Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, and with all eyes on you, a beautiful smile can make a world of difference in your photos and your confidence. At Naperville Dental Specialists, we’re here to help you achieve that wedding-worthy smile with our dental expertise and comprehensive range of general and cosmetic dentistry. Here, prosthodontist Dr. Anthony LaVacca and the team offer seven tips to ensure your smile is perfect for your big day.
1. Teeth Whitening for the Wedding Day
Teeth whitening is popular for brides and grooms looking to brighten their smiles — and you want it done right! At your award-winning Naperville dentist, professional teeth whitening treatments will make your teeth several shades whiter, giving you a radiant yet natural-looking smile.
So when should you start before the wedding day? Choosing when to get your teeth whitened before your wedding can depend on the number of sessions you need to achieve your desired shade. But if your pre-wedding schedule is packed and you don’t have the time for appointments, you’ll be glad to know that even one, one-hour session results in instant and lasting results with our high-tech laser teeth whitening treatment. We recommend scheduling your teeth whitening for the wedding at least a month in advance to allow any sensitivity to subside — so you can have your wedding cake and eat it, too!
2. Consider Cosmetic Dentistry
If you’re looking for more than just a whitening boost for the aesthetics of your wedding-day smile, cosmetic dentistry offers a range of options. Veneers can mask certain aesthetic imperfections like small spaces between teeth, broken or chipped teeth, or stained teeth. Start your wedding beauty prep early by consulting with one of our expert dentists to discuss how cosmetic dentistry can refresh your smile for your wedding day and beyond.
3. Teeth Straightening
If you have misaligned teeth, consider teeth straightening options like Invisalign®. Invisalign discreetly straightens teeth, often in less time than traditional braces, depending on your case. Start your treatment well in advance to ensure your smile is wedding-ready: One, book the venue, two, book your teeth straightening! Straight teeth not only look great for your wedding but also contribute to better oral health, making it an excellent investment in smile overall. As the #1 Invisalign Provider in Illinois, the team at our orthodontics partner — Innovative Orthodontic Centers — is more than happy to chat with you about working towards a straight and healthy wedding day smile.
4. Pack a Wedding Day Dental Emergency Kit
Getting ready for your wedding day means being prepared for a long day of talking and smiling. Having a dental emergency kit on your wedding day can be a lifesaver. What to put in a wedding day dental emergency kit? Include the following:
- Dental floss or floss picks
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Xylitol mints or gum
- Alcohol-free mouthwash
- Small mirror
This kit will help you maintain your perfect wedding smile from the ceremony to the last dance.
5. Schedule a Dental Cleaning and Exam
Paired with an excellent oral hygiene routine, a dental cleaning and exam before your wedding day is crucial for a healthy, worry-free smile. A professional cleaning from Naperville Dental Specialists will remove any plaque and tartar buildup, and polish up your teeth — refreshing your teeth and giving them a smooth feel.
We recommend scheduling your dental cleaning and exam at least two weeks in advance. If you suspect cavities or tooth decay, you may want to schedule even earlier to fit in time for fillings you’d want to address before the big day. Who wants to worry about cavities on their honeymoon?
6. Pack Xylitol Mints or Gum
We’ve mentioned including them in your wedding day dental emergency kit, but we’ll say it again: have xylitol mints or gum on hand for your wedding day. Xylitol helps neutralize acids in your mouth, reduces plaque formation, and keeps your breath fresh. It’s a simple yet effective way to maintain fresh breath while talking with all your loved ones and well-wishers on your big day. Plus, you can hand out your xylitol breath fresheners to your wedding party for all the chatting they’ll be doing.
Now, if you have chronic bad breath, you may feel mints are not enough for all the talking you’ll be doing on your wedding day. At Naperville Dental Specialists, we offer bad breath treatment that can help. After a professional cleaning, we’ll get to the root of the problem and help you with at-home care and products that will banish your bad breath.
7. Practicing Your Smile
Practicing your brighter, whiter, maybe even straighter smile might sound silly, but it can help you feel more confident and look more natural in your wedding photos. Spend time in front of a mirror finding the look that will best show off your stunning smile. This can make a big difference in how natural and happy you look on your wedding day.
Get Your Dream Wedding Day Smile with Your Naperville Dentists
Ready to start your wedding smile journey? Book an appointment at Naperville Dental Specialists for your general or cosmetic dentistry needs. Our expert dentists can help you achieve a picture-perfect smile for your wedding day and beyond.
