Everyone wants a beautiful smile that they’d be proud to show off. While shiny, straight teeth can obviously help you make friends and move through the social scene, many people don’t realize that a flashy grin can provide them with benefits in the professional field as well. Here are a few ways cosmetic dentistry can give you a hand in navigating the professional world by helping you get the job, close the sale, or look good in front of your coworkers.
How Can a Pretty Smile Help Me at Work?
Your teeth do a lot to help you communicate. While they play a huge role in helping you to speak clearly, smiling frequently makes you appear friendly, confident, and approachable. If you aren’t afraid to smile when you meet somebody, you can make that great first impression that is so important when you interview for a job, meet a client, or pitch your product.
A beautiful smile also helps you to be genuinely confident. If you’re not smiling because you’re embarrassed by your smile, people will be able to tell that you’re uncomfortable. Having a smile you can be proud of can put you, your coworkers, and your clients at ease when you’re on the job.
How Can Cosmetic Dentistry Make My Smile More Beautiful?
Modern cosmetic dentistry provides patients with several options for making their teeth look their best. A few procedures to create a dazzling smile include:
Cosmetic dental bonding
Cosmetic dental bonding is a common and affordable procedure that can be performed in minutes during a routine dental appointment. Using tooth-colored composite resin, your dentist can fill in or cover up chips, cracks, stains, or gaps in your teeth. This is a painless procedure that requires no anesthesia or recovery time.
Teeth whitening
A professional teeth whitening kit from your dentist can deliver results far superior to any kit you can buy at a store. It comes with professional whitening gel and dental trays customized to fit your teeth. All you’ll need to do is apply the gel to the trays and wear them for about an hour each day for a week or two. When you’re done, your smile will be up to ten shades whiter.
Porcelain veneers
Porcelain veneers are the open secret behind the flawless smiles of many news anchors and Hollywood stars. These veneers are thin shells designed to fit over your teeth, allowing them to cover up extensive damage and stains or even to realign a smile without orthodontic treatments.
If you’re looking for a way to gain an advantage in the professional world, cosmetic dental treatments may be able to give your career the boost you’ve been looking for. Consulting with your dentist can determine if any of these procedures are right for you.
About the Author
Dr. Alison Garrad earned her dental doctorate at the Texas A&M College of Dentistry where she graduated in the top 5% of her class. She still pursues continuing education courses through her memberships in the American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the Spear Study Club. Her office in Greenville, TX offers general, restorative, emergency, and cosmetic dentistry such as the treatments listed here. To learn more about what cosmetic dentistry can do for you, contact her office online or dial (903) 455-6075.
