How to Make Your Smile Better: Easy Ways to Get a Nice Smile
A nice smile can make you happy. It can help you make friends. Did you know 47% of people see your smile first when they meet you? Let's learn how to make your smile even better!
Quick Ways to Get a Better Smile
Want to fix your smile fast? Try these:
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Whitening toothpaste - Makes teeth less yellow in just days!
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Lip care - Soft lips make teeth look better
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Stand up straight - How you hold your head can make your smile look nicer
People with white teeth are thought to make $17,000 more money each year than people with yellow teeth! That's a lot of money just for a nice smile!
How to Clean Your Teeth Right
Good teeth cleaning is the first step to a nice smile:
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Brush the right way - Hold your brush at a tiny angle (45 degrees) and make small circles for two minutes, two times every day
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Use floss every day - It gets rid of food stuck between teeth
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Clean your tongue - This helps stop bad breath
A dental handpiece used by the dentist can clean your teeth even better than your toothbrush at home. Visit our dental handpiece collection to see what tools dentists use to keep teeth clean and healthy.
Dentist Treatments for a Better Smile
If you want a really nice smile, the dentist can help:
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Professional teeth whitening - Makes teeth much whiter than at-home kits and lasts 6-12 months
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Dental bonding - Fixes chips or small gaps with special stuff that matches your teeth
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Veneers & crowns - Special covers for teeth that look very bad
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Braces - Fix crooked teeth
Did you know 60% of adults want teeth whitening first when they try to get a better smile? It's the most popular way to improve how teeth look!
Food and Drinks That Affect Your Smile
What you eat and drink can make your smile better or worse:
Foods/Drinks to Avoid |
Why They're Bad |
What to Do |
Coffee |
Makes teeth yellow |
Rinse after drinking |
Red wine |
Stains teeth |
Drink water too |
Berries |
Can color teeth |
Brush after eating |
Smoking is very bad for your smile - it makes teeth yellow and hurts your gums. If you want white teeth, don't smoke!
Eating foods with lots of calcium helps make teeth strong. Try cheese, nuts, or green leafy foods. Strong teeth means a better smile!
Keep Your Smile Nice with These Tips
To keep your smile looking good:
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See the dentist every 6 months - They clean off stuff your toothbrush misses
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Wear a mouthguard if you grind teeth - Stops teeth from getting worn down
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Practice your smile - Look in the mirror and try different smiles
Did you know smiling can help you live longer? Studies show it might add up to 7 years to your life! That's because smiling boosts your body's ability to fight sickness.
Our orthodontic supplies can help dentists fix crooked teeth to give you a perfect smile you'll be proud to show off.
How Your Gums Affect Your Smile
Healthy gums are just as important as nice teeth for a good smile:
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Pink gums = healthy gums
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Red, puffy gums = unhealthy gums
Flossing every day is the best way to keep gums healthy. If your gums don't look right, see a dentist.
For people with gummy smiles (where you see too much gum), there are special treatments that can fix this. These treatments have a 95% success rate in making the smile look more even.
The Science Behind Smiling
When you smile, 19 face muscles work together! Here's what happens when you smile:
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Your brain makes happy chemicals
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Your body feels less stress (20% less stress hormone!)
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People around you feel happier too
Having a nice smile makes you want to smile more, and smiling more makes you healthier!
Affordable Ways to Get a Better Smile
You don't need to spend a lot of money for a better smile:
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Whitening strips from the store can make teeth 2-3 shades whiter in just one week
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Baking soda paste - Mix a little with water to help clean stains
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Drink with a straw - Keeps dark drinks away from front teeth
For dentists looking to help patients get better smiles without high costs, check out our dental curing lights which are essential for affordable bonding treatments.
Questions People Ask About Improving Their Smile
"How can I make my smile better without spending much money?"
Use whitening strips, brush the right way, or make a paste with baking soda.
"Does brushing harder make teeth whiter?"
No! Brushing too hard hurts your teeth and can make them look worse. Brush gently in small circles.
"How much does smile bonding cost?"
It costs about $300-$600 for each tooth. This is when the dentist puts tooth-colored stuff on your teeth to fix small problems.
Why a Nice Smile Matters
A good smile helps you in many ways:
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Makes you look friendly
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Helps you get jobs
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Makes you feel good about yourself
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Might help you live longer!
People who got Invisalign to straighten their teeth were happy with how their smile looked 94% of the time after treatment. That shows how important a nice smile is to people!
Taking Care of Your Smile at Home
Here's what you should do every day for a nice smile:
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Brush two times for two minutes
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Floss once
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Rinse with water after eating or drinking things that stain
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Drink lots of water - Helps wash away food and drink from teeth
Having the right tools at home helps keep your smile nice between dentist visits. Dentists use special tools like intraoral cameras to see all parts of your teeth and find problems early.
Teaching Kids About Good Smiles
Kids need to learn about taking care of their smile early:
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Make brushing fun with special toothbrushes
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Show them how to brush (don't just tell them)
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Praise them for good tooth care
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Take them to the dentist regularly
When kids have good tooth habits, they grow up with nice smiles!
When to See a Dentist About Your Smile
You should see a dentist if:
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Your teeth hurt
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Your gums bleed when you brush
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You don't like how your smile looks
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It's been more than 6 months since your last visit
Regular dentist checks make sure little problems don't become big ones. This keeps your smile looking nice for a long time.
Final Thoughts on Getting a Better Smile
Your smile is one of your best features! Even small changes can make it much better. Start with one thing today - maybe try whitening toothpaste or floss your teeth.
Remember:
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A nice smile helps in your job and with friends
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Healthy teeth mean a healthy body
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Smiling more makes you happier!
For a personalized plan to improve your smile, talk to your dentist. They can tell you exactly what will work best for your teeth.
Remember: Your smile is important! Take care of it every day and it will take care of you for years to come.