The Future of Smiles

  Posted by: Dental Design      10th August 2021

Although it has been known for several years how unhappy many people can be with their appearances, individuals are now especially sub-conscious about their smiles. The idea of having that perfect smile has certainly become a rising concern among individuals and it is a significant factor in the number of people suddenly desperate for different cosmetic dental treatments that can help each patient achieve their perfect smile. 

Since the world inevitably moved online, everybody has collectively spent a lot more time gazing at themselves through their computer screens. It has also become more common for individuals to pay closer attention to their faces, due to online zoom calls being very focused on only the top half of the body. This has led people to notice certain flaws in their appearance, that may have previously gone reasonably unnoticed, and people have become determined to find solutions sooner rather than later. In recent months, dental surgeries have seen a dramatic rise in the number of people expressing interest in improving their smile aesthetics and finding out more about all the possible cosmetic treatments available.

While mainly due to people wanting to become more confident in their appearance, especially as we are now slowly having more in-person contact, many individuals have also found themselves in much stronger financial positions. Given that they haven’t been able to go out and spend their money in the normal fashion, many individuals have instead decided to invest in themselves and make themselves feel good on both the outside and the inside. 

Finding out exactly why a patient feels self-conscious about their image is something that should be taken into consideration when deciding which dental treatment is the best one. For example, for a patient who just isn’t happy with their smile, but whose teeth are all perfectly healthy, anterior alignment orthodontics, or tooth whitening might be the most suitable form of treatment. On the other hand, there will be those patients that require more significant or faster transformations who may greatly benefit from other forms of treatment, such as veneers. The possibility of comprehensive treatment that combines several modalities should also be considered, especially where this would support a minimally invasive approach.

Cosmetic dentistry is now widely available to patients. With the majority of GDP’s able to offer an extensive range of procedures, there will likely be plenty of options that patients will be very interested in. From composite bonding, white fillings and tooth whitening, to veneers, periodontal surgery and complete smile makeovers, each treatment caters to varying clinical demands and offers something different which could impact how patients will look and feel about themselves.   

For the more advanced treatment solutions, referral to a specialist practice may be required. For example, consider a patient who has previously experienced periodontal disease and, having successfully treated that, is now left with receded gums and a gummy smile. Periodontal plastic surgery could be just what they need to restore adequate gingival volume and improve the shape of the teeth for a more aesthetic smile. There is a variety of techniques available to achieve his, but they require advanced training and experience to deliver successfully. When the GDP has not yet undertaken such training or they choose to focus on another field of dentistry, a referral practice can provide an extension to the team and perform the work indicated.

Providers such as Ten Dental+Facial are there for patients when they do need to be referred. With a team of highly skilled individuals who have completed further training in various areas of dentistry, Ten Dental+Facial can offer patients a vast range of specialist and advanced treatments, all tailored to the exact needs of each individual patient. No matter if just one stage of treatment is necessary, or if a patient requires several procedures to complete their treatment, Ten Dental+Facial is there to support both patients and GDPs in making sure that when the appropriate treatment is completed, every patient leaves with the smile of their dreams. 

Given that what a lot of patients are currently looking for is treatments that will help them feel good by looking better, there is a substantial opportunity to meet patient demands with cosmetic dental solutions. While making sure that the health of a patient’s teeth is the most important thing, it is also vital to remember how much individuals value the appearance of their smile – and what a difference this can make to their quality of life.

For more information visit www.tendental.com, email referrals@tendental.com or call on 020 8675 1798