Best smiles only: Dental procedures to get before your wedding day

What bride and groom wouldn’t want to have the best smiles on their wedding photos? With a dedicated photographer snapping every precious moment of the day as well as hundreds of smartphones taking pictures, it’s vital that the bride and groom’s teeth are sparkling during the wedding day. Here are some procedures you can take for perfect teeth on this very special occasion. Whitening tray: For couples who don’t have time to make appointments with their dentist, getting over-the-counter whitening trays is a good option. For those who haven’t tried it before, it’s a simple kit containing a plastic tray filled with a whitening gel. You apply the tray on your teeth for a suggested amount of time. Doing so for 1 to 2 weeks should get the job done if you want visibly whiter teeth. Custom whitening tray: These are prescribed by orthodontists, customized to fit your need. These often contain a more concentrated amount of whitening gel to help whiten your teeth better. The dentist will be the ones to apply the tray on your teeth and will let it sit for 30 to 60 minutes, or longer depending on their assessment.

Laser whitening treatment: This procedure isn’t as scary as it sounds and is very safe. It uses concentrated whitening gel on your teeth that activates when heat is applied. This then lifts stains resulting in your teeth becoming several shades whiter than they were before. The treatment itself lasts for almost two hours but is often just a one-time process followed by maintenance you can do at home. Kami Hoss MS, DDS, is a sought-after author, consultant, inventor, and speaker in the fields of dentistry and business. He is the co-founder and CEO of The Super Dentists. For similar reads on dental hygiene and health, visit this website.