A smile makeover can drastically improve the way you look. It typically involves a combination of cosmetic dental treatments that are done primarily to improve the aesthetics of your smile. The treatments aim to address all of the patient's concerns while the dentist uses their expertise to ensure the patient's new smile looks great and natural.
4 Questions to ask before getting a smile makeover
Here are some important questions anyone interested in getting a smile makeover should ask themselves and their dentist:
1. What are the main flaws of your teeth?
Patients should have a good idea of the things they do not like about their smiles before their smile makeover consultation. It is possible to dislike things about your smile that are not classified as dental problems. Knowing what a patient wants makes it easier for the dentist to come up with a smile makeover program that addresses all of their needs.
The dentist will examine the patient's mouth, looking for any issues they might have missed. Diagnostic tests like x-rays might be used to give the dentist a better idea of what the bone structures that support the patient's teeth look like.
2. Do your gums negatively impact your smile?
Some people have gums that are overexposed when they smile. The condition is known as a gummy smile and it can negatively affect the appearance of a person's smile regardless of how healthy their teeth look. A dental examination will reveal a gummy smile and there are multiple ways a dentist can go about correcting them. Procedures like gum reshaping or restorations like crowns and veneers can be used to fix excessive gum tissue being exposed while smiling.
3. What type of smile do you want?
Everyone has their own unique idea of what their perfect smile looks like. Some people want Hollywood-ready smiles, while others simply want teeth that look normal and healthy.
Any of these smiles can be created with a smile makeover. It is only a matter of the patient clearly expressing their wishes and concerns to the dentist during their consultation.
4. What type of treatments are performed during a smile makeover?
A variety of cosmetic dental treatments are used during smile makeovers. Some of the more common ones include:
- Teeth whitening
- Composite bonding
- Veneers
- Crowns
- Implants
- Dentures
- Bridges
- Braces and clear aligners
The patient's unique dental health will determine which treatments the dentist goes with. In many situations, there is more than one way to improve the appearance of a tooth. For example, stains that cannot be whitened can be fixed with composite resins, veneers or crowns.
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Improving the way your teeth look is a major change that leads to a more successful and satisfying life. Call or visit our Delray Beach clinic to learn more about how a smile makeover can enhance your smile.
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