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What does your smile say about you?

A recent list of the top movie villains of all time featured in Empire Magazine found in the top 20 - Batman’s The Joker, Lord Of The Rings’ Gollum, Nightmare on Elm Street’s Freddie Kreuger and Harry Potter’s Lord Voldemort. Can you make the link? What physical features do all of these characters have in common?

The answer is noticeably scary bad teeth!

A character’s smile is often used in film and TV to portray certain kinds of characters. Obviously this is exaggerated in films, but in real life, your smile can speak volumes about you. Did you know that before you say a single word, strangers meeting you for the first time will make conclusions about you based on your smile? So that in all important business meeting, presentation, family occasion or even on that first date - your teeth will say something about you before you even start to speak.

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Research and smile science

There is a wealth of research about how smiling is a potent form of non-verbal communication. Helwig et al* conducted a study in 2017 which explored the dynamic properties of a smile deemed to be successful. They found a successful smile is about “an intricate balance of mouth angle, smile extent, and dental show”. How attractive your smile is to others is about how it looks.

A different study** looked at this in more depth - exploring whether a smile makeover could change how intelligent and successful someone appears. This research found that “teeth alone can have an impact on overall attractiveness and perceptions of personality attributes. One's smile clearly plays a significant role in the perception that others have of our appearance and our personality.”

It’s not just about how your smile affects those around you - smiling actually has a big effect on you too! In an inspiring TED Talk, The Power of A Smile, Ron Guteman explains how smiling actually works to stimulate your brain. A single smile can stimulate your brain to the same level as eating 2000 bars of chocolate… or getting $28,000 in cash! You can also reduce your stress levels by smiling as it enhancing hormones like cortisol, dopamine and adrenaline in your body.

What is your smile telling the world right now?

A new smile with straight aligned teeth is not only attractive but healthy. Teeth in the correct position with ideal shapes function well during chewing. This intern allows you to chew healthy food comfortably. We can often try to place less weight on others’ opinions of us - but it’s important to know that your smile has an impact, particularly when it comes to meeting people for the first time. So, what is your smile telling the world right now? Is it the message you want to send out?

Issues with dental and oral health

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What would you like your smile to say about you?

The good news is your smile can say whatever you would like it to say. If you dislike aspects of your smile, or have a lack of confidence because of your smile, start by deciding on your smile restoration focus. Ask yourself - what would you like your smile to say about you? We would never want to make anyone feel self-conscious about their smile, but we think it’s important to know that your smile is an important part of your non-verbal communication. Small treatments such as veneers or other cosmetic options can make a huge difference to your overall self-confidence, your oral and dental health and can open up new opportunities for you in every aspect of your life.

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What are your cosmetic dentistry options?

Cosmetic dentistry has become a popular choice for those wanting to make small but significant changes to their smile in Richmond nd Vancouver. There can be some misunderstanding around the term cosmetic dentistry and what it actually means - isn’t all dentistry cosmetic? It is true that many of the procedures used in cosmetic dentistry can also protect and preserve your natural teeth or replace missing teeth. There are some important differences between cosmetic dentistry and general dentistry, and the materials that are used in cosmetic dentistry.

Until recently, visiting the dentist was about purely preserving your natural teeth, treating common concerns such as infection and decay. While durable and effective, some of the materials used, such as amalgam fillings, were not attractive and now have mostly been replaced, such as with biocompatible tooth coloured composite resin fillings and porcelain restorations, providing the very best and most natural looking outcome. Veneers are frequently used to create a more cosmetically perfect but minimally invasive smile design, closely mimicking the natural translucency of real teeth.

Digital Smile Design is a service provided by some cosmetic and restorative dentists to plan more complicated smile makeovers, ensuring every single detail is carefully analysed, so the most appropriate treatment can be planned.

Five ways cosmetic dentistry could improve the appearance of your smile

The shape and size of your teeth can make a huge difference to your facial appearance. Here are five reasons why and how that is the case.

  • Tooth Shape
  • Tooth Size
  • Tooth Position
  • Tooth shade
  • Gum health
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Teeth that are appropriately shaped will provide the support needed for your facial features, including the facial muscles in your cheeks and lips. A cosmetic dentist will analyse the shape of your entire face to decide the appropriate tooth shape. If your face is round or heart-shaped, longer, narrower and pointier teeth might not be an appropriate look for you! Your dentist can choose teeth shapes to compliment your facial shape, enhancing your natural beauty.

Five things you need to consider when deciding on cosmetic dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry can help to improve the appearance of your smile and even have a positive impact on your dental health but here are five other factors you need to consider when choosing a smile makeover.

  • Time
  • Convenience
  • Cost
  • Maintenance
  • Long-term

Smile makeovers requiring complex treatments can take a longer amount of time. It is important to think about how long you’re prepared to spend improving your smile and if you have a special event coming up, to speak to your dentist about timescales.

What cosmetic dental treatments are available at Ironwood Dental?

get a whiter, brighter smile with teeth whitening

Teeth whitening is perhaps the first treatment we think of when it comes to cosmetic dentistry. You can brighten and restore your smile simply and effectively in-chair treatment take-home whitening options in Richmond. Your skilled cosmetic dentist will talk you through the results you would like to achieve and whether it will be effective for your smile.

replace missing teeth with dental implants

Teeth whitening is perhaps the first treatment we think of when it comes to cosmetic dentistry. You can brighten and restore your smile simply and effectively in-chair treatment take-home whitening options in Richmond. Your skilled cosmetic dentist will talk you through the results you would like to achieve and whether it will be effective for your smile.

repair your teeth with cosmetic bonding

If you have teeth that have lost some of their length or have chipped or cracked, cosmetic bonding can be used to repair your teeth and rebuild any areas of wear. This can be a simple and effective way to quickly restore your smile.

dental restorations - porcelain crowns and bridges

Porcelain crowns and bridges can be used, depending on the extent of the damage and the health of the tooth, to repair damaged teeth. Specially designed prosthetics can be made and fitted for a totally natural looking smile.

restore your smile with porcelain veneers

If you have lots of discolouration or chipped and cracked teeth, dental veneers are a great alternative to teeth whitening to restore your smile. We place thin porcelain veneers on the front of your teeth to restore your white, bright smile and can also address dental concerns over the size and shape of your teeth. Depending on your existing smile and what you would like to see we may be able to place veneers with zero or minimal tooth removal.

replace old fillings with tooth coloured fillings

Amalgam fillings can be replaced with tooth coloured fillings to give a totally natural aesthetic whilst providing effective protection and functionality for the tooth.

Cosmetic Dentistry - Get Answers to your Questions

Can I get a smile like a celebrity?

It’s easy to see celebrity smiles and feel like you could never achieve a smile like that, especially if you have fallen out of love with your own smile. We work with you to achieve the smile you would like to have - we take elements of the celebrity smiles that you love but use Digital Smile Design to create the perfect smile for your unique features, achieving the smile restoration you truly desire.

Whitening vs veneers: Which is best?

The answer is simple - it depends on your unique smile and dental concerns. Teeth whitening, whether done in-chair or at-home, is ideal for teeth with discolouration due to common staining. If the discolouration of your smile is because of chipped or cracked teeth, porcelain veneers may be a more effective option for your whiter smile.

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References

*Dynamic properties of successful smiles
Nathaniel E. Helwig, PLOS ONE
https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0179708

** Can a new smile make you look more
intelligent and successful?
Beall, A. Dent Clin North Am. 2007
Apr;51(2):289-97
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17532913