Cosmetic Dentistry For That Incredible Smile

In today’s aesthetic driven world, cosmetic dentistry has developed into a true dental art. While traditional plastic surgery can fix your nose, eyes, chin, and maybe even those love handles, cosmetic dentistry has the ability to dramatically change and improve your smile, often thought of as the window to one’s soul.

Interestingly enough, our teeth are not only controlled by our genetics but also by regular dental care. Genetically, tooth shape, size, color, and strength are often written in our genetic code. How much gum tissue we show is also determined by genetics (gummy smile is not considered aesthetic). In addition, patients over time can develop crowding, worn and chipped teeth, and cavities. All of this can create a very unhappy patient.

So, what exactly is the perfect smile? My one example would be to look at Tom Cruise in the 1980s and look at Tom Cruise today. Notice anything different. He had a complete cosmetic dentistry makeover. Rumor has it that Tom was quite embarrassed of his smile in the 1980s, and the by the time year 2000 rolled around his mouth miraculously had transformed into the perfect smile!

Cosmetic dentistry can be seen everywhere in Hollywood, but just look around you and you can see it too. Did Jane’s teeth look whiter today, do John’s teeth seem straighter and smooth now, and is Jamie showing less of those gums now? The power of cosmetic dentistry can transform your whole life and confidence.

It may seem strange for me to say it can transform your whole life. You would be surprised to really see how many people hide their mouth due to insecurity. It can produce anxiety in social situations, fear of job interviews, and dread when pictures are being taken. Many people get really good at hiding their teeth, and some even avoid meeting new people. This can all stem from a crooked tooth, dark stains, chips, or gaps.

The good news is that this can all be corrected with cosmetic dentistry. Some tools of the cosmetic dentist include veneers, all porcelain crowns and fillings, laser gum surgery, and tooth whitening (perhaps the easiest, most inexpensive way to enhance a smile). With one or a combination of these procedures, Dr. Lampee and his staff can change not only your teeth, but also your confidence. There’s nothing like showing off that new showstopper grin.