How To Experience a Better Smile

Everyone enjoys having a beautiful smile and all the benefits associated with attractive looking teeth. In fact, everything from improved self-esteem and better personal self-image to more employment prospects as well as increased quality of relationships can be experienced by simply improving one's smile. Many have suggested that attractive looking teeth are one of the first things noticed in an individual when meeting for the first time. So here are a few simple and highly effective ways of improving to a better smile over the short and long-term.

Good Oral Care and Dental Hygiene

For example, one of the easiest and most obvious ways to improve your smile is to simply exercise good oral care and dental hygiene on a regular and routine basis. This means brushing and flossing after each and every meal and doing so in the right way. Today it is easier than ever before to research online how to properly brush your teeth and how to floss in the right way. Of course, one of the best resources available is your dentist when it comes to learning how to properly care for teeth. Plan to visit your dentist regularly to keep your smile always bright and attractive.

A Diet That Consists of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

Equally important is to always try to eat a healthy diet whenever possible. Candy, soda and starchy foods as well as bad habits like chewing on ice can all damage teeth and ultimately affect one's smile. A diet that consists of fresh fruits and vegetables not only is gentler on the teeth but it also provides better nutrition resulting in stronger and healthier teeth and gums. In essence, a healthy diet is a win-win for anyone’s teeth. Equally important is to refrain from other types of bad behavior such as cigarette smoking or the use of smokeless tobacco. These items can stain and damage teeth and directly affect the quality of a person’s smile. Another excellent way to improve one's smile is to consider having professional whitening performed by your dental care provider.

Ensure That The Procedure is Done The Right Way

This is a highly effective way of brightening teeth and making them look more attractive. While there are many ways to whiten teeth at home it is always recommended to work with your dental care provider to have professional whitening performed. This will ensure that the procedure is done the right way and that the right types of products are used in order to achieve the best possible results. Finally, there is also the option of cosmetic procedures that can enhance a smile. For example, a gummy smile where too much gum line is showing can be corrected through a modern type of surgical procedure that effectively adjusts the gum line. As an added note, practice smiling in the mirror frequently in order to make your smile more natural and more attractive. Follow these simple tips and enjoy a great looking smile at any age. Contact your Pinole dentists, Azadeh Hosseini, DDS and Ghazal Hosseini, DDS at Top Pinole Dental today for more information on how to improve your smile to a more beautiful and better smile.

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[1] How Porcelain Veneers Can Help 
[2] What Is Involved With Getting Dental Veneers?
[3] What is Orthodontics and what is it Used for Today