2022-09-28T01:00:49+00:00

Many people are becoming more and more passionate about having whiter teeth. In the US alone, people are willing to pay top dollar for dental work, and here’s why.

According to a survey conducted by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry:

  • 7% of the people surveyed believe a smile is an important social asset.
  • 96% of adults think that an attractive smile makes a person more appealing to the opposite sex.
  • 74% of adults feel that an unattractive smile can hurt one’s chances for professional success.

When asked about the first thing they notice in a person’s smile, whiteness and colour of teeth came in second spot. And when asked what qualifies as an unattractive smile, discolored, yellow, or stained teeth came in first.

This perception of having white teeth is nothing new but it sure is the new standard in beauty, and professional teeth whitening is becoming the new skincare.

The Wonders of Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is a cosmetic dental procedure that helps improve the appearance of teeth. By removing stains or discolourations that accumulate over the years from age, coffee, tobacco use, or poor oral hygiene, practically anyone can achieve a brighter, whiter smile.

While most people undergo this treatment for aesthetic reasons, others do it to improve their self-esteem. And while it may be a bit of a stretch to say that taking the teeth whitening plunge is a life-changing move, in today’s world where appearance is everything, it kind of is. Teeth whitening does help people in more ways than one.

Stretching Far Beyond Aesthetics

The procedure offers more than a simple cosmetic improvement to your smile. For starters, perfectly white teeth can immediately make us look and feel young—partly because we associate them with youth and vitality, and mostly because we naturally look younger when we smile with whiter teeth. This ultimately makes a huge impact on how we feel when we look at ourselves in the mirror. We become more confident not just about our appearance but also about going out, being seen, and actually interacting with others. This is especially true when, for instance, a person goes to a job interview.

It’s been said that it only takes 7 seconds to make a first impression. And according to a recent study, an attractive smile has a significantly positive effect on other people’s first impressions of us. Make a good one, and it might just boost your chances of landing the job. Sure, a brighter, whiter smile may not reflect your impressive skill set but it also leaves no room for underlying perceptions of what your bad teeth and poor oral hygiene might mean.

the many benefits of teeth whitening

Having healthy, white teeth is never just about looking good; it’s also about feeling good. And when we feel good, we smile more. We are generally happier and healthier. We feel more confident. And it’s only a matter of time before this newfound confidence spreads into other important aspects of our lives.

We can help you achieve total oral health with aesthetic dentistry. Call us today at (03) 9041 5301 or click through to arrange a consultation with our dentists and oral health therapists.