{"id":49,"date":"2021-04-22T17:14:00","date_gmt":"2021-04-22T17:14:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bricedental.com\/blog\/?p=49"},"modified":"2021-05-11T17:15:01","modified_gmt":"2021-05-11T17:15:01","slug":"traits-of-a-beautiful-smile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bricedental.com\/blog\/traits-of-a-beautiful-smile\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Traits of a Beautiful Smile (&amp; How to Perfect Yours!)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bricedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Closeup_of_woman_with_white_teeth_and_balanced_smile__.jpg\" alt=\"Closeup of woman with white teeth and balanced smile\" class=\"wp-image-50\" width=\"296\" height=\"196\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bricedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Closeup_of_woman_with_white_teeth_and_balanced_smile__.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.bricedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Closeup_of_woman_with_white_teeth_and_balanced_smile__-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bricedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Closeup_of_woman_with_white_teeth_and_balanced_smile__-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 296px) 100vw, 296px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the Academy of General Dentistry, your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. In fact, study after study has shown that those with beautiful smiles are viewed as healthy, successful, and trustworthy. But what exactly makes a smile \u201cperfect\u201d? Keep reading to learn four features that research has deemed makes up an attractive smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4 Traits of a Beautiful Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s true that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but these are some attributes that everyone seems to agree make up a gorgeous grin:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Tooth color<\/strong> \u2013 With over 80% of Americans wishing their smile was whiter, it\u2019s no surprise that stained, discolored teeth are one of the first cosmetic dental flaws on the list.<\/li><li><strong>Spacing <\/strong>\u2013 Gapped, spaced-out, and crooked teeth are just a few orthodontic issues that can take a toll on the function and appearance of your smile.<\/li><li><strong>Gum display <\/strong>\u2013 Excessive gum tissue leads to a \u201cgummy\u201d smile, which can cause your teeth to look too short and your smile to look unbalanced.<\/li><li><strong>Gum color<\/strong> \u2013 Red, inflamed, swollen gums signal an infection or disease, negatively impacting your smile even if you do have white teeth.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4 Popular Cosmetic Treatments to Perfect Your Grin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your teeth are discolored, you struggle with excessive gum tissue, or something in between, it is important to know that there is a solution: cosmetic dentistry. Thanks to advancements in the dental field (and technology in general), smile-enhancing services are safer and more effective than ever before. Some of the most popular treatments are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Veneers<\/li><li>Metal-free restorations<\/li><li>Invisalign<\/li><li>Teeth whitening<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Your Cosmetic Dentist Can Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With so many treatments to choose from, it can be difficult to know which one is right for you. That\u2019s where your cosmetic dentist comes in! After assessing your dental needs and learning more about your smile goals, they can share their recommendations and help you make an informed decision on which smile-transforming procedure is right for you. From there, they can create a custom treatment plan and guide you through the next steps to making your smile goals a reality!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. If you are unhappy with yours, then get in touch with your cosmetic dentist today! After scheduling your initial consultation, you\u2019ll be that much closer to having your dream smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A Texas native, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bricedental.com\/meet-your-dentist.html\">Dr. Zachary Brice<\/a> earned his dental doctorate from the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Dental School. Now, he spends his days helping patients achieve fully functional, absolutely beautiful smiles that rival those of the stars. To stay at the forefront of his field, he is committed to completing continuing education hours and taking numerous advanced courses each year. If you are interested in straightening, brightening, and otherwise perfecting your smile, don\u2019t hesitate to visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bricedental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or give him a call at <strong>210-680-3611<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>According to the Academy of General Dentistry, your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. In fact, study after study has shown that those with beautiful smiles are viewed as healthy, successful, and trustworthy. But what exactly makes a smile \u201cperfect\u201d? 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