{"id":7,"date":"2022-01-04T19:05:00","date_gmt":"2022-01-04T19:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.flowermoundsmiles.com\/blog\/?p=7"},"modified":"2022-02-15T19:05:58","modified_gmt":"2022-02-15T19:05:58","slug":"benefits-of-getting-a-smile-makeover","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.flowermoundsmiles.com\/blog\/benefits-of-getting-a-smile-makeover\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are the Advantages to Getting a Smile Makeover?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"228\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flowermoundsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/AdobeStock_434665780__1644951610_31346-300x228.jpg\" alt=\"Woman after smile makeover\" class=\"wp-image-9\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flowermoundsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/AdobeStock_434665780__1644951610_31346-300x228.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.flowermoundsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/AdobeStock_434665780__1644951610_31346-768x585.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flowermoundsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/AdobeStock_434665780__1644951610_31346.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While they may not necessarily dwell on it, many people are not satisfied with the appearance of their smile. Fortunately, anyone who feels this way can do something about it with the help of their dentist. A smile makeover is done through a variety of cosmetic procedures to make the changes a patient wants to reach their smile goals. This can impact your life in several ways \u2013 read on to learn more from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flowermoundsmiles.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">your dentist in Flower Mound<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"elevate-your-happiness\">Elevate Your Happiness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that smiling is said to increase your happiness? People who have smile makeovers are excited to show off their pearly whites more often. Grinning more frequently can improve your mood, and who doesn\u2019t want that?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"choose-the-best-treatments-for-you\">Choose the Best Treatments for You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you get a smile makeover, it is one of a kind \u2013 just like you! You work together with your dentist to create a plan that can minimize your time invested and maximize your budget. All treatments happen in an order that makes the most sense to give you the outcome you\u2019re hoping for. Once you learn about all your options, you\u2019ll get a better idea of what will make a big difference for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"optimize-your-oral-health\">Optimize Your Oral Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While the main goal of a smile makeover is to better your appearance, there are also health benefits. Increase your chewing functionality with an improved bite. Clean your teeth more effectively after they\u2019ve been straightened. Plus, once you\u2019ve had cosmetic work done, you\u2019ll likely notice that your motivation to take care of your teeth has increased.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"make-a-great-first-impression\">Make a Great First Impression<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You may have heard that having an attractive, healthy smile can help both your professional and romantic prospects. It makes sense, considering your smile is often the first thing people see when you enter a room. Presentation matters, after all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"enjoy-a-confidence-boost\">Enjoy a Confidence Boost<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you address insecurities in your smile or elsewhere, elevated confidence is likely to follow. When you feel good about yourself, you are more likely to want to meet with friends, family, and go on dates. Whether it\u2019s teeth discoloration, gaps, misalignment, or something else, there are options to help you reach your smile goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the impact of a smile makeover sounds appealing, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flowermoundsmiles.com\/blog\/\">your dentist in Flower Mound<\/a> is ready to unlock the benefits for you. A consultation with them to discuss your goals will get the ball rolling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"about-the-author\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flowermoundsmiles.com\/meet-dr-lauri-barge.html\">Dr. Lauri Barge<\/a> earned her dental doctorate from Texas A&amp;M, and she is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Academy of General Dentistry, and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. She has studied complex restorative and aesthetic cases at the prestigious Las Vegas Institute. If you are interested in a smile makeover, she will plan it based on your timeline, budget, and what changes you want to see to feel more confident about your grin \u2013 it\u2019s true customization. You can schedule a consultation on her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flowermoundsmiles.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call (972) 539-3800.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While they may not necessarily dwell on it, many people are not satisfied with the appearance of their smile. Fortunately, anyone who feels this way can do something about it with the help of their dentist. 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