Three Life-changing Benefits of a Smile Makeover

 A confident smile imparts warmth and friendliness. If dental flaws from discoloration to gaps are preventing you from making your best impression, it may be time to consider a smile makeover.

At Desert Dental in North Hollywood, CA, Brian Shahangian, DDS, and Bita Shahangian, DDS, have transformed countless smiles — and lives — with their state-of-the-art smile makeovers. 

A smile makeover is a customized combination of cosmetic and restorative dental procedures designed to improve the appearance and function of your smile.

No two smiles are alike, and neither are any two smile makeovers. Your customized plan may include any combination of the following:

• Dental implants
• Teeth whitening
• Gum contouring
• Dental veneers
• Composite bonding
• White fillings

When designing your customized smile makeover, we consider your goals, facial shape and symmetry, skin tone, hair color, and the current appearance and condition of your teeth.

If you're thinking of transforming your smile, check out the benefits our patients consider best.

1. A confidence boost

Unsightly stains, chipped teeth, and gaps between teeth can detract from your appearance and diminish self-confidence. If dental flaws are holding you back from smiling, you’re selling yourself short.

It may be surprising to learn how early the connection between a pleasing smile and self-confidence starts. According to a recent study, self-esteem was higher in adolescents who rated their smile aesthetics as equal to the dentist's rating than in those who considered their aesthetics worse.

A confident smile also impacts how others perceive us. Research shows that the positive feelings we get from a smiling person aren't just a vague impression; they are tied to a physical, neurological process where we embody the emotion we see in others.

2. Make you look younger

Over time, your teeth experience wear and tear, staining, and even misalignment. These changes can alter the way your whole face looks. Worn or uneven teeth can cause lips and cheeks to lose support, making the face appear older or tired. A dull or crooked smile can convey a sense of being less energetic than you actually are.

A smile makeover addresses these common issues, helping to restore the youthful look of your teeth and, by extension, your face.

3. Improve your social and professional interactions

Nearly 100% of adults believe a smile is an important social asset, with

96% reporting that an attractive smile makes a person more appealing to potential partners. As for your career, 74% feel an unattractive smile can hurt career advancement.

If you're ready to smile with confidence, call Desert Dental at (818) 465-5215 or use our online booking tool to schedule your smile makeover consultation today.