The holidays are here and if you have been
neglecting your teeth and gums, there has never been a better time to schedule
an appointment for a checkup with your dentist.
During the festive season most people have
their hands full with planning, shopping and entertaining, and if your smile is
less than bright, you may want to consider tooth whitening.
Your pearly whites are the first thing people
notice when they see you and if you greet folks with a closed mouth smile, see your dentist today.
Of course, you can purchase over the counter
tooth whitening products such as toothpastes, gels, mouthwashes and whitening
strips, but most will not get your teeth white before Christmas and New Year.
Your dentist has tooth whitening products that can get your teeth white and
bright just in time to show them off at your next holiday party.
According to Web MD, tooth whitening is the
most popular cosmetic dental procedure in the world with people spending
billions of dollars each year for a whiter, brighter smile.
Teeth that are stained can benefit from tooth
whitening, but if you have dental restorations such as tooth colored fillings,
stains from root canals, crowns or bridges, tooth whitening products will not
work.
If you do have dental restorations, talk to
your dentist about dental bonding with CEREC. This quick cosmetic dental procedure can
repair chips and cracks and even fill in that gap between your front teeth.
Dental bonding is a less expensive
alternative to veneers and looks just like your natural teeth. Dental bonding
will not be as strong as porcelain veneers, but if you want a quick fix to
repair previous dental restoration procedures, dental bonding could be the
answer.
When it comes to a
beautiful smile for the holidays, schedule an appointment with your dentist who
can help you come up with a plan to turn your frown upside down.
