The rise of social media has completely upended just about every industry, and dentistry is no exception. Cosmetic dentistry has always drawn in people who are interested in looking their best for the camera, and now that everyone is interested in becoming an influencer themselves, the field has exploded in popularity.
While there’s nothing wrong with people chasing the smiles of their dreams, some people go for cosmetic treatments without fully understanding everything that the process entails, sometimes with serious consequences. The recent “veneers check” trend on TikTok is an excellent example.
(more…)