Cosmetic Dentists: Benefits Beyond the Appearance Of Your Teeth

By Uzma Ansari, DDS

Lowes Island Dentistry

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Cosmetic Dentists: Benefits Beyond the Appearance Of Your Teeth

Does your perception of a cosmetic dentist prevent you from reaping its many benefits? Do you believe cosmetic dentists are only for aesthetic purposes? There are many benefits to seeing a cosmetic dentist that go beyond the surface appearance of your teeth.

Improved Confidence and Overall Health

People who invest in their smiles are more proactive about their dental hygiene. Cosmetic dentistry can help you make these changes. With the guidance of a cosmetic dentist, you will find yourself making lifestyle changes that will benefit your whole body – not just your teeth. For example, you may quit habits that can stain your teeth and cause bad breath, such as smoking and excessive drinking. In addition, you may also avoid sodas and junk foods with dyes and colors. Overall, cosmetic repairs can improve not just your oral health but also your mental and emotional well-being.

Relief From Chronic Headaches

Crooked and overcrowded teeth are not just cosmetically unappealing; they can wear down your jaw and teeth and place gums and nerves in a constant state of stress, which can cause headaches. Your temporomandibular joints or TMJ are sensitive to pain in the face, neck, jaw, and head and can also contribute to migraine headaches.

If you have crooked or misaligned teeth and you keep getting headaches, it just may have something to do with how your teeth are laid out. A cosmetic dentist can fix misaligned teeth using Invisalign, which is a discreet way to straighten teeth.

Treat Bad Breath

The unevenness of misaligned and overcrowded teeth creates nooks and crannies where bacteria can hide. These places are also difficult to reach with a toothbrush and floss, so it is quite easy for them to multiply, which causes bad breath. Cosmetic dentistry can fix this issue, so you can enjoy better breath.

Protect Against Tooth Decay and Gum Disease

The bacteria that rest in little nooks and crannies are also what can cause tooth decay and gum disease due to plaque hardening into tartar. This can only be removed using the highly specialized tools dentist’s use in cleanings. Cosmetic dentistry can help straighten your teeth as well as clean your teeth, so you have less risk of tooth decay and gum disease.

Better Mental and Emotional Health

Dental imperfections can make you feel self-conscious. If you are embarrassed about your teeth, cosmetic dentistry can help restore your smile. This will help you feel confident and happy with the way you look. In the long run, confidence and high self-esteem translate into better mental and emotional health.