If you look at the red-carpet pictures of any awards show, such as the Grammys, the Oscars, or the Golden Globes, you’ll notice one thing.
They all have really nice teeth!
The not-so-hidden secret of Hollywood is that a large number of celebrities have veneers. That includes people with big, beautiful smiles like Miley Cyrus, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Tom Cruise.
A lot of the people you might have thought were born with a red-carpet ready smile actually had smile makeovers.
Understanding Veneers
To understand why so many celebrities have veneers, you first need to understand what they are.
Veneers are thin, custom-made shells that are designed to cover the front surface of a tooth. They are primarily used for cosmetic purposes to improve the appearance of teeth that may be discolored, stained, chipped, misaligned, or have other imperfections.
Veneers are typically made from either porcelain or composite resin, although celebrities typically opt for porcelain veneers because they last longer and are more versatile.
The Aesthetic Benefits of Veneers
Veneers offer a tremendous number of aesthetic benefits, which is usually the reason why celebrities get them in the first place. They can turn a smile that you’re self-conscious about into a smile that you’re proud to show off. Here are some of the aesthetic reasons why celebrities opt for veneers and how they can help you:
Reshaping
Some people are born with naturally smaller teeth that may not be doing much for their smile. If that is true of you, you may benefit from veneers that make your teeth longer. Veneers can also correct common issues like uneven teeth or misaligned teeth.
Cover Chips/Cracks and Close Gaps
Veneers can cover up chips and cracks from wear and tear on your teeth. If you have gaps in your smile, veneers can close those up too.
Cover Discoloration and Whiten Your Smile
If you’ve found your teeth getting yellower each year from your daily coffee or tea, you’re not the only one. Veneers can cover the discoloration your teeth have experienced and can make your smile look multiple shades lighter.
Natural-Looking
A skilled cosmetic dentist knows how to create a natural-looking smile. They also know how to design a custom-made smile that fits your unique features.
All Around Aesthetic Improvement
According to researcher, cosmetic dentist, and educator, Dr. Jose Luis Ruiz, “When patients come in for aesthetic dental treatment, they are looking at the ‘big picture’ — they want to look better not just [in] the teeth but [in] the smile and thus the entire face.”
Having a beautiful smile is obviously one of the main goals of veneers. But at the end of the day, veneers can improve your entire face. It’s important that your dentist understands this distinction.
The Psychological Benefits of Veneers
A red-carpet smile is all about confidence.
But most people aren’t confident about their smile. As it turns out, almost 70% of Americans are self-conscious about their teeth. And about 50% of people inhibit their smile and smile with their mouth closed because they are insecure about their teeth.
This is unfortunate because the psychological benefits of smiling are enormous.
According to Psychology Today, smiling elevates your mood, makes you more likable, and can even produce more pleasure than chocolate. When you avoid smiling due to insecurity, you’re missing out on some incredible psychological benefits.
Veneers specifically have also been shown to lead to increased confidence and improved self-image. They can help you feel more confident about your teeth so that you smile bigger and brighter and benefit from the mood-boosting power of smiling.
So, while veneers have plenty of aesthetic benefits, a smile transformation is about more than looks. It can improve the way you feel, view yourself, and the way others view you.
The Veneers Procedure
While there are multiple steps involved in getting veneers, it’s not as complicated as you might think, which is why celebs turn to veneers when they want a smile transformation that doesn’t take away much of their time. When it comes to porcelain veneers, it usually takes about two appointments. In those appointments, you will go through the following:
- Consultation: During a consultation, your dentist will review your smile goals, medical history, and oral health to see if you’re a good candidate for veneers.
- Prep work: To prepare your teeth for veneers, a small amount of enamel is usually removed from the front surface of your teeth. The dentist will take a dental impression to create your final prosthetics. In the meantime (usually a few weeks), you’ll wear temporary veneers.
- Final placement: Once your prosthetics are created, your dentist will fit the shells onto your teeth and you’ll be ready to go!
Visit Dr. Ruiz & Associates, Inc for veneers in Burbank, CA
If you’re considering veneers in Burbank, cA book a consultation at Dr. Ruiz and Associates, Inc. Dr. Ruiz is a highly respected dentist who is known for achieving stunning cosmetic results. He even pioneered a smile design technique that is used by dentists all around the world. His patient-focused approach and dedication to creating beautiful, long-lasting smiles make him the top choice for veneers in Burbank, CA. Check out our Google reviews to see why people are consistently satisfied with the service our team provides. Contact us at 818-558-4332 when you are ready to book a consultation.
