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Kathy Bates has been acting since 1967. She is best known for her role as Annie Wilkes in the 1990 film Misery. Although Bates has worn many famous smiles throughout her acting career, she still looks as beautiful as ever.

Orthodontics

A dentist helped Kathy Bates achieve her stunning smile with braces and Invisalign. She needed to wear metal brackets on her teeth for just a few months to correct minor alignment issues. Then she used clear, removable aligners like Invisalign Teen® to maintain her straight teeth and perfect bite. Now she enjoys showing off her bright, healthy smile!

Tooth Whitening

Kathy Bates has had her teeth whitened numerous times over the years, which helps her maintain a bright smile. While bleaching teeth helps to remove surface stains caused by dark foods and drinks, it also brightens the enamel of natural teeth and restores them to their natural color.

Celebrity-endorsed brands of teeth whitening kits are a common sight at retail outlets. However, many of these products have been found to contain abrasive ingredients that damage the teeth rather than help them look whiter and brighter. Whitening toothpaste is a safer alternative to store-bought products because they contain no chemicals or abrasive substances. When used regularly, they can remove surface stains that have accumulated over time.

Although professional-grade laser whitening systems provide the quickest results, over-the-counter whitening treatments can be used to keep your teeth bright and shiny in between visits to the dentist’s office. Many patients find that using whitening strips on a weekly basis maintains their smiles between visits. It’s important to note that these at-home whitening treatments will not have the same effect as professional whitening. Those who desire dramatic results may want to consider getting their teeth professionally whitened.

If you’ve used an at-home whitening kit in the past, it’s understandable that you may be hesitant about trying another product. Fortunately, there are a variety of highly effective whitening products available today, including custom-fitted trays that can whiten your top and bottom rows of teeth simultaneously. These trays are made from impressions taken of your smile, making for a more comfortable fit than a one-size-fits-all whitening tray. Your dentist can provide more information about these products so you can determine which one is right for you.

When you’re ready to take the next step towards a whiter, brighter smile, contact our office to schedule an appointment. The friendly team at Dr. Gannon Lee DDS looks forward to helping you attain a beautiful and healthy.