It’s just about fall, which means there are few things we can rely on. Kids will head back to school, the weather will cool a bit, and pumpkin spice everything will flood the stores once again. But another guarantee is looming large: fall photos. Whether you snap a few shots at the apple orchard or pose for your holiday greeting cards, fall is definitely photo season, and that means it’s time to get your smile ready to go!But what does that mean exactly? What are your options when it comes to getting that brighter, whiter dazzling smile for your fall photos? Keep reading and find out more about the solutions Dr. Peterson offers right in the office!WhiteningOne of the fastest and easiest ways to get whiter and brighter teeth is also the simplest: whitening. Whether you use a professional whitening service or kit, or you use over the counter products like white strips or whitening toothpaste, using a whitening product for your smile is a safe bet for getting a whiter smile fast. Keep in mind that professional whitening will lift more than just surface stains and will create more lasting results than over the counter products, though!VeneersVeneers are another relatively fast way to get a whiter, brighter smile and can be installed in about two weeks. Veneers fit easily over the teeth and last about ten to twenty years with excellent oral hygiene. Veneers are thin porcelain sheets that fit over the teeth and adhere to them. They are stain resistant, and can hide stains, chips, cracks, and minor crowding.BracesWhile most orthodontic treatments won’t make a noticeable change in your mouth in time for fall, you will be well on your way to straighter teeth if you begin an orthodontic program now.  Orthodontics not only help to correct a bad bite, they can help the appearance of our teeth and smile!Cleaning and ExamCleaning the plaque and tartar from your gum line is essential to having whiter, brighter teeth.  Getting regular cleanings and exams helps the teeth by removing this accumulated buildup.To schedule any cosmetic or medical services with Dr. Peterson, please contact the office today.