Smile Makeover

Smile Makeover

Patients are often curious about what a smile makeover entails in dentistry. A smile makeover involves improving how the patient’s smile looks and making it more attractive. This often includes one or more of the following cosmetic dental procedures: dental bonding, veneers, dental implants, and teeth whitening.

When determining which procedures to use, the dental professional will consider things such as the patient’s facial appearance, their skin tone, hair color, and natural teeth. When a dentist is completing a smile makeover, it is different for each patient and customized to meet their needs. The dental team will work with you to determine what you like and dislike about your smile.

Below is a summary of various components that a cosmetic dentist will evaluate and potentially improve when performing a smile makeover.

Color

The color of the teeth plays an important role in a beautiful smile. Teeth whitening improves the color and appearance of stained teeth. If a dental filling contains silver or amalgam, it can be replaced with natural, tooth-colored composite. The color of the teeth is also critical to consider when considering other cosmetic procedures such as veneers, crowns, bridges, bonding, or dental implants. Dentists often recommend whitening the natural teeth before introducing another type of restoration to ensure it matches.

Dark and discolored teeth often make patients look older. A bright, white smile gives patients a more youthful appearance. When selecting the desired color of your teeth, it is important to also consider your natural skin tone and coloring. Cosmetic dentists are specially trained and skilled in finding a balance between a white smile that still looks natural.

Tooth Length

The length of a patient’s teeth can also impact the appearance of their smile. As patients get older, their teeth can become shorter from routine wear and tear. A gummy smile can also make the teeth appear to be boxy or short. There are various treatments that can be used to adjust the shape of the teeth. This can include reshaping the gums, using composite bonding, or applying veneers to adjust the length of the teeth.

Patients with a gummy smile can undergo treatments to modify their gum line. Lasers and special tools can be used to give the teeth a longer, more natural appearance. In some cases, patients may need to be referred to a periodontist or gum specialist.

Teeth Spacing and Alignment

In some cases, patients may require orthodontic treatment. This is helpful when the teeth are crooked, overlap, or have large spaces. Various treatments such as braces, Invisalign, and veneers can give the teeth better alignment.

Missing Teeth

Missing teeth can cause serious consequences beyond the appearance of the patient’s smile. A missing tooth can negatively impact the patient’s bite, affect the remaining natural teeth, and increase the risk for decay. Prompt replacement of missing teeth is critical to maintain good oral health and a beautiful smile. Various treatments such as dental implants, bridges, and dentures can be used for this type of restoration.

Contact our team today if you are unhappy with the appearance of your smile. Our team can schedule a consultation to determine how to restore your smile and give you beautiful teeth you are proud of. We look forward to working with you soon.

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