Smile Makeover In Toledo & Sylvania
At Our Dental Office in Sylvania
Cosmetic dentistry treatments and services can be performed individually or combined for a more powerful transformation. The process of combining two or more cosmetic dentistry treatments is known as a smile makeover, and it is offered at Dental Health Associates.
Smile Makeover Candidates
Smile makeover candidates dislike multiple aspects of their smile. For example, they may be self-conscious of their tooth color and the length of their teeth. Perhaps their smile is marred by small imperfections like chips or cracks. Or, maybe they feel embarrassed by crooked, uneven teeth. Dental Health Associates encourages any potential candidates to discuss these concerns with our team today.
More about Smile Makeover
The first step to a smile makeover is to determine the most appropriate treatments for the patient’s specific needs and goals. This portion of the process includes a thorough examination and discussion of what the patient likes and dislikes about their smile. Our dentists recommend a combination of suitable treatments to achieve the desired look. When making recommendations, our dentists consider a number of the patient’s characteristics, including their facial appearance, skin tone, hair color, teeth, gums and lips.
Smile makeover can include any combination of the following:
- Porcelain veneers to improve the size, shape, length, color or uniformity of the teeth
- Teeth whitening to bleach stains or discoloration
- Tooth-colored fillings to replace outdated metal-based fillings
- Orthodontic or Invisalign treatment to correct crooked or misaligned teeth
- Bonding to conceal small dental imperfections (e.g., chips, cracks, spaces)
- Porcelain crowns to cover cracked or fractured teeth
- Gum re-contouring to remove excessive gum tissue and improve the gum-to-tooth ratio
Benefits of Smile Makeover
Confidence comes from within, but how you feel about your appearance plays a pivotal role. When you’re happy with your smile, you’re more likely to brandish a wide grin that comes across as friendly and inviting. A confident smile may make you more likely to pursue job promotions and romantic partners. Smile makeover improves your confidence in your smile. Whether addressing one or two tooth imperfections or having more comprehensive treatment for your smile makeover, the process can upgrade the appearance of your teeth and gums. Enhancing your smile can make you look younger with brighter, straighter teeth.
Smile makeovers often lead to better oral health. Tooth gaps and crooked teeth can make clearing food debris with brushing and flossing challenging and create a breeding ground for tooth decay. Orthodontics, porcelain veneers, dental crowns, and dental bonding can address the uneven spacing and make oral hygiene easier at home. Crooked teeth increase the risk of gum disease, and straightening your smile removes that concern. You’re also more likely to prioritize dental hygiene after cosmetic dentistry to ensure you enjoy your results for as long as possible.
Smile makeover streamlines your cosmetic dental work, transforming your smile in less time. It’s a worthwhile investment that provides long-lasting results if you have bi-annual dental exams and teeth cleanings and brush, floss, and rinse daily.
Smile Makeover FAQs
How long can smile makeovers last?
How long your smile makeover results last depends on the type of cosmetic dentistry services in your treatment plan. Professional teeth whitening may last six months up to a year or longer with proper care and avoiding foods and beverages that stain teeth. Porcelain veneers can last five to 10 years, and dental crowns stay in good condition for up to 15 years. However, these are just average ranges, and the longevity of your results comes down to how you care for your new smile.
Good oral hygiene — including brushing twice daily, flossing daily, and rinsing with mouthwash — ensures your teeth stay healthy and aesthetically pleasing. Seeing our dentists for teeth cleanings twice yearly catches oral health concerns early and scrapes away plaque that may otherwise turn into dental caries. Smile makeover patients should avoid chewing on hard objects and foods like ice, pens, peanut brittle, and hard candy. Don’t use the sharp edges of your teeth as tools to open packaging and focus on a healthy diet.
A customized nightguard can protect your new smile if you are prone to grinding or clenching your teeth at night.
Am I too old or too young for smile makeover?
There are no age limits for adults seeking cosmetic dentistry procedures. However, you must have good oral health before your smile makeover. Some people may need periodontal treatment or tooth-colored fillings before getting cosmetic dental work.
Teenagers and young adults should wait until their teeth and mouth develop completely. Some procedures are permanent, such as porcelain veneers that remove tooth enamel. Our dentists may create a unique plan for teenagers with tooth imperfections, such as dental bonding to conceal chips, gaps, and discoloration or improve mishappen teeth. Only dental professionals should perform teeth whitening on younger patients to avoid damaging the tooth enamel and achieve excellent results.
How long does the smile makeover process take?
Smile makeovers typically take several weeks to a few months, but your timeline depends on your chosen procedures. Teeth whitening takes just one hour at our Sylvania office, but porcelain veneers and crowns require more time. Our dentists use CEREC technology to fabricate custom crowns and veneers in our office, eliminating the need for a second appointment to replace a temporary restoration with a permanent one. Orthodontic work and dental implants take longer.
Can smile makeover straighten my teeth?
We offer Invisalign® clear braces at Dental Health Associates of Sylvania. Orthodontic treatment can be a part of your smile makeover.
Are smile makeovers painful?
Most cosmetic dentistry procedures are virtually painless and don’t cause significant irritation or discomfort. Still, you may experience some pain, tooth sensitivity, and swelling after some dental work, such as gum recontouring and porcelain veneers.
Will insurance cover my smile makeover?
Dental insurance providers do not cover elective dental work. If a portion of your smile makeover is medically necessary, your dental plan may cover that portion, such as a dental crown for tooth decay. Our dentists offer in-house savings plans and financing options, including CareCredit™.
To learn more about smile makeover, please contact Dental Health Associates today.