{"id":221,"date":"2019-12-31T22:14:00","date_gmt":"2019-12-31T22:14:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/?p=221"},"modified":"2020-01-14T22:15:11","modified_gmt":"2020-01-14T22:15:11","slug":"cosmetic-dentist-in-kittanning-aging-smile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/2019\/12\/31\/cosmetic-dentist-in-kittanning-aging-smile\/","title":{"rendered":"The Aging Smile: What You Can Do About the Years Showing on Your Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_225559171__1579039982_70139.jpg\" alt=\"Stained Smile\" class=\"wp-image-225\" width=\"301\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_225559171__1579039982_70139.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_225559171__1579039982_70139-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_225559171__1579039982_70139-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 301px) 100vw, 301px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that\nyour smile is likely to age much faster than the rest of your body? As time\ngoes by, your teeth will become yellower, appear worn, and are more likely to\nbe chipped or damaged; you might notice that other people are assuming that\nyou\u2019re older than you actually are. If you want a grin that looks as young as\nyou feel, read on to learn how your pearly whites are aging you \u2013 and how a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">cosmetic dentist<\/a> in Kittanning can help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Your Smile Makes You Look Older<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several cosmetic flaws that could be aging your teeth\n(as well as the rest of your face) that crop up over the years. Examples\ninclude:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Stains and Discoloration: <\/strong>Teeth tend to\nbecome stained from the dark-colored foods and beverages you eat and drink;\ncoffee, tea, and tomato sauce are some of the most common culprits. At the same\ntime, the duller appearance of your teeth could simply be due to your enamel\ngetting thinner, making the yellowish dentin layer underneath more visible.<\/li><li><strong>Worn Down Teeth:<\/strong> Your teeth will be\nfairly long when they first erupt during your childhood, but as they lose more\nand more enamel to the daily rigors of chewing, they\u2019ll become shorter. <\/li><li><strong>Missing Teeth:<\/strong> If there\u2019s a gap in your\ngrin, chances are it will leave you looking much older.<\/li><li><strong>Outdated Fillings:<\/strong> Metal fillings\ndiscolor the teeth and draw the eye whenever you smile. <\/li><li><strong>Wrinkles:<\/strong> The lower third of your face\nrelies on your teeth and jaws for support. When your dental structures become\nworn down over the years, the skin in this area of the face will fold or bunch\nup around the mouth, causing wrinkles. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How a Cosmetic Dentist Can Remove the Years from Your Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every patient is unique, but rest assured that your dentist\nin Kittanning will have plenty of options for making the corrections to improve\nthe appearance of your teeth and create an overall younger look. Depending on\nyour situation, you might need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Metal Free Restorations: <\/strong>You can replace\nan older crown or filling with one made out of a natural-looking material that\nclosely resembles the surface of your teeth.<\/li><li><strong>Direct Bonding:<\/strong> Composite resin can be\napplied on your teeth to hide small chips and cracks.<\/li><li><strong>Teeth Whitening:<\/strong> A professional whitening\ncan remove stains that store-bought products wouldn\u2019t be able to reach and\nleave your smile several shades brighter.<\/li><li><strong>Porcelain Veneers:<\/strong> These thin, handmade\nshells can make multiple corrections at once by covering the front of your\nteeth. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also ask your dentist about ways you can limit\ndamage that can cause your teeth to look older (such as avoiding tobacco that\ncan cause stains and brushing regularly to avoid cavities). Remember: time\nmarches on, but with the right treatment, you can still enjoy a younger-looking\nsmile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Ray Voller is a member of the American Academy of\nCosmetic Dentistry and has been bringing Kittanning high-quality, modern dental\ncare since 1981. In addition to porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, and other\ncommon cosmetic dental procedures, he offers Botox\u00a9 to get rid of facial wrinkles. To\nschedule an appointment at his practice, Voller Dentistry, visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call\n(724) 543-4948. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that your smile is likely to age much faster than the rest of your body? As time goes by, your teeth will become yellower, appear worn, and are more likely to be chipped or damaged; you might notice that other people are assuming that you\u2019re older than you actually are. 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