There are many factors that make a smile beautiful. In addition to their color, their size plays a role in making a grin attractive. If your pearly whites are too small, it can make your appearance look off-balance and even give you a “gummy” look (revealing too much of your gums). Read on to learn the causes of small teeth and how your dentist can transform them into ones you will proudly show off!
Reasons for Small Teeth
Microdontia is a condition where teeth either develop small or appear smaller than average. It can just impact a few teeth or it can impact all of them. Generally, microdontia is hereditary; a child is more likely to have small teeth if their parents have them. However, in some cases, small teeth can be a symptom of a genetic disorder, such as a side-effect of radiation exposure or a cleft palate.
Microdontia can also be caused by outside factors. If the teeth wear down over time due to damage or excessive teeth grinding, it can cause them to begin to deteriorate. This will make your smile appear smaller. It’s essential to visit your dentist so they can get to the underlying cause of your small teeth and treat it before it becomes worse.
How Can Small Teeth Impact Your Oral Health?
The alignment of your bite is very important to your oral health. It can impact the overall wear and tear of your teeth, the ability to eat with ease or difficulty, and jaw issues. Small teeth can cause all these factors to worsen. However, microdontia doesn’t always affect a person’s oral health. It can simply just cause them to feel unhappy with their appearance and have a lack of confidence in their smile.
How Can Your Dentist Help?
The good news is that no matter what the reason for your small teeth, cosmetic dentistry can help! Cosmetic dental treatments have the ability to transform the appearance of a smile. The best procedure to fix small teeth is veneers.
Veneers use ultra-thin shells of dental-grade porcelain that are permanently adhered to the front surfaces of the teeth. They cover a wide range of dental imperfections, including chipped, cracked, and discolored teeth. They also have the ability to lengthen your pearly whites, making them appear normal-sized. In as little as two appointments, you can transform your smile into a picture-perfect one!
If you have small teeth, you don’t have to live with a smile you don’t love. By visiting your dentist, you can explore you options so you can have the teeth you’ve always dreamed of.
About the Author
Dr. David Thomas and his team at Seahurst Park Dentistry of Burien are eager to help you achieve your dream smile. He provides a comprehensive range of services, including cosmetic treatments like veneers. With customized plans and advanced dental technology, he can help you with any oral health concern or need. If you are interested in learning more about veneers or would like to schedule a consultation, contact his website or call (206) 244-4622.
