{"id":145,"date":"2019-05-21T14:50:10","date_gmt":"2019-05-21T14:50:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/blog\/?p=145"},"modified":"2019-05-21T14:50:10","modified_gmt":"2019-05-21T14:50:10","slug":"4-ways-your-cosmetic-dentist-can-enhance-your-smile-and-confidence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/blog\/4-ways-your-cosmetic-dentist-can-enhance-your-smile-and-confidence\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Ways Your Cosmetic Dentist Can Enhance Your Smile and Confidence"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/AdobeStock_224869542__1558450058_70891.jpg\" alt=\"Smiling man with white smile\" class=\"wp-image-147\" width=\"299\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/AdobeStock_224869542__1558450058_70891.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/AdobeStock_224869542__1558450058_70891-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/AdobeStock_224869542__1558450058_70891-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 299px) 100vw, 299px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A smile can make all the difference, whether it\u2019s on a date\nor at the office. A tight-lipped grin can come across as insincere, whereas a\nfull display of pearly-whites can have a powerful impact when meeting people\nfor the first time. But maybe you\u2019re self-conscious about your teeth; perhaps\nyou\u2019re worried about crookedness or visible stains that could make a strong\nimpression in all the wrong ways. Fortunately, the appearance of your teeth is\nsomething that can be improved, along with your self-confidence. Here are four ways\na trip to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">cosmetic\ndentist<\/a> could give you more reasons to smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enhance Your Appearance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you get older, you may notice your teeth start to become\nmore yellow. Looking older than you feel can take a toll on your self-image,\nand other imperfections can make you feel less sure of yourself. Professional\nteeth whitening is one of the most common ways to reduce signs of aging, and a\nyounger look can lead to improved confidence. When you feel good about how you\nlook, it has a positive effect on the way you carry yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Improve Your Social Life<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the American Academy of Dentistry, nearly half\nof adults think that a person\u2019s smile is their most memorable feature during a\nfirst meeting. When you\u2019re no longer worried about showing your teeth, it\u2019s\neasier to smile and speak freely; not only is it a great way to make a first\nimpression, it can also lead the people around you to react more positively to\nyour more outgoing attitude, which in turn can make you feel even more\nself-confident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;Benefit Your Career<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A friendly smile can set the tone for a job interview, helping\nyou come across as genuine and trustworthy. The friendlier you seem, the easier\nit is to build career connections, whether it\u2019s with future employers or\npotential clients. &nbsp;Plus, a confident\ngrin can be a big help for your career; after all, leaders need to seem sure of\nthemselves!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Increase Your Health and Happiness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Smiling can have a positive effect on your health; it\nreleases endorphins in your brain, which help reduce stress and can make you\nfeel happy. When you\u2019re less self-conscious about your teeth, you\u2019ll be\ninclined to smile more often, which can lead to having a much more positive\nattitude in general. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many ways your dentist in Scottsdale can improve\nthe appearance of your teeth, whether it\u2019s through professional whitening,\nclear braces to straighten your teeth, or even natural-looking porcelain\nveneers that can correct multiple flaws at once. Think about what you would\nlike out of a cosmetic dentistry visit; it could be the key to a more confident\nyou.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;About the Author<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Nicholas Brong has been in the dental field for seven\nyears and offers superior dental care for his patients. He offers a number of cosmetic\ndental services such as whitening and veneers in addition to preventive and\nrestorative dental care services such as tooth extractions. He makes a point of\nlistening to patients and treating their unique needs. For questions on\ncosmetic dental services at his practice, Zumbro Family Dental, visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call\n(507) 288-1066.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A smile can make all the difference, whether it\u2019s on a date or at the office. 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