Have you ever imagined how a beautiful smile could improve your life? Your smile is the first part of your appearance that gets noticed. Maintaining a healthy and beautiful smile is vital to creating relationships and opportunities in your life. With just a few simple steps incorporated into your daily life, you can begin improving your smile today. First, regular brushing and flossing are vital to maintaining a healthy smile. You should brush for at least two minutes and many electronic toothbrushes come with timers. Flossing also removes plaque and tartar from hard to reach areas. Second, regular check-ups and hygiene appointments at the dentist will ensure that your mouth is getting the care it deserves. By visiting your dentist just twice a year, or more often if recommended, you can prevent or reverse periodontal disease, which has been linked to heart disease, respiratory problems, and many other health issues. Third, if the appearance of your smile is not ideal, today’s advances in dentistry provide numerous non-invasive methods by which you can obtain a brighter, straighter, and more beautiful smile. Take-home teeth whitening trays or one-hour in office whitening treatments provide dramatic results in little time. In addition to teeth whitening, veneers and porcelain fillings are cosmetic dental treatments that can make you appear years younger and give you a star smile. Do not let anxiety or fear prevent you from enjoying a visit to the dentist. The latest advances in dentistry can make your appointment much more comfortable. From digital x-rays, which reduce radiation by up to eighty-five percent, to air abrasion systems, which can remove small decay from teeth without the use of a drill, a dental appointment can be an anxiety-free experience. For individuals who need additional assistance to overcome anxiety, oral sedation is a viable option. In addition, the incorporation of extra touches in the office, such as aromatherapy, juice and coffee, music, and complimentary smile care packages, can make every dental appointment a pleasant experience. Whether you just want to maintain a healthy smile or would like to improve the appearance of your smile, begin your journey towards self-improvement today.
Dr. Mostofi is a graduate of the USC School of Dentistry and provides general, cosmetic, and implant dentistry for Culver City, Marina Del Rey, and Santa Monica residents. His office is located at 9916 Venice Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232. You can visit his practice’s website at www.centurysmile.com or call (310) 836-6161 for an appointment to begin improving your smile and your life.