As Julia Andrews’ character Maria knew all too well in The Sound of Music, confidence can make a huge difference when undertaking a new endeavor. From a new job to a new relationship, confidence is the difference between a rocky start and smooth sailing. The ability to ooze confidence depends on lots of little things, with one in particular standing out above the rest: the smile. A winsome smile conveys self-assurance. But for those with teeth that are less than ideal, a confident smile can seem near impossible.

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2. As Julia Andrews’ character Maria knew all too well in The Sound of Music, confidence can make a huge
difference when undertaking a new endeavour. From a new job to a new relationship, confidence is the
difference between a rocky start and smooth sailing. The ability to ooze confidence depends on lots of
little things, with one in particular standing out above the rest: the smile. A winsome smile conveys self-
assurance. But for those with teeth that are less than ideal, a confident smile can seem near impossible.

3. Cosmetic dentistry is all about giving patients confident smiles through the skilled application of one or
several cosmetic dental procedures. Here are a few dental imperfections that cosmetic dentistry can
resolve:
Discoloured or stained teeth
Years of drinking tea, coffee and red wine, as well as eating pasta with tomato sauce, curries and other
highly pigmented foods takes its toll on teeth. The pigments seep into pores within the enamel creating
stains. Smoking and certain medications can also discolour the teeth. The solution lies in professional
teeth whitening, the most popular cosmetic dentistry treatment. This uses a whitening gel containing
hydrogen peroxide, which lifts off surface stains. Teeth whitening should only ever be used under the
guidance of a dental professional to ensure oral tissues are not adversely affected by the bleaching agent.

4. Chipped, cracked or misshapen teeth
Accident, injury or simply genetics can leave patients wanting to alter the shape or size of their teeth.
Veneers, thin porcelain sheaths that are attached to the fronts of the teeth, are an ideal solution. They can
also be used to disguise stained or discoloured teeth that teeth whitening cannot resolve.
Crooked, crowded or spaced out teeth
With cosmetic dentistry offering an array of discreet braces options for adults today, there is no longer a
reason to put up with wonky teeth. Invisible braces offer adults the chance to straighten their teeth
without sporting unsightly fixed metal braces. Straighter teeth not only look better but are easier to keep
clean.
And there’s more to explore with cosmetic dentistry
For more options available under cosmetic dentistry, patients can book a consultation with a cosmetic
dentist and find out what will work best for them.

5. Sources:
https://www.edinburghdentist.com/cosmetic-dentistry.html
https://www.dentalhealth.org/cosmetic-treatment
https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/teeth-whitening-and-bleaching
http://www.onesmileoralcare.co.uk/dental-treatments/braces-and-early-orthodontics/
https://www.bos.org.uk/Public-Patients/Orthodontics-for-Children-Teens
https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/guide/crooked-teeth-misaligned-bites#1