Laughter and smiling not only make you appear approachable and friendly to others, but they also release happy hormones (endorphins) in the brain.

These are just two of the myriad reasons why you should try to smile more, both for your physical health and emotional well-being.

If you are looking for effective ways to improve your smile, you should definitely continue reading for five of the best.

Veneers

These days, there are numerous dental procedures (varying in cost and intrusion) that can veritably transform your entire smile and bring you a heightened level of self-esteem and self-confidence, and one of these is veneers.

Veneers are custom-made covers for the front of your teeth made from the same coloured materials as your natural teeth and formed into a rounded shell perfectly fitting the shape of your mouth.

It would be worth pointing out that, unlike some of the other dental procedures mentioned in this article, a small amount of enamel is removed on each tooth to enable the veneers to take hold.

Teeth Whitening

If you are interested in teeth whitening, be sure to contact northwickmanordental.co.uk to find out more about how much it costs, the primary advantages of tooth whitening and, of course, to have any questions you may have answered by professionals.

Should you alternatively decide to try one of the shop-bought home whitening treatment kits, make sure you choose a product affiliated with the ADA Seal of Acceptance and speak with your dentist beforehand.

Braces

Contrary to popular belief, braces are not just for younger children and teenagers, and in reality, more and more adults are opting to have braces fitted to their teeth to straighten each tooth.

These days, there is not only one option of a thicker, metallic brace. Now, you can choose from invisible braces, otherwise referred to as removable aligners, or plastic brackets fitted further back in the mouth.

Crowns

If you are now proudly an ex-smoker yet are still suffering from the ill effects of smoking on your teeth, mouth and gums, such as nicotine stains on the surface or yellow roots near the gums, then aside from tooth whitening, you may alternatively consider crowns.

There are a number of standout benefits to having crowns fitted on one or more of your teeth, including:

• Protection from decay and general erosion
• An enhanced appearance of your mouth in general
• Long-lasting and impressive results
• A way to treat decayed, worn or broken teeth

Bonding

The fifth and final effective way to enhance your smile and, therefore, your confidence levels is to look into tooth bonding.

Bonding is especially effective for those who have one or more chipped teeth or a gap between their two front teeth that they want to close or for those who are dissatisfied with the colour of their teeth.

Bonding involves the application of a composite resin made from a tooth-coloured material onto the surface of each tooth.

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