It’s probably safe to say that the vast majority of people would like to have an attractive smile. But have you ever stopped to consider what makes a smile attractive? Over the years, several studies have been conducted to determine what qualities add up to a smile that people consider to be attractive. Here are some of the conclusions.
- Teeth without gaps: Generally speaking, wide gaps between teeth can detract from what might otherwise be an appealing smile.
- White teeth: It’s no surprise to find out that white teeth are usually considered to be more attractive that stained teeth. The increasing popularity of tooth-whitening products over the past several years is an indication that many people believe this to be true.
- Straight teeth: Although it may not impact that attractiveness of a smile as much as some other factors, straight teeth are typically thought to be more appealing than crooked teeth.
- Teeth that are not chipped or broken: Once again, it’s no surprise to find out that damaged teeth don’t contribute to the attractiveness of a person’s smile.
The good news is that your dentist can help you with each and every category listed above. If you would like to improve the attractiveness of your smile, ask your dentist what cosmetic procedures can be done to have the smile you would like to have. Cosmetic dentistry procedures can repair damaged teeth, straighten crooked teeth, whiten stained teeth, and even close gaps between teeth. An attractive smile may be much easier to get than you ever believed possible!
At Austin Dental Center we perform many cosmetic dental procedures to help patients achieve the smile they want, such as ZOOM! teeth whitening and natural looking tooth-colored fillings. Call to schedule your appointment today! (512) 454-0414
Source: http://angle.org/doi/pdf/10.2319/030508-131.1
