As 2015 rolls in, you’re likely lining up a list of resolutions. Whether in your head or written in ink on paper to add more credibility to what you plan or hope to do in the new year, resolutions are our way of thinking about the fresh slate we’re starting with and vowing to make changes to turn the coming year into one that includes positive change. If your smile leaves something to be desired, considering a smile makeover may be high on your list of resolutions this year.
Smile Makeover Resolutions
Making over your smile can be as simple as getting your teeth whitened because you don’t like their dull and lackluster color or it can be as elaborate as an intricately planned set of dental procedures that can turn your unsightly smile into something you are proud to share with the world. The key is to think about what you don’t like about your smile, what you hope to change and then figure out how to achieve the results you desire.
Of course, for many people, it’s not as simple as wishing for a new smile to make it happen. Cosmetic dental treatments can be pricey and many are not covered by insurance. That’s why it’s important to sit down with a dentist you can trust and discuss all of your options to determine which is the best fit for you. Often you’ll find that there are options available to get you the same basic result. For example, instead of having teeth straightened through orthodontia treatment, enhanced with cosmetic bonding and then brightened with a laser tooth whitening treatment, those with a very limited budget may instead opt for a Snap-On Smile. This option allows you to have a custom-made apparatus that you can wear over your natural teeth to provide you with a beautiful smile that makes it look like you had extensive dental work performed.
While this option isn’t for everyone, it is a good option for those that desire a more attractive smile but can’t afford to undergo multiple dental or orthodontic procedures. It’s also a potentially attractive choice for those who do not want to have to wait any longer to have the smile of their dreams or who do not want to have to endure multiple procedures while sitting in the dentist’s chair. Instead, all you need is one appointment to have a mold taken of your teeth so the Snap-On Smile can be fabricated to precisely fit over your existing teeth and then a second quick appointment to ensure a proper fit.
The key to adding a smile makeover to your list of new year’s resolutions is being realistic about what you can actually make happen due to finances, time or the current state of your oral health. While we all like to dream of the transformations that we can make happen before the ball drops to ring in the next new year, thinking about all the factors that go into transforming your smile can allow you to make your smile makeover resolution something that brings you joy rather than disappointment.
From all of us at Park Dental Care, we wish you a very happy new year!
For more information about options available to help you transform your smile in the new year, contact Park Dental Care in Queens at 718-274-1515.
