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Confidence & Self-Esteem Through Dentistry

The Psychology of Teeth, Imperfections, and Self-Esteem

Studies show that good-looking people receive preferential treatment over others. We may not like it, but it’s human nature to perceive physically attractive individuals as more intelligent, likable, and honest.

So who decides who’s attractive? It’s partially determined by cultural norms, however, self-esteem also plays a large role. If you feel attractive, you’ll feel more confident about yourself—and others will note that confidence and believe it!

Here’s where dentistry fits in. Your mouth is the most important feature of your face. People notice your teeth every time you speak or smile. If you think you have a less-than-perfect smile, you’ll feel less than perfect. But not to worry, there’s plenty of help right here in our office.

Cosmetic dentistry can make healthy and beautiful smiles a reality for everyone, so contact us today for a consultation. We have the tools to fix imperfections, and repair self-esteem as well!

About Yuri Kaneda, DDS

Dr. Yuri Kaneda was born in Japan and immigrated to the US when she was 4 years old with her family. She lived in Ohio, Nebraska, and Illinois before finally settling in the San Diego area. A graduate of Bonita Vista High School, she went on to the University of California Berkeley where she obtained her Bachelors in Microbiology and Immunology. After working for 2 years in growth plate research at University of California San Diego, she went to the University of California San Francisco Dental School for her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. Upon graduation, she returned to San Diego where she worked as an associate in the practice of Drs. Morimoto and Yaryan, her childhood dentist. She then started her own practice in 1995 and has been at her present location since 1999 which happens to be across the street from her high school!

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