Get Pearly Whites Just Like a Celebrity
By Yodle Local | Published on October 16, 2009 | 0 Comments
Thanks to the rise in popularity of cosmetic dentistry, an increasing number of patients are requesting that their doctors do much more than just whiten and straighten their teeth. They want the same smiles as their favorite A-listers.
And why not? With technology like veneers, tooth whitening, Invisalign, natural colored fillings, and dental implants, a dentist’s ability to give patients the pearly white teeth they’ve always dreamed of has never been easier.
Overall, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry reports that some of the most envied celebrity smiles include Halle Berry, Julia Roberts, Hilary Duff, Matthew McConaughey, Maria Sharapova, and Tiger Woods.
Of course, it isn’t just everyday people wishing for an A-list smile. Many of the celebrities themselves have undergone cosmetic dental work as well. Just a few of the hundreds of stars who’ve copped to getting work done in recent years, according to Fox News, include pop star Hilary Duff, Michael Douglas, Jon Bon Jovi, Oprah Winfrey, Jessica Simpson, Nick Lachey, Britney Spears, and Tom Cruise.
So which stars’ smiles do fans envy most? We took a closer look.
Tom Cruise
Tom Cruise’s smile took center stage a few years back, when he elected to have adult braces put on after discovering that his teeth were misaligned. Rather than going with traditional braces or Invisalign, however, Tom opted for ceramic brackets which are much less noticeable than metal varieties. Tom wore the braces for less than one year before unveiling an entirely new, straighter smile.
To get a smile like Tom’s, orthodontists recommend having a consultation to see if adult braces are the right option. Although ceramic brackets are usually more expensive than traditional braces, they also blend in much easier with teeth, making ceramic brackets the preferred orthodontic option for adults electing to get braces for the first time.
Hilary Duff
It has been years since Hilary Duff first got veneers, an option she has said she chose as a way to correct four front teeth that were chipped on a microphone back in 2005. Since then, Hilary has reportedly undergone numerous refinement procedures, ensuring that her new teeth are the perfect shape, length, and color.
For the many Hilary Duff fans hoping to emulate their favorite star’s smile, experts at the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry recommend using porcelain veneers, which are moldings made from high-tech materials that cover the front of a patient’s teeth. Because the moldings are custom-made, patients with veneers are able to choose a new smile that meets whatever specifications they choose.
For patients hoping to look more like their favorite celebrity, veneers are the cosmetic option that is most likely to deliver the desired result. However, especially with younger patients, it is important to keep in mind that veneers are a permanent option and the effects are not reversible.
Julia Roberts
For patients looking for a smile that is as blindingly white as Julia Roberts’, the best option will likely be to undergo teeth whitening at their dentist’s office.
Time and time again, American adults say having whiter teeth is the biggest change they’d like to see in their smile. And while thousands of over-the-counter products exist to help with the process, celebrities like Julia Roberts opt for a quicker, in-office option.
By using whitening products such as Zoom! teeth whitening, cosmetic dentists can make their patients’ teeth an average of eight shades whiter in as little as 45 minutes. Not only that, but the process is pain-free, safe, and lasting, which are just some of the reasons it is favored by so many Hollywood celebrities looking for a smile refresher before big events and awards shows.
Sarah Jessica Parker
Sarah Jessica Parker’s timeless smile has long been rumored to have been boosted with the help of a teeth whitening procedure and gum lift. One of the lesser known cosmetic dentistry options, gum lifts add length to short teeth by evening out the gum line for a more visually pleasing grin.
One of the reasons gum lifts have become an increasingly popular option is because 80% to 90% of all lifts are done in conjunction with porcelain veneers, which have also taken off in popularity in recent years. However, as with so many Hollywood smile fixes, gum lifts don’t come cheap. Patients can expect to pay an average of $300 per tooth for a gum lift, up to $4,000 for a full mouth arch.
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