Looking after your smile is as important as taking care of the rest of your body. Certainly, oral health can have an impact on your physical health, but, it also has a tremendous effect on your mental health; your self-esteem and your confidence.
If this is so though, why are people afraid to pursue cosmetic dentistry where there is a need for it?
In this post, I want to help to alleviate the myths that cause this fear causing people like you to disregard this type of treatment.
Myth: It’s too expensive!
Perhaps the most common myth about cosmetic dentistry is that it is unaffordable. In actual fact, it can fit into most people’s budgets if they work with their dentist to explore customized options. Additionally, higher demand for cosmetic treatments and new technological developments introduced in recent years means that there are now more affordable procedures available to dentists and their patients. At Dental House, we have a wide range of payment plans that you can avail of.
Myth: So much pain!!!
For a lot of people, dental pain anxiety is an issue which is most likely to stop them from seeking out treatment. However, your dentist wants to ensure your experience is comfortable and pain-free, and will carefully numb your entire mouth so you won’t feel anything. Additionally, most dentists offer sedation, which means you can sleep through the procedure and not feel a thing.
Myth: Results will look artificial
This myth is a most outdated one. Advances in dental technology used in cosmetic dentistry today mean your dentist can now make any cosmetic work look so natural that nobody will be able to tell you have had work done on your teeth.
Myth: Vanity is the Only Reason for Cosmetic Dentistry
Some people feel that they should not get cosmetic treatments done because it would be an act of vanity. Truthfully, it is an investment in your health and wellbeing. Having a smile that you are proud to flash improves your emotional health and your confidence and increases your quality of life overall.
Myth: Treatment is too time-consuming
Between hectic work schedules, home and personal responsibilities, many of us don’t have the time to spare to sit in the dentist’s office. Fortunately, with all the different treatment options available nowadays, time is not a factor anymore. Many whitening and straightening procedures can be done from the comfort of your own home and within your own time frame. Additionally, most dental clinics now have early/late opening hours so you can fit treatment into your day.
Now that these common myths have been cleared up, there is nothing to stop you from achieving a perfect smile.
To book an appointment with Dr Perry please email info@castleknockorthodontics.ie
Or visit us at Dental house
Opening April 2016
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