Anyone who has tried to talk their father into prioritizing his teeth might need to find fresh ways to motivate him. One of the most powerful ways to get someone to pay attention to their smile is by showing them what’s possible. As a Father’s Day gift this Sunday or any time of year, here are some options to consider to help dad build a customized smile makeover.
Check the Foundation
Every bit of your father’s smile must be in good condition before any major upgrades can be made to the appearance or function of his teeth. This might mean that he needs the following dental care:
- Teeth cleaning. A good teeth cleaning leaves tooth enamel shining and bright and a little more resistant to plaque, at least for a little while. That’s why cleanings are recommended every six months for good oral health.
- Gum disease treatment. Even if your dad doesn’t have full-blown gum disease, if he doesn’t take the greatest care of his teeth he could easily be walking around with a mouthful of gingivitis. This needs to be cleaned up professionally – the only way to fix the problem – so it doesn’t develop into periodontal disease.
- Dental crowns. Teeth that are deteriorating or old dental work that’s falling apart can use some TLC. Porcelain crowns are shaped to cover a problematic or unsightly tooth and give it new life so it is strong and functions properly.
Do Some Planning
Does dad need more aesthetically pleasing options to upgrade his smile or does he need to rebuild first? The answer to this question is the difference between getting cosmetic dentistry treatments or restorative dentistry treatments first.
- Most restorative dental treatments are also aesthetically pleasing and contribute to the whole of a white, beautiful smile.
- Cosmetic treatments correct unsightly parts of a smile that aren’t necessarily unhealthy but require an intervention to make a noticeable change.
- Talk to your Red Bank dentist about everything from teeth whitening to porcelain veneers, dentures to dental implants.
- Dad might be reluctant to pursue any avenue of smile improvement, but his good health depends on healthy teeth.
- Fixing existing problems or addressing dental issues before they get out of control will help dad keep a healthy smile for decades.
Get the Smile Makeover Job Done
The only way to know what’s best for your father’s smile is to get him in to see an experienced general dentist who specializes in preventive care, cosmetic dentistry, and restorative dentistry. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Carole Sherrod Jewell and her dental team at Red Bank Dentistry in Red Bank, NJ. Find out what’s possible and what will put a smile on dad’s face.
