{"id":842,"date":"2017-11-08T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-11-08T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mydentalpracticeblog.com\/\/hudsonhighlandsdentistry\/dental-care-blog\/preparing-smile-big-day-2\/"},"modified":"2017-11-08T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2017-11-08T00:00:00","slug":"preparing-smile-big-day-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mydentalpracticeblog.com\/hudsonhighlandsdentistry\/dental-care-blog\/preparing-smile-big-day-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Preparing Your Smile For The Big Day"},"content":{"rendered":"<\/p>\n<p> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/hudsonhighlandsdentistryblog.socialmediafordentistry2.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/91\/2017\/11\/Preparing-Your-Smile-For-The-Big-Day_543.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"543\" height=\"543\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1524\" \/>  <strong>YOU\u2019VE DREAMED OF THIS<\/strong> day your whole life. You have the ring and the fianc\u00e9, the planning is going well, and you\u2019re down to the last few details. Bridals are coming up, and then the wedding itself. You realize there\u2019s something you need to do before you have hundreds of pictures taken of you: perfect your smile! <\/p>\n<h3><strong>Whitening: Home Versus Professional<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p> When it comes to teeth whitening, <strong>strips, toothpastes, and rinses<\/strong> are the most cost-effective options. They\u2019re cheap and you can do them yourself, but the results won\u2019t be as good as with professional whitening. It\u2019s critical to start the whitening strips at least one to two weeks in advance, and at least a month in advance if you go with toothpastes and rinses.  Another option is <strong>take-home custom whitening trays<\/strong>. These trays do cost more, but they result in better whitening as long as you follow the instructions carefully. We recommend starting whitening trays about one month before the wedding or any important photoshoots.  The highest quality, safest, and fastest route you could choose is <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cosmopolitan.com\/style-beauty\/beauty\/a40036\/wedding-beauty-treatment-timeline\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">professional<\/a> whitening<\/strong>. Whitening sessions will take place at the dental office and can be pricier than take-home options, but the great results are worth it!  <iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/U0whBFt3D7g?rel=0\" width=\"543\" height=\"305\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe> <\/p>\n<h3><strong>Straightening That Smile<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p> Whitening alone will make a beautiful difference to any smile, but sometimes there are other issues to take care of before the big day, such as orthodontics.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.angieslist.com\/articles\/how-much-do-adult-braces-cost.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Orthodontic appliances<\/a>\u00a0can be expensive, but the results are life-changing.\u00a0Having straight teeth and a healthy bite are a <strong>huge confidence-booster<\/strong>, in addition to providing health benefits and looking great.  Unlike whitening, which can be done in the last couple of months leading up to the wedding, braces or invisible aligners generally require at least a year, so <strong>don\u2019t wait too long<\/strong> to schedule a consultation if you hear wedding bells in your future! <\/p>\n<h3><strong>Repairs For Chips And Cavities<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p> One of the factors that determines our oral health is genetics. Unfortunately, that means that sometimes, even the most diligent brushing, flossing, and avoidance of sugary treats aren\u2019t enough to keep cavities at bay. And even when we\u2019re being careful, accidents happen, and a tooth might end up chipped.  If you find yourself facing one of these setbacks before your wedding, <strong>veneers<\/strong> and <strong>bonding<\/strong> are both great options to consider.\u00a0Veneers are <a href=\"http:\/\/www.colgate.com\/en\/us\/oc\/oral-health\/cosmetic-dentistry\/bonding\/article\/are-there-other-alternatives-for-improving-my-smile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">color-matched<\/a> to blend in with your natural teeth, resulting in a beautiful, natural-looking smile.  <a href=\"http:\/\/www.colgate.com\/en\/us\/oc\/oral-health\/cosmetic-dentistry\/bonding\/article\/how-long-does-tooth-bonding-last-1015\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tooth bonding<\/a> is a process that covers damaged or discolored teeth with plastic resin. These don\u2019t last as long as veneers, but they can be applied in just one visit. On the other hand, it takes one or two weeks after taking the impression of your teeth to receive your custom veneers. <\/p>\n<h3><strong>We\u2019re Here To Help Make Your Special Day Perfect!<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p> We know how hectic it can be to plan a wedding, so we want to make things easier for you by helping you prepare your smile. Whether that\u2019s as simple as a regular cleaning appointment or something more involved, you can count on our practice! <\/p>\n<h4>Wishing our patients all the happiness in the world!<\/h4>\n<h6>Top image used under <span style=\"color: #2a7abd;\"><a style=\"color: #2a7abd;\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/share-your-work\/public-domain\/cc0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CC0 Public Domain license<\/a><\/span>. Image cropped and modified from original.<\/h6>\n<h6><span style=\"color: #d9d9d9;\">The content on this blog is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. 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