5 Benefits of Getting a Smile Makeover

When your smile is full of multiple kinds of aesthetic flaws, such as chips, permanent stains, cracks, gaps, and misalignment, it can be difficult or even impossible to address all of those issues with just one treatment. In this case, your dentist may suggest a smile makeover, in which they develop a personalized plan consisting of many cosmetic dentistry services to help you attain the perfect grin you deserve. Here are five benefits you can enjoy by improving your pearly whites with a smile makeover.

1. Look Younger

As you get older, your enamel, which is the white outermost layer of your teeth, becomes thinner. This exposes more of the underlying layer, a softer yellowish material called dentin. Because of this, we often associate white teeth with youth. No matter which treatment you use to lighten the shade of your teeth, you can enjoy a smile that looks several years younger.  

2. Boost Your Confidence

If you’re uncomfortable with the way your teeth look, you might have a habit of hiding them behind your lips or your hand. Getting a smile makeover can increase your self-esteem by giving you a set of gorgeous pearly whites that you can’t wait to show off.

3. Achieve Greater Success

When you’re proud of your smile, you’ll naturally want to display it more often. Research suggests that people who smile more in job interviews are more likely to get the job. They’re also perceived as friendlier and more likely to advance further in the workplace. A smile makeover could help you land your dream job!

4. Feel Happier

Studies have shown that the physical act of smiling can trigger the release of feel-good chemicals in the brain, such as dopamine and serotonin. Insufficient levels of these neurotransmitters have been linked to depression, so it’s good to have plenty of them. Having a smile that you’re proud of will make you want to grin more often, boosting your general mental health.

5. Improve Your Oral Health

In addition to improving the aesthetic aspects of your teeth, a smile makeover can lead to healthier teeth and gums. For example, straightening your teeth with clear aligners can prevent bite alignment issues that contribute to TMJ problems and make your teeth easier to brush and floss. Metal-free dental crowns can protect an already vulnerable tooth from further damage. Plus, seeing a bright smile in the mirror every day will motivate you to keep it that beautiful by taking good care of it with regular at-home oral hygiene and dental cleanings.

You don’t need to suffer through having imperfect teeth. Contact your cosmetic dentist today to find out more about how you can benefit from a smile makeover.

About the Author

Dr. Corey Martinez obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Indiana University School of Dentistry and currently practices in Alexandria, IN. As a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, he has received advanced training in a variety of cosmetic services, including clear aligners, BOTOX, teeth whitening, and of course, smile makeovers. To learn more about whether a smile makeover is right for you, contact Martinez Dentistry at (765) 724-7729.