4 Ways to Boost Your Smile & Improve Your Career Success

Numerous studies show that a person’s smile plays a significant role when making a first impression. From first dates to job interviews, the appearance of your teeth can go a long way in influencing how others perceive you, for better or for worse. Researchers report that a beautiful set of pearly whites can help you reach your career goals, while crooked, discolored, or decayed teeth can hurt your chances for success. Here are four cosmetic dental treatments to help you get an edge over the competition and impress employers!

1.) Teeth Whitening

A professional teeth whitening treatment is one of the easiest, fastest, and most affordable ways to dramatically improve the appearance of your smile. Studies consistently find that whiter teeth are associated with youth, health, and attractiveness. To better understand how this influences career success, Kelton Research conducted a study that involved simulated job interview with patients before and after teeth whitening treatments. The results indicated that those with a brighter smile were offered larger salaries, seen as more professional, and were more likely to be hired.

2.) Cosmetic Dental Bonding

Even one small cosmetic imperfection in your teeth can take a huge toll on your confidence. If you’re embarrassed by cracks, chips, or stains, you’ll naturally smile less. Not only can this negatively influence your confidence, but it can make you seem sullen, unfriendly, and difficult to work with. However, a quick cosmetic dental bonding treatment can practically erase any dental imperfection and give you a smile you’ll be excited to show off. This will naturally lend itself to traits and soft skills like teamwork and communication, both of which are incredibly important to employers.

3.) Metal-Free Dental Crowns

Cosmetic dentistry is about more than just restoring appearances. Cavities and gum disease can be uncomfortable and distracting, which can make it more difficult to concentrate at work. What’s more, leaving these oral health issues untreated can lead to serious complications later on, which could cause to you miss work and become less productive. With metal-free dental crowns, you can repair damaged or weakened teeth while simultaneously enhancing their appearance, giving you a smile that looks and feels its best.

4.) Porcelain Veneers  

Studies indicate that employers and hiring managers unconsciously associate beautiful teeth with success, intelligence, capability, and happiness. On the other hand, those with a flawed smile are less likely to be considered for a job or promotion, despite their qualifications. If you’re looking for a way to improve the look of several teeth at once or fix a variety of cosmetic dental issues, porcelain veneers may be for you. This treatment is a popular choice for movie stars, celebrities, and other smiles that are meant for the silver screen to achieve that red carpet-ready look. This quick and easy treatment may be just what you need to help your best qualities show through!

Don’t let less than stellar teeth hold you back in life. Talk to your dentist about cosmetic dental treatments and reach your career goals with a dazzling smile!

About the Practice

Gerome & Patrice Family Dentistry is proud to provide an array of excellent dental services to the families of Loveland, OH and the surrounding communities. Both Dr. Mark Gerome and Dr. Gina Patrice complete countless hours of continuing education every year to ensure their patients can benefit from the latest dental techniques and technologies. With high-quality materials and state-of-the-art technology, they can help improve your smile and your quality of life. To learn more about their cosmetic dental treatments, they can be contacted via their website or at (513) 677-1349.