I’ve heard of some new cosmetic techniques that can improve smiles. Are they appropriate for older adults?
Older adults can benefit from many of the options available today for improving the look of their smile.
One day I went to Trader Joe’s and was shopping for some food. I found two ladies who were talking and smiling while they walked around the store. One of them had such a nice looking beautiful smile. Her brightly white teeth were harmonized very well with her silver hair and the wrinkles on her face. I admired her beauty and thought how many older people know about the endless dental possibilities of a bright beautiful smile?
When we age, the muscles around our lips lose elasticity and drop the corners of the mouth down and do not allow the upper front teeth to show when speaking. Teeth become shorten due to the wearing of the enamel due to aging that can make most give up on smiling. Your dentist can describe and discuss with you the range of treatments that would be right for you. Part of becoming older is part of the acceptance of aging and the development of realistic expectations for our appearance. In that context, dental treatment for older adults can be a healthy and adaptive way of maintaining dental health and an emotional well being. Our teeth and mouth play a critical role in the psychological development and well being throughout our lives. Modern dentistry has expanded esthetic options for people of all ages. Coupled with good oral hygiene and regular dental visits, cosmetic techniques can help improve the appearance of everyone’s smile.
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