There are many possible ways to recapture youth, but nothing is quite as powerful as cosmetic dentistry. There are even some non-invasive treatments that deliver an incredible smile makeover to help you recapture a few lost years and give you a new lease on the rest of your life.
1. Erase Damage
Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body but it can suffer damage and leave your smile looking old. Correcting the wear and tear may take several visits to your NYC cosmetic dentist, but a customized plan to erase the unwanted and replace it with beautiful cosmetic upgrades is worth it. The result: Teeth that look better and are fully functional and long-lasting.
2. Boost Lips
If the collagen in your lips has noticeably begun to fade, veneers can bump things out a bit. The super-thin porcelain shields are customized to fit over your teeth, but they also sit a little on top too and deliver a subtle but beautiful boost to formerly flat lips.
3. Reduce Wrinkles
Porcelain veneers have magical abilities. Create a bigger, fuller smile and place veneers on your natural teeth to smooth out some fine lines around your mouth. Plus, those gorgeous teeth distract from remaining lines, so you look more youthful.
4. Whiten Teeth
Age and use inevitably make teeth look dingy or stained, so most people could use a little help. The brighter and whiter teeth are, the younger they look. The goal, of course, is to whiten realistically so the upgrade looks authentic and this can happen through teeth whitening or prepless veneers.
5. Prevent Sagging
Tooth loss is a serious problem, whether it occurs because of gum disease or an accident. Multiple missing teeth in one area are even more problematic and will eventually lead to hollow-looking cheeks and sagging skin. Replacing missing teeth with dental implants fills in these spaces and supports the jawbone so it maintains its shape.
6. Strengthen Enamel
Some people are born with thin tooth enamel. It might even look see through with a bluish or grayish tint. Eventually, teeth like this become even more worn down and worn out and are more susceptible to decay. The right cosmetic dentistry treatment strengthens enamel and makes teeth robust and ready for whatever comes their way. Many patients combine veneers and porcelain crowns which result in tough teeth and a youthful smile.
7. Replace Old Dental Work
There was a time when silver amalgam fillings were the norm for correcting cavities. That is no longer the case. This restoration is dangerous for oral health. Replacing old silver fillings with tooth-colored fillings not only makes teeth look whole and beautiful, it makes them healthy and strong so they’ll last.
8. Improve Confidence
Whatever cosmetic dentistry treatments you select to enhance your smile, your confidence and pride in your appearance will be obvious. Smiling more, speaking up, and engaging show that you believe in your self-worth and feel good about how you look. No matter your age or station in life, it is tough to find anything that transforms confidence as powerfully as a smile makeover.
Get on the road to the fountain of youth. Request a free video consult today with Dr. Michael J. Wei or schedule an in-person consultation at his Midtown office.
