An online poll administered by the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) to general dentists, found that women are more likely to stick to their regular checkup schedule than their male counterparts. The number of men going to the dentist is on the rise, however, but the motivation behind these dental visits is not overall health. Dr. Deborah Gennero, your Houston dentist, explains how the quest for a better looking smile is behind the surge of male patients in dentist offices.

Men Tend to Avoid the Dentist

Forty-five percent of the dentists questioned believed that their male patients did not see a need to go to the dentist. Embarrassment, lack of time, and not wanting to bother finding a new dentist were also cited as explanations for fewer male patients.

Finding the Edge to Get the Job

AGD spokesperson, Dr. J.Nick Russo, Sr., stated that trends are changing in his personal practice, as men vie for better jobs and promotions. In the past, most men stayed with only one or two companies during their entire career. These days, lay-offs and company closings mean that “middle-aged men are competing for jobs with younger men, making appearance a heightened factor in their lives,” says Dr. Russo. Keeping up with the competition has many men seeking cosmetic procedures like veneers, bonding, and bleaching, to improve their appearance and help with confidence in their professional pursuits. (more…)

When it comes to smile makeovers, few cosmetic dentistry services compare with porcelain veneers. These dental restorations can transform a smile from chipped, crooked, and discolored, to a straight, uniformly spaced, bright smile in as little as two office visits. Our Houston cosmetic dentist, Dr. Deborah Gennero explains how dental veneers from our Houston family dentistry will having you smiling with confidence in no time.

Porcelain Veneers Cosmetic Consultation

Your porcelain veneers appointment will begin with a cosmetic consultation. Our Houston cosmetic dentist will listen carefully to what your needs and desires are for your new smile, while taking into consideration your oral health. After all, healthy smiles are beautiful smiles. During your consultation, Dr. Gennero will take impressions of your teeth to send to our expert ceramists. Our Houston dentist works closely with laboratory technicians and ceramists to fabricate veneers to your exact specifications.

Completing Your Smile Makeover

Once the porcelain veneers arrive, Dr. Gennero will prepare your teeth for optimal attachment. Using dental bonding, she can attach each porcelain veneer individually to the front of each tooth. Dr. Gennero wil use meticulous precision when placing and adjusting the veneers to your facial structure and bite. Once they are placed, our cosmetic dentist will use a curing light to harden the bond for durability that can last for decades.

Maintaining Porcelain Veneers

Maintaining your veneers requires thorough oral hygiene and regular dental cleanings. We recommend flossing daily to prevent staining between your teeth and along the edges of your veneers as these are the most vulnerable to discoloration. With proper dental care, your veneers and your gorgeous new smile will last you for decades to come.

Cosmetic Dentist in Houston

Are you ready for a smile makeover that will improve your confidence? For your cosmetic dentistry consultation with Dr. Deborah Gennero contact our Houston dental office at (281) 578-6200. We look forward to serving patients from the West Houston and Katy areas.