Our Dental Blog

Weddings, Big Days, and Your Dental Needs

September 25, 2017
A marriage picture

Everyone wants to look their best before their wedding day. Cosmetic dentistry can brighten your smile for your wedding or any other major event in your life. Weddings have specific emphasis because they are a very monumental day with a lot of photographs taken. You want to feel confident and happy on your wedding day, and not worried about keeping your smile out of pictures. Whether your big occasion is your wedding, someone else’s, or another important event altogether, it is essential that you plan early. Some treatments can take more than one visit to upgrade your smile, and you want to be sure you are done well in advance of the big day. 

Early Appointments

Making an appointment early with your dentist gives you a chance to discuss your goals and get realistic feedback. If you share with your dentist what you are looking to do for your smile and your timeline, together you can create an action plan to suit your needs. For example, if you want to whiten your teeth and you wait until you are well into the stresses of planning your big day, it may be too late to achieve your desired outcome. Maintaining regular twice-a-year appointments can also give you the opportunity to avoid any dental surprises, like a painful toothache.

Sticking To Your Routine

Planning a wedding can be stressful. You may find yourself falling asleep on the couch under a stack of bridal magazines. Despite the stress and pressure of you big event, you must remember to take care of yourself. Brushing and flossing twice a day is critical to your oral health. Drinking plenty of water and staying hydrated can keep your mouth healthy, too. If you are under the treatment of Invisalign, it is important to remember to wear your aligners twice a day. Letting your big plans disrupt your daily routine can lead to bigger and more disruptive problems down the road.

Are You in the Middle of Planning Your Wedding?

Remember to take care of your dental needs while planning your big day. To schedule a consultation by calling Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry of Kansas City, MO, today at 816-427-4018.