’ll also improve your oral health and bite relationship.
4. Dental Midline
Your dental midline should be between your two central incisors. If your front teeth aren’t aligned with your midline, it can make your facial appearance unbalanced.
Porcelain veneers can fix the issue while also resolving many other imperfections, like discoloration, chips, and gaps.
5. Cant
Cant is the tilt of your teeth. They should be positioned straight up and down. If your teeth tilt forward or backward, it can affect aesthetics and your bite. Your cosmetic dentist will create a personalized plan to fix your cant, like braces.
6. Gum Color
Healthy gums are bright pink. If your gums are red or swollen, you may have gum disease. The infection can lead to tooth loss and increase your risk of various health problems, like heart disease and Alzheimer’s.
Gum disease therapy will treat the infection to support a healthy mouth and body. Your gums will be pink and healthy for a dazzling smile.
You can look and feel your best by investing in cosmetic dentistry. You’ll enhance your professional image and ensure your smile is sending the right message.
About Dr. Michael C. Byars
Dr. Byars achieved his dental degree at the University of Missouri-Kansas City and has completed advanced training in restorative dentistry, dental implants, and much more. He strives to provide the most up-to-date services to create healthy, pleasing smiles. Request an appointment through our website or call (816) 336-2439.