A perfect white smile is regarded as a Hollywood standard—not only are we bombarded with images of identikit smiles on our televisions and in the movies, but now, white teeth are also a selfie staple. A straight set of white teeth makes a positive first impression and a brighter smile can be a big confidence booster. Teeth whitening is now considered a cosmetic treatment, popularized by the on-screen American starlets of the 1980s. Whiter teeth became synonymous with a healthy appearance and the Americans set the gold standard, while the rest of the world is now ready to follow suit.
With brighter teeth on the beauty radar as a quick and effective beauty overhaul, Dr. Karim Fekih (Founder of Dubai’s The Clinic) takes us through the necessary steps to a perfect smile.
—Elizabeth Whiston-Dew