The 1-Minute Smile Exam

There are two equally important ways to think about your smile – how it looks and how it feels. Take a look in a mirror, flash a big, bold smile, and take this quick self-exam.

How your smile looks...

1. Do any of your teeth appear discolored, dull, crooked,
   or uneven?
2. Are there obvious spaces between any teeth?
3. Do your gums appear unhealthy – reddened, swollen,
   or recessed?
4. Do any of your teeth seem mismatched, slanted, or out of symmetry as you view your smile?
5. Does the midline of your two front teeth seem misaligned with your face and nose?

How your smile feels...

1. When you look in the mirror, are you uncomfortable with the appearance of your teeth and smile?
2. When talking with others, do you ever turn your face when smiling or shield your mouth from being visible?
3. Do you use your lips to cover any aspect of your smile?
4. Do you feel uneasy smiling when a photograph is taken?
5. Have you ever apologized to a dentist or hygienist for the condition of your teeth?

If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, we have great news for you. Thanks to new advances in dental procedures, you can be on your way to improving your dental health as well as your “mental” health. Imagine being freed from worrisome self-consciousness so you can flash a confident, friendly smile at your world. Make an appointment now to learn how much Kemp Dental Group can do for you.