5 Ways to a More Kissable Smile This Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and if you want a perfectly kissable smile, we’ve got you covered. Read on as Dr. Niki Cochran and her CLE Smiles by Dr. Niki team share five simple ways to refresh your smile and boost your confidence just in time for the big day.

1. Exfoliate your lips

A kissable smile isn’t just about choosing the best non-smudge lipstick. Soft lips matter too. Gently exfoliating your lips helps remove dry skin and smooth texture. 

You don’t need anything fancy: a simple sugar-and-honey scrub at home works just as well as store-bought options. 

For a quick DIY lip scrub the night before your date, mix a little sugar with honey, gently exfoliate your lips using a soft toothbrush, then rinse and apply lip balm. The sugar sloughs away dead skin, and the honey acts as an emollient to help lock in moisture.

Follow with a nourishing lip mask or balm to lock in moisture.

2. Keep your lips hydrated throughout the day

Use lip balm throughout the day to prevent dryness and cracking. Smooth, healthy lips make your entire smile look more inviting. 

Tip: Lip balm works even better after gentle exfoliation, since removing dry, flaky skin helps moisturizing ingredients absorb more effectively.

3. Take care of chipped teeth

Small imperfections such as chips or uneven edges can stand out in photos or make you feel self-conscious. Not to mention, having uneven edges or a chipped tooth can cut your lip or tongue!

Cosmetic treatments such as bonding can quickly smooth and reshape your teeth, giving you a more polished, natural look.

4. Don’t ignore your gums

Healthy gums frame your smile. If your gums are red, swollen, or bleeding, it can affect both your appearance and your oral health. 

To keep your gums healthy, floss regularly. It’s what gets plaque and food debris from between your teeth. Not only does this help reduce your risk of gum disease, but it also helps freshen your breath.

5. Chew sugar-free gum

Sugar-free gum is a quick, easy way to freshen your breath before (and during) a date without increasing your risk for cavities. Chewing gum also stimulates saliva, which helps wash away bacteria and the acids they produce.

Tip: Keep a package of sugar-free gum in your purse so you’re ready for fresh breath on your date.

Bonus: Come see us!

Dr. Niki can help turn your smile into a kissable one with both restorative work and cosmetic treatments. 

Schedule a professional dental cleaning

Nothing refreshes your smile quite like a professional cleaning. Removing plaque and tartar helps your teeth look brighter, keeps your breath fresh, and supports healthy gums, all of which are essentials for a kissable smile.

Address any issues

Decay and infections can contribute to bad breath. If you have any overdue treatments, schedule them before your date. Dr. Niki offers metal-free fillings that blend in with your smile, so you don’t have to worry about the tell-tale metal fillings affecting the look of your smile.

Brighten your smile with teeth whitening

Stains from coffee, tea, wine, or aging can dull your smile. Professional whitening treatments can safely lift discoloration by up to eight shades in just one visit. 

This means you can add some sparkle to your smile just in time for Valentine’s Day.

Fall in love with your smile 

Ready to boost your smile confidence? Schedule an appointment with CLE Smiles by Dr. Niki and let Dr. Niki help you put your best smile forward this Valentine’s Day.

You can also reach us at 216-616-1385.