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!
Dr. Angela Burns moved to Austin 10 years ago and instantly fell in love with our beautiful city. Dr. Burns is originally from the Texarkana area. She attended Texas A&M for her undergraduate degree and The University of Tennessee Health Science Center for her degree in dental surgery (DDS). Dr. Burns is committed to providing her patients with gentle, technologically advanced dental treatment. She attends an average of 60 hours of continuing education every year. She is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the Texas Dental Association, and the Capital Area Dental Society. Dr. Burns and her husband, Gary, have an 11-year-old daughter, Sydney, who is a proud 6th grader at Hill Country Middle School. She is also very involved in the Eanes PTO, her church, and loves raising her family in the Westlake community. “Growing up, I was drawn to mediating and helping others feel more included and less anxious. I was a camp counselor, student government officer and being the oldest of five, I was the family mediator. I found that I had a calling to help alleviate stressful situations for others and realized that being a good listener was something that was key to this. These skills really helped guide me into becoming a dentist that has based my practice on relationships, empathy and a sense of comfort. I knew that I wanted to provide an atmosphere that felt like home when others walked in. Our practice is small, personal and state of the art and we hope you feel like you’re hanging out with friends when you are here!” When she is not practicing dentistry, Dr. Burns enjoys traveling, hiking the greenbelt, enjoying Austin’s music scene, and eating Amy’s Ice Cream.
