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Thursday, July 17, 2008
The Science of a Smile
Here is some interesting science behind what makes a beautiful smile.
There are guidelines that most dentist use to evaluate and design smiles.
Tooth Display: The mouth at rest or in general conversation will display about 2-4mm of tooth. As a patient ages the tooth display becomes less because the lip looses some of it's mobility.
Gum Display: When someone smiles you should only display the gum between the teeth. The gums above the teeth are typically not seen and if they are it is generally regarded as a gummy smile. There are surgical procedures to correct this appearance. Some doctors have the training to administer Botox so that the upper lip is not as hyper mobile and this loss of muscle contraction helps hide a gummy smile.
White and Bright: White bright smiles are a sign of youth and beauty. As we age our teeth naturally become duller with increasing colors of yellow, brown and grey. Many patients will whiten their teeth with in office procedures such as Zoom and other patients try at home products such as Crest White Strips. Both have their pros and cons but the bottom line is that whiter brighter teeth make you look younger.
Proportions: Teeth have a height and width ratio. Short, squat teeth look square. Long narrow teeth look skinny. The shapes of teeth can be altered with porcelain veneers. The results can be predicted by computer modeling or a mock-up in the patients mouth or on plaster (stone) models.
Arch form: Crooked teeth are difficult to clean and look bad. There are many options such as traditional braces or Invisilign. In any event, get your crooked teeth fixed for two main reasons: The are easier to maintain and they will make your smile look great.
Conclusion: Your smile defines the initial introduction when meeting someone for the very first time. Make a good first and lasting impression: Smile with a bright beautiful white smile. It is welcoming and will send a friendly warm aura.
posted by Cathy at 6:48 PM
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Is it true that by simply brushing twice a day will eliminate the need for gum disease treatment?
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