When you’re taking a selfie or sitting for a professional portrait, chances are you smile for most of them. Unless, of course, your teeth don’t look very good. Then, you’re probably making every expression possible to conceal what lurks in your mouth. You don’t have to live this way. A good smile is subjective, but a perfect smile is undeniable, and a perfect smile makes nearly every picture better.
Dr. Michael J. Wei, Midtown Manhattan general and cosmetic dentist, has been awarded the title of Top General and Cosmetic Dentist by the Top Doctor Awards. This recognition celebrates the achievements of today’s most influential and respected practitioners in dentistry and medicine. Dr. Wei is honored and privileged to be counted among such an esteemed grouping.
It’s safe to say that some celebs become celebs because they have good teeth. Their head shots look better. They’re more kissable. They’re more bankable. Charm shines through the screen when it’s accompanied by nice teeth, whether on a man or woman. Now, let’s talk about Keanu Reeves. He’s back in the spotlight with the latest John Wick movie and his turn voicing a character in Toy Story 4. Have his teeth served him well through his long career? Or could they use a smile makeover?
Independence Day is an excellent time of year to shake things up and pursue some self-improvements. If you change your smile with cosmetic dentistry, you’ll add that much-needed spark to every area of your life. Who says fireworks are only for the Fourth of July?
For New Yorkers, life never stops, but occasionally you seek downtime or relaxation amid the chaos you love. Some people, however, fully inhabit their stress, not because of the work they do or the obligations they have, but because of their constant worry about how they look. Specifically, they worry about how their teeth look. You can find calm within the noise with a customized smile makeover.
The oldest millennials are just shy of 40 years old. With age does not always come wisdom, however. According to a recent study of 2,000 Americans, 3 in 10 millennials only brush their teeth once a day. The average millennial surveyed sometimes goes more than two days without brushing at least once. Gross? Absolutely. Dangerous? Without a doubt. If these trends continue, serious smile makeovers and even full-mouth reconstruction are in millennials’ futures.
You feel like your teeth are falling apart. Your old fillings are cracking, gums are receding, stains are everywhere, and your mouth just hurts. You’re embarrassed by how your teeth look and sometimes worry about what could happen when you’re biting, chewing, or speaking. When your smile is deteriorating, it’s time to find out how restorative dentistry can help.
For people who are on Broadway, off-Broadway, off-off Broadway, or making their bones in community theatre, stage work implies an authentic, in-the-moment performance. It does not mean, however, that these talents are at liberty to ignore the appearance of their teeth. The players in Tony-worthy plays and musicals still pose for photos, do press, and, if they’re lucky, get up on stage in front of a national audience to smile and accept a major award. If you act, is your smile ready for your big show?
When you reach a certain age, it’s easy to say, “Oh, I’m too old for that.” Maybe you think you’re too old to wear a belly-baring top, get piercings, or take up the bass guitar – but we like to believe that you’re never too old for anything, if you have the confidence and desire to rock it. What we absolutely know is that you’re never too old for cosmetic dentistry and a beautiful new smile.
Many Manhattanites wait for January 1 to reinvent themselves, but there are just as many people who are willing to embrace their new self any time of year. If you’re seeking a good excuse to remake yourself before the hot weather hits, find out more about a customized smile makeover from your Midtown cosmetic dentist and learn why summer is just the right time for a new smile.
At his Midtown dental practice, Dr. Michael J. Wei Wei is known for combining science and art to create beautiful teeth and natural-looking smiles. In a recent post on Perio-Implant Advisory, a professional resource for dentist and hygienists, Dr. Wei wrote about the most important elements to consider when using porcelain veneers to create a perfect smile.
Cosmetic dentistry is changing all the time. Innovative techniques are debuted and taught at professional gatherings like the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) Conference, which Dr. Michael J. Wei attended in San Diego from April 24-27, 2019. As a Midtown cosmetic dentist, Dr. Wei is dedicated to continuing education and learning about modern dental procedures and products, so he can continue to deliver advanced, stunning smile makeovers for his patients.
