{"id":31,"date":"2019-12-24T02:47:09","date_gmt":"2019-12-24T02:47:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kathylamdds.com\/blog\/?p=31"},"modified":"2020-01-24T02:49:39","modified_gmt":"2020-01-24T02:49:39","slug":"artistic-cosmetic-dentist-in-wheaton","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kathylamdds.com\/blog\/2019\/12\/24\/artistic-cosmetic-dentist-in-wheaton\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Smile Matters \u2013 Here\u2019s How You Can Improve It!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kathylamdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/man_smiling_1___1550189833_20822.jpg\" alt=\"man smiling with perfect teeth\" class=\"wp-image-32\" width=\"303\" height=\"202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kathylamdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/man_smiling_1___1550189833_20822.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.kathylamdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/man_smiling_1___1550189833_20822-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kathylamdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/man_smiling_1___1550189833_20822-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 303px) 100vw, 303px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you been led to believe that it\u2019s a superficial\nendeavor to make improvements to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kathylamdds.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">smile<\/a>? If so,\nthen nothing could be further from the truth. The reality is that caring about\nthe way you look isn\u2019t just an exercise in vanity. It\u2019s perfectly natural. So\ninstead of feeling ashamed about wanting a better-looking smile, continue\nreading to learn how a cosmetic dentist in Wheaton can help you achieve the appearance\nyou\u2019ve always wanted!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Facts Don\u2019t Lie \u2013 Your Smile is Important<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Just so you can know that it\u2019s not odd to want to improve\nyour smile, here are some statistics you should be aware of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Over 99% of the population believe that an\nattractive smile is a crucial asset.<\/li><li>Most people believe they look their best when\nthey can confidently smile for photos. <\/li><li>Nearly 75% of people surveyed believe an unattractive\nsmile can hurt a person\u2019s chances for career advancement. <\/li><li>Men with obvious smile flaws tend to make 18%\nless than those with a more aesthetically-pleasing appearance.<\/li><li>Women with more attractive smiles make, on\naverage, 11% more than their counterparts with cosmetic flaws.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The numbers don\u2019t lie. That\u2019s why, if you feel the urge to make\nsome smile improvements, your cosmetic dentist is here to help out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Some of Your Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you commit to upgrading your smile, here are some of\nthe routes available to you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Porcelain Veneers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These are thin porcelain shells that are custom designed to\nmask any stains, slight gaps, misalignment or crowding. The fixtures are placed\ndirectly over your front teeth to leave you with a stunning and youthful\nappearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Metal-Free Dental Crowns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a discolored or severely-worn tooth, an\nall-porcelain crown provides a way to restore it in a sound yet attractive manner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dental Bonding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Any chips or minor cracks in a tooth can be addressed with\nthe application of a composite resin directly to your front teeth. In just one\nvisit, you can have your smile and confidence upgraded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Teeth Whitening<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no way to hide embarrassing teeth stains. With\nprofessional teeth whitening, you don\u2019t have to worry about doing so. Whether\ndone in-office or with the use of an at-home kit, you can get phenomenal\nresults.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gum Recontouring<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A gummy smile can leave you feeling hesitant to show your\nivories. With laser-guided gum recontouring, you can achieve a more symmetrical\nfinal look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">It All Starts with a Visit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re feeling a little overwhelmed by all the options,\nthen don\u2019t fret. When you visit your cosmetic dentist, you can discuss your\nsmile desires and be examined. Then, you and the specialist can work together\nto formulate a plan of action that best suits you. When it\u2019s all said and done,\nyou\u2019ll be able to achieve the look and joyous feeling you\u2019ve been searching\nfor!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Kathy Lam earned her dental degree from Howard\nUniversity College of Dentistry. She prides herself in offering comfortable,\nprecise and 100% personalized care to meet each patient\u2019s individual needs and\ndesires. Dr. Lam creates gorgeous smiles at her private practice, and she can\nbe reached for more information through her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kathylamdds.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you been led to believe that it\u2019s a superficial endeavor to make improvements to your smile? If so, then nothing could be further from the truth. The reality is that caring about the way you look isn\u2019t just an exercise in vanity. It\u2019s perfectly natural. 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