3 Cosmetic Procedures That Can Get Your Smile Ready For Summer

Summer is quickly approaching and your time to shine is almost here, but if you have a smile you don’t love, take time to improve it now. Dr. Judy Strutz recommends planning ahead to get your dental procedures organized before the summertime hits and you are busy. A beautiful, healthy smile is a fantastic way to make a great first impression this summer.  Here are 4 procedures that Dr. Strutz recommends in order to get your smile summer ready.

1.     Veneers. They help to cover your current teeth, and they improve the look of your smile. While they are laid on top of your current teeth, like a cover, they can cover stains, even out teeth that are smaller, or help to hide teeth that are chipped.

2.     Crowns. Fix breaking or cracking teeth. While the cost of fixing them may not seem worth it, individuals who have healthy smiles are more likely to get the job they want. Research shows that potential employers look at a person’s smile first when determining if they are a good fit for their business.

3.     Implant Supported Dentures. A fixed denture. Individuals who have a traditional denture may be afraid to fix their smile because it seems more work than it is worth. People who have chosen permanent fixed dentures are surprised to find their lives greatly improved by the choice. For example, they find they can eat whatever they choose easily, they no longer have to worry about their teeth falling out when speaking and they feel they can have a more natural look!

4.     Whitening. Whitening can give your smile just the boost you want for the summer months. Whitening has been through a number of changes over the years, but we are still finding that the best and easiest way to get a whiter smile is by working with your dentist.

For more information on cosmetic procedures that improve your smile, contact Dr. Judy Strutz and her team.

Are You Impacted By Malocclusion?

Occlusion is the alignment of your teeth, and when there is not proper alignment it is called malocclusion. When the alignment of your jaw is off, it can cause your teeth to hit on the wrong spot when you close your mouth or when you are consuming food. While your malocclusion may be minor and not impact you most of the time, any alignment problems can lead eventually to pain and problems with broken, cracked teeth and jaw or face pain. Constant pressure in the wrong spot can lead to a variety of problems including a need for major dental repairs.

You will want to catch this issue before it causes other problems to your teeth. A simple check with Dr. Judy Strutz and her team can help determine how much of a problem your malocclusion is and how she can help to provide you with a pain free smile.

There are a variety of causes of malocclusion, it may include childhood habits, extra teeth, dental fillings that are not proper fitting, jaw fractures or even tumors of the mouth.

For more information on malocclusion and how you can benefit from proper alignment, contact Dr. Strutz and her team today.

Are You Looking To Improve Your Smile?

There are plenty of ways you can improve your smile. Fixing cracked or broken teeth using veneers, permanent dentures and using whitening procedures are but a few, but there are other things that don’t involve being in the dental chair that can help your smile wow them in your next photo. Here are 5 tips to improving the look of your smile.

 

1.     Smile wide. You want to have an ear-to-ear grin that lights up your face.

2.     Don’t pull your lips tight over your teeth.

3.     Don’t attempt to fake a smile. Think about something that makes you genuinely happy and engage, not only your lips and teeth, but your eyes also.

4.     Practice the pose in the mirror looking for the best angle. If your front teeth are crooked and it bothers you, try shifting to other angles to decrease the impact.

5.     Wiggle your nose back and forth until you feel your check muscles engage with your smile.

If you do not love showing off your smile, contact Dr. JudyStrutz and her team for a consultation on cosmetic procedures that can improve your smile.