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Dentistry is in Demand
 An
improved smile is likely to boost self-image, making a person more
confident in their daily life. A survey by the American Academy
of Cosmetic Dentistry revealed that 92 percent of adult respondents
think that an attractive smile is an important social asset – and
74 percent believe that an unattractive smile can hurt the chances
for career success.
These
findings simply underscore the fact that improving one's smile is
not just for movie stars and high-profile individuals anymore, thanks
to the quality advancements in lower cost procedures.
And indeed,
many improvements can be achieved without the need for unsightly,
uncomfortable, and time-consuming metal braces, according to LVI
Global, one of the world's foremost schools for advanced dental
studies. Today, cosmetic dentistry is often a dream-come-true for
people with:
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Gaps between their teeth
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Chipped, broken or worn teeth
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Missing teeth or a missing tooth
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Old metal fillings
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Discolored or strained teeth
Cosmetic
dentists can correct these problems and improve a person's overall
appearance through a variety of techniques, including veneers, crowns,
bridges and tooth whitening.
As the popularity of cosmetic dentistry continues to surge, the numbers speak for themselves. According the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. more than 5,000 dentists surveyed report a significant 10% increase in cosmetic dentistry including bonding, crown and bridge work, and veneers as the most in-demand procedures.
And while these may seem to offer primarily
esthetic value, cosmetic dentistry, according to LVI Global, is
known to produce many emotional and health benefits too. Once the
smile is improved, the recipient tends to be much more attentive
to better oral health.
source:
News Canada
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