Plenty of resolutions can motivate you in the new year, but there are not many resolutions that can take you into 2026 and well beyond. Focusing on dental care has that power. Oral health is about strong, clean teeth, but it’s also about having a smile you are proud of and happy to show off. If you are embarrassed or ashamed of your smile or feeling tooth pain, resolve to make this the year you give your energy to quality dental care and smile upgrades.
1. Get Two Dental Cleanings Every Year
If dental care is something you tend to put off, this is the year to prioritize your oral health. Everyone should see their dentist at least twice a year for teeth cleanings, dental exams, and x-rays. These important visits let your dentist monitor the health of your teeth and gums, diagnose and correct problems, and offer advice about how to achieve your oral health goals.
2. Invest in a Straight Smile
One thing many adults want is a straight smile, and you can get that by investing in Invisalign. By this time next year, if you are a good candidate for the treatment, your smile and bite will be more aligned, which means a healthier mouth, a comfortable smile, and full-functioning teeth. Plus, the treatment itself is discreet. No one needs to know you’re wearing Invisalign, so life can go on as usual while your teeth straighten out.
3. Tend to Dental Problems Immediately
When your dentist takes x-rays or you’re experiencing dental damage or tooth pain, don’t put off the repairs. Of course no one is eager to visit the dentist or sit for dental restorations, but the sooner you tend to developing oral health problems, the sooner the problem can be corrected and it will not have time to fester and become even more complex and painful.
4. Beautify Your Smile
If you have always wanted to try professional teeth whitening, or correct an unsightly tooth, or wished for a perfect smile built using porcelain veneers, now is the time to take care of yourself. Your dentist is prepared to discuss the most appropriate cosmetic dentistry treatments for your teeth so you can upgrade your smile in the new year and enjoy a self-esteem boost too.
5. Fix What’s Broken
If you have a broken tooth, a loose crown, or missing teeth, this isn’t good for overall oral health. Repairing existing dental problems is key to establishing a strong smile foundation. Every tooth matters, every part of your smile matters. For example, if you have a missing tooth, you may be a candidate for dental implants, which permanently replace a missing tooth root. Fill in the blanks for a complete, powerful smile.
Make Your 2026 Smile Resolution
Ready to say yes to a resolution that lasts for years? Schedule an appointment with Dr. Chi Fu and his dental team at Chester Hill Dentistry in Rye, NY, to find out what cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, or general dentistry you need to transform your smile and improve your oral health.