More people are recognising that a great smile is not just a matter of vanity— it’s a matter of confidence and professional pride. When you are confident that your smile is white and straight, it’s easier to smile at new clients, laugh at your boss’s jokes, speak to a crowd at a charity event, or flash a grin at a potential date. Find out which technologies are the hottest trends for today’s smile makeovers.
1. Teeth Whitening
Bleaching or whitening your teeth is a quick way to upgrade your smile. It’s also affordable compared to other aesthetic treatments, so more people opt for whitening if they feel that their smile needs help. There are home-whitening kits available at a reasonable cost; and for those who feel like spending more for longer-lasting results, there is the “power-bleaching” option that takes place in the dentist’s chair. This type of whitening includes spreading a gel on the teeth and then activating the bleaching agent using a special light.
2. Veneers
Porcelain veneers or Emax veneers are another fairly quick way to achieve a brand-new smile. The porcelain veneers require some reshaping of the original teeth, so they are permanent; but the Emax veneers are so thin that they can slip over your natural teeth with scarcely any reshaping at all. Porcelain veneers are cost-effective and produce a beautiful, durable smile; and Emax veneers are pricey, but even more durable. Both options can be customised to mimic the shape of your teeth, and you can choose the level of whiteness you want.
3. Invisalign
Gone are the days of clunky metal brackets and metal wires! Instead of traditional braces, today’s patients use Invisalign. These clear aligners fit tightly over the teeth and gradually move them into new positions. Once the teeth are in the right spot, another aligner is made and the teeth are gently moved further, until the perfect smile is achieved. Since Invisalign trays are removable, it’s much easier to keep teeth clean and participate in music or sports. Plus, the trays are practically invisible, so you can still show your smile throughout the process.
4. Laser Gum Reshaping
Using a special laser, a trained aesthetic dentist can actually reshape your gums to achieve a look that is more flattering. If your gums cover too much of your teeth or bulge out in lumps in some areas, gum reshaping technology can make everything look neat and symmetrical as it should be. You’ll need a trained cosmetic dentist or gum specialist for this procedure.
5. Dental Implants
Thanks to 3D printing technology, making a realistic-looking artificial tooth is easier than ever. Your dentist can have a 3D tooth made for you that looks exactly like your original, natural tooth, right down to the shape, size, and colour. The materials used today are so durable and hardy that you can chew, bite, brush, and floss just as you would with a normal tooth. Dental researchers are currently working on developing antimicrobial artificial teeth than can handle the bacteria in the mouth even better than current models.
A Word of Caution
When you pursue any of these aesthetic dental treatments in Singapore, make sure that you are using a licensed, registered specialist who has been through the required training with the Aesthetics and Digital Dentistry Academy or a comparable training group. Trying to save money by selecting an unregistered practitioner can be very dangerous to your health. Preserve the health of your teeth and use a respected, registered dental clinic to perform your smile makeover.
