So true. And perfect, seemingly never-used teeth are just one of the many attributes we're told we need to feel good about ourselves .
From teeth, to hair, to body shape, we receive only the most narrow and uniform messages and images of what qualifies as beauty and healthful appearance.
I'd say your dentist is an exception. I remember when visiting the dentist was clearly about maintaining the health of my teeth. Now I have to fill out questionnaires detailing what I don't like about my smile before they'll even see me. It's now about a smile fix with little or no relation to the integrity of my teeth or their overall purpose - grinding food.
Thanks for sharing! I'm sure many a dental patient can identify with your experience.
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So true. And perfect, seemingly never-used teeth are just one of the many attributes we're told we need to feel good about ourselves .
From teeth, to hair, to body shape, we receive only the most narrow and uniform messages and images of what qualifies as beauty and healthful appearance.
I'd say your dentist is an exception. I remember when visiting the dentist was clearly about maintaining the health of my teeth. Now I have to fill out questionnaires detailing what I don't like about my smile before they'll even see me. It's now about a smile fix with little or no relation to the integrity of my teeth or their overall purpose - grinding food.
Thanks for sharing! I'm sure many a dental patient can identify with your experience.
Susan Beausang
December 15, 2010 - 9:38amThis Comment
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