It is known that self-confidence is one of the biggest factors of attraction. A radiant and self-confident person feels free and relaxed in communication with others, does not hide his smile and emotions. Not only teeth are important, but overall smile aesthetics. A smile should be harmonious, one that fits the human face and makes it brighter and more attractive, not the other way around. It is teeth that are a very important part of a smile. If you have not succeeded in your own put your smile in order in advance, then approaching important events can be a good motivation not to procrastinate.

LĪGAVĀM in cooperation with dentistry Dental Art summarized the most important things you need to know about dental aesthetics - what affects it and how make your smile dazzling for healthy self-confidence. Advised by dentist Baiba Nikiforova of clinic Dental Art .

Why is it important to think about restoring the aesthetics of front teeth?

You will agree that when you see a nice person who smiles, a missing front tooth or large black cavities appear defects, it creates disharmony in the face. A healthy smile gives a person self-confidence. It is very significant socialization factor - a person is not confused, can communicate freely, can participate fully in the conversation without covering up mouth, a person should not focus on his appearance, but on the content.

Very often people choose to improve their smile aesthetics just before big and important life events, for example, weddings, big anniversaries, starting a new job or performing in front of an audience.

these are great stimulants, especially for men.

The main reasons why teeth become aesthetically unattractive?

Reasons for loss of dental aesthetics may be both acquired and hereditary. Orthodontic is the most common congenital cause problems, crowding of teeth or vice versa - large gaps between them, wrong bite and others.

Most often, people go to the dentist directly for acquired reasons. These are carious teeth, missing teeth, poor quality tooth restoration, erosion, also teeth that have lost their volume - both physiologically worn (with age) and pathological, such as bruxism, or teeth grinding, which is a common problem today. It manifests itself most often at night, in situations of stress and anxiety or during heavy physical exertion. It is also affected by the use of medication, such as antidepressants. Also excessive use of alcohol and caffeine, and smoking.

Pathological tooth wear can also occur as a result of external mechanical friction, for example, improper brushing. Can the formation of wedge-shaped defects, exposed tooth necks, which make the teeth sensitive.

Tooth sensitivity can also be caused by tooth erosion, which can occur as a result of diet, consuming food or drinks with high acid content. For example, drinking carbonated drinks, lemon water, taking various medications. Tooth erosion other health problems can also occur, such as acid reflux.

Tooth discoloration or yellowing usually occurs as a result of hygiene and dietary habits. The most common reasons for this are consumption of coffee, tea, red wine, smoking and other habits.

How to restore the aesthetics of front teeth?

The aesthetic solutions of the front teeth depend on the initial situation of the existing teeth.

If the teeth are straight, healthy, have not lost their volume (no bruxism), but the color of the teeth is not satisfactory, then the solution may be bleaching .

If the teeth have a small defect, small carious defects, erosions, a broken corner of the tooth, or a diastema (gap between incisors), then restorations with composite sealing material are an excellent solution.

One of the solutions may be bonding when a composite material is added to the existing tooth and composite coating. It is one of the most sparing methods of tooth tissue improvement, if desired slightly change the shape, proportion, color of the tooth. It is important to understand the properties of the material used and, if necessary, repeat visits to the dentist once a year to polish it and refresh its shine. Ceramics is an excellent aesthetic dental material that does not change its luster and color, therefore does not require additional visits to the dentist to would polish.

Veneers or porcelain plates are currently the highest standard of aesthetics. For them has very limited indications. They can be used for healthy or very little filled teeth. If the teeth are already present many fillings, lifeless, changed their color after treatment, then crowns will be the most suitable choice.

If the teeth are healthy but crooked, then orthodontic treatment should be performed to align the rows of teeth, stabilized bite. After this treatment, it can be evaluated whether the aesthetics still need to be improved.

In the case of physiological or pathological tooth wear resulting in loss of bite height, a full mouth rehabilitation with bite lift, which also includes restoring the aesthetics of the front teeth . If the bite height the reason for the loss is bruxism , then for the patient to preserve and maintain the function of the new teeth and aesthetics, you will have to use night tombs.

Where to improve dental aesthetics?

In order to find out which methods of improving the aesthetics of front teeth will be the most suitable, it is always necessary to consult with a professional dentist experienced in improving dental aesthetics. Dentistry Dental Art work in their own fields professionals who will carry out an investigation, determine the reasons for the loss of dental aesthetics and recommend the best solutions to your smile would also be dazzling and you would feel wonderful every day.

Authors of the article: BAIBA NIKIFOROVA, ELISA RUZŽITE

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