2 CELEBRITIES WHO IMPROVED THEIR SMILES AND YOU CAN, TOO
We like to think Stefani may have chosen Invisalign if she were to try teeth straightening today, but she isn’t the first person to decline dental work because of the cost. Unfortunately, delaying treatment can have big consequences. Prevention and fast treatment are key to limiting damage and cost in dentistry! Today, you have payment options, too. (Just ask us!) Teen heartthrob secretly improves his smile. If you grew up in the 1980s, there’s a good chance your walls were lined with posters — and Tom Cruise just may have been among them! Known then for his roles in “The Outsiders” and “Top Gun,” Cruise’s smile wasn’t always perfectly white and aligned. Cruise has never publicly admitted it, but he chose fixed braces with clear aligners to straighten his smile. Dental experts speculate he may have also used veneers, but the unmistakable front tooth in the middle of his smile may indicate he needs more work. Regardless, the work done since then has greatly improved the look and function of Cruise’s teeth. He also proves that cosmetic dentistry doesn’t have to be obvious to everyone you meet. We can discreetly help you create the smile that will increase your confidence without interfering in your everyday life. Ready for your own smile upgrade? Schedule a consultation with us today.
Celebrities are often lauded for their talent and looks, so it’s hard to believe there was ever a time when they didn’t look picture perfect. But you can see a real difference if you look at early photos of the following celebrities, whose teeth are now whiter and straighter. Pop idol makes braces a fashion statement. Since the mid-1990s, Gwen Stefani’s edgy voice has made her a powerhouse of ballads and punk songs, and in 1999, Stefani made braces part of her signature look — complete with hot pink hair. Ultimately, Stefani says she chose to get the braces because she could never afford them growing up. When her band, No Doubt, became more popular, she made the choice to improve her smile. She’s been rocking a straight set of pearly whites ever since.
THE ONE HABIT DENTISTS REALLY HATE
WHY YOU SHOULD NEVER USE YOUR TEETH AS TOOLS What’s the first thing you do when you’re
or hard plastic and you apply force, you risk cracking or chipping your teeth. On top of that, the metal or plastic may accidentally cut your gums or cheeks, which can then lead to infections. With repeated use as tools, your teeth can become weakened and eventually crack or chip, causing you pain.
unable to open plastic packaging with your hands? If you’re like many people, you skip the scissors and go straight for your teeth. Our teeth are wonderful tools — for chewing food. However, it’s not uncommon for people to use their
Using Teeth to Hold Other Objects Holding objects in your teeth can be just as
teeth as multipurpose tools when they’re not designed as such things. Here are two habits that any
detrimental to their health as opening packaging. In fact, holding heavy objects can seriously weaken your teeth. Even lighter objects, like pens, can be just as troublesome — if this becomes a habit — eventually wearing down the surface of your teeth. Although many people do these things without even thinking about it, these habits can lead to sensitivity and pain. Our teeth were made to tear and chew food and nothing else. Using teeth as multipurpose tools can be tempting — especially if you don’t have the right tool nearby — but this can be costly. Damaged teeth may require fillings, crowns, veneers, or dental implants, depending on the severity of damage. It’s better to take care of your teeth now and use them as they were meant to be used rather than having to pay to fix damages later.
dentist will tell you to break when it comes to using your teeth inappropriately.
Using Teeth to Open Packaging Whether it’s a bottle, a plastic container, or a bag of chips, this
action of “opening” or “tearing” with your teeth can do serious damage. When your teeth come into contact with metal
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