When you want to feel good about your appearance, you probably treat yourself to a new haircut, new clothes or join the gym. In fact, one of the most powerful, transformative and lasting improvements you could make is to change your smile.

One study in February 2013 found that 48% of us think a person’s smile is their most important and memorable feature. When meeting someone new, 45% of women look at a smile first and 58% of men notice a smile before any other feature. Multiple studies would also suggest that having a healthy, attractive smile can give you an advantage at work, socially and financially.

Although no-one knows who originally said it, “A smile is the prettiest thing you can wear” is one of those enduring quotes that does a good job of summing up how important a smile is when it comes to looking good. Our cosmetic dentistry services in Kendal, Lancaster are designed to give you a smile that makes you feel amazing.

Cosmetic dentistry in Lancaster includes dental treatments such as teeth whitening, teeth straightening, dental implants, veneers, cosmetic bridges, crowns and white fillings. These services are all designed to give your teeth a better appearance, as well as restoring their function.

In most cases, cosmetic dentistry can only be accessed via a private dentist, rather than through the NHS. This is because the NHS, with its limited budgets, focuses on function rather than aesthetics.

We believe both are equally important.

For a smile to look its most healthy and attractive, the teeth need to be straight, clean and balanced in shape and size – if not entirely, as much as possible. Cosmetic dentistry is about making the most of your natural teeth to create the smile of your dreams.

Improving the appearance and function of your teeth can help protect you from gum disease, tooth decay, and array of related health problems, such as stroke, heart disease, diabetes, cancer, premature labour and much more. Even just being confident about having fresh breath can be a great self-esteem booster.

One of the greatest benefits of having a gorgeous smile is that it makes you feel confident about how you look. In turn, it’s easier to smile at people, to enjoy social situations, shine in job interviews, laugh with your kids, take centre stage in photographs and make a great first impression.

Contact our Lancaster dentists

If there’s anything about your smile that you would love to change or you fancy giving your appearance a lasting transformation that you’ll still enjoy years after this season’s wardrobe has gone out of fashion, give us a call at Viva Dental practice based in Lancaster on 01524 735 431 to talk about cosmetic dentistry in Kendal, Lancaster and what we can do for you within your available budget.