In my experience, how people take care of their mouths is often a reflection of how they feel about themselves. Those who feel good about themselves take good oral care and people who have a poor self image generally do not take good care of their mouth. It has also been shown that this works in reverse meaning that addressing one's dental health/aesthetics will usually lead to a better quality of life and self image! This holds especially true for cosmetic procedures. Often I am witness to a patient's general well being and attitude improving substantially after cosmetic treatments such as whitening and/or porcelain veneers. This in turn is extremely rewarding to myself and my staff and creates a deep appreciation for what we do!
