Second only to eyes, a smile is one of the first physical attributes people notice. If your teeth shape doesn’t deliver the smile you’d like, modern dentistry can help. There are four categories of shapes when it comes to our pearly whites: round, oval, tapered, and square teeth.
In today’s blog, you’ll learn what different teeth shapes convey in a smile; which shapes are best for men and women; and how to enhance your smile with various cosmetic and restorative dental procedures from Dr. Matthew Bridges, your Duncan dentist at Chisholm Trail Smile Center. Call 580-255-4880 to schedule your appointment today.
Benefits of Smiling
Before learning about different teeth shapes, let’s explore why smiles are important. Smiles are contagious. Psychologists and neuroscientists believe that the human brain makes us want to smile when we see others smiling. This phenomenon can be explained by human mirror neurons and a person’s unique social and emotional factors. But smiling also enhances mood and overall health. Smiling also strengthens relationships–so your smile is an important physical trait that you should take care of throughout your life.
Square Teeth
The photo of the young man smiling in this blog post depicts a smile with square teeth. They’re angular and strong. Considered to be a good shape for men, square teeth on a man convey a confident yet rugged personality, but square teeth can look phenomenal on a woman, too. Some American celebrities with square teeth are Angelina Jolie and Chris Hemsworth. Are theirs the kind of smile you want?
Rectangular Teeth
Long, balanced, and symmetrical rectangular teeth look great on men and women. Jennifer Aniston and Tom Cruise have rectangular teeth. Their smiles appear sporty and healthy, and on a man rectangular teeth project as sophisticated, polished, and well-balanced. On women, rectangular teeth present an air of refinement and elegance.
Oval Teeth
Oval teeth are rounded at the bottom, instead of angular. Like other teeth shapes, oval teeth are appropriate for both men’s and women’s gorgeous, head-tuning smiles. Consider the smiles of Kate Middleton or Julia Roberts, and you’ll notice they appear friendly, approachable, and gentle. For Ryan Gossling and Orlando Bloom, rectangular-shaped teeth create smiles that seem welcoming, but also intriguing and somewhat mysterious, in some cases–think Robert Pattinson in “The Batman” or “Twilight.”
Tapered Teeth
Tapered teeth are also called triangular teeth. They taper from a smaller neck at the gumline to a broad body. Think Chris Pine, Zac Efron, Natalie Portman, or Emma Watson from “Harry Potter.” Tapered teeth in a smile seem dynamic and engaging, but also youthful and charming.
Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry to Alter Teeth Shape
While the shape of teeth contributes to the image a smile conveys, all teeth shapes are attractive. More than having square teeth or tapered teeth, a beautiful smile is healthy, symmetrical, and white. With modern cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Bridges can help you achieve great oral health, while also brightening the color of your teeth and, if necessary, reshaping them.
Procedures that alter teeth shape include:
- Contouring
- Bonding
- Veneers
- Crowns
- Braces/Invisalign
- Gum Reduction/Reshaping
Schedule a Smile Consultation with Dr. Bridges in Duncan Today!
Whether you’re ready to dive into a smile makeover or decide that your smile looks good, but your oral health could use attention, Dr. Bridges and the Chisholm Trail Smile Center team are here to educate, inform, and consult you. We serve patients of all ages, including kids, and are now accepting new patients. So give us a call at 580-255-4880 to schedule your dental appointment. Our office is located at 2165 West Alk Avenue in Duncan, OK, and we’re open from 8 am to 5 pm, Monday to Thursday.
