Smile Makeover

A Smile Makeover is a customized cosmetic procedure intended to enhance the appearance of your smile using a specialist’s eye for aesthetics and the latest  dental techniques. The treatments used are selected based on your individual needs and goals and performed to preserve your oral health. The process is enhanced by utilizing state-of-the-art digital smile design technology, which makes it possible for you to “try on” your smile before beginning treatment and make adjustments until the ideal outcome is achieved.

So much more than a single enhancement, Smile Makeovers can modify your smile so it achieves greater harmony with your facial features. By combining treatments, patients can see a dramatic improvement in a wide range of areas, and our approach can deliver results that look and feel completely natural. Our in-house team of leading dental professionals is dedicated to providing excellence in specialty dental care. Long-lasting oral health and enduring beauty are our top priorities.

There are many issues that may be holding your smile back, from the dominance of your gumline to the shape and size of your individual teeth. Concerns that are seemingly cosmetic in nature may even be negatively impacting your oral health without your knowledge. Based on a discussion of your desired results, our multispecialty team can create the perfect treatment plan to transform your smile.   

Missing Teeth

It’s no secret that lost or missing teeth are not only aesthetically unfavorable, but also damaging to your oral wellness. The longer a missing tooth remains unfilled, the more bone recession patients can experience over time. This can change your facial shape, as well as shift nearby teeth out of place. Fortunately, tooth replacement solutions like dental implants or bridges can be incorporated into your Smile Makeover to renew the appearance and function of absent teeth. 

Spacing and Alignment 

Spacing issues and misalignments can have a domino effect on surrounding teeth as well as the accuracy of your bite. During a Smile Makeover, imperfections like gaps, crowded teeth, and asymmetry can be corrected with solutions that range from cosmetic bonding and porcelain veneers to Invisalign® orthodontic treatment. For minor spacing problems, our team can often restore an even smile within the span of one appointment.  

Aesthetic Balance 

The proportions of the teeth in relation to the gums is an aspect of dentistry that greatly affects the appearance of your smile. Consequently, a dominating gumline can reduce the amount of “tooth-show” and cause your teeth to look short or aged. Laser gum recontouring is a cutting-edge technique designed to improve the balance between your teeth and gums, thereby enhancing your entire smile. On the other hand, porcelain veneers can be placed to lengthen the enamel and restore the proportions of a youthful, healthy tooth. 

Shade and Color

Stains and discoloration that penetrate the inside of a tooth often linger no matter how many over-the-counter whitening products are utilized to lighten your tooth shade. Professional teeth whitening is perhaps the most simple, yet effective addition to a Smile Makeover that can erase deep stains and restore a bright, luminous sheen. Severe discoloration on a tooth can also be concealed using a porcelain veneer, which is shaded to match the exact color of the rest of your smile.  

During your visit to our office for a smile design, your dentist will create a preview of your new smile using our advanced digital imaging technology. This digitally-designed preview is an invaluable step that will allow you to view the proposed changes, and weigh your various options before committing to a treatment plan. Impressions of the design will also act as guides for the fabrication of your provisional restorations and serve as precise communication tools for the master lab ceramist, who will construct your restorations.

Once all of the components of your new smile are all ready, you will return to our office to have them placed. Because we use the latest in sedation dentistry technology, you will have the option of relaxing in complete comfort while we perform multiple procedures in just one office visit. The result is that your smile design could be complete in just a few sessions!

In order to achieve the best possible results, your smile design treatment plan should be as unique as you are. Our dental specialists have the experience, skill, and keen aesthetic sensibilities to give you a smile perfectly suited to your features.

The price of a Smile Makeover will depend on which treatment you choose, the complexity of your cosmetic program, and other factors we discover during your evaluation. We will review the full cost of your treatment plan with you during your initial consultation, so that you are always well-informed about your procedure. If you would like to consider dental financing, we work with reputable lenders that can help you bring the cost of your plan into your budget. We’re here to help, so please don’t hesitate to ask any questions at your consultation or at any time during your Smile Makeover process.

At Scripps Center for Dental Care, patients can undergo a smile design transformation quickly and comfortably. In just a few visits to our multispecialty office, you can have a beautiful smile that you will be proud to show off every chance you get! If you would like to learn more about how you could improve your appearance and overall quality of life through a customized smile design plan, contact our practice today to schedule a consultation.

While a Smile Makeover is designed to revitalize your smile for decades into the future, the lifespan of certain restorations may vary. The longevity of dental crowns, implants, and porcelain veneers can surpass many years as long as patients take good care of their teeth and keep up with their semi-annual dental appointments. Results from teeth whitening may require touch-up treatments every now and then depending on how frequently you expose your teeth to staining agents, such as wine, tea, and coffee. We will fully explain what you can expect for the long-term outcome of your Smile Makeover based on the unique details of your treatment plan. In any case, our dental professionals approach each Smile Makeover with the intention of creating lifetime improvements.

Yes, a Smile Makeover is usually geared towards resolving more surface-level cosmetic imperfections. If the issues you’d like to address are more serious in nature, or deal with a loss of function in the teeth, missing teeth, severe gum disease, or unexplained pain, a full mouth rehabilitation may be more appropriate. Like a Smile Makeover, full mouth rehabilitation involves combining several different treatments into one dental plan. These services are often spaced out over several appointments to obtain the best possible result, but approaching multiple concerns in one treatment plan allows our team to work together on an optimal approach. Full mouth rehabilitation can be ideal if you have difficulty chewing, a tooth infection, several damaged teeth, or a general sense of pain in the teeth and/or gums. Once you discuss your needs with our friendly dentists in a consultation, we can present you with the most ideal options to bring new life back to your smile.

When your Smile Makeover plan is curated by a highly qualified dental team who can identify whether you’re a good candidate for treatment, a Smile Makeover is very safe and predictable. Barring our implant dentistry treatments, most options typically included in a Smile Makeover are non-invasive or minimally invasive. This aligns with our philosophy in cosmetic dentistry, which aims to use conservative techniques and preserve your natural tissue whenever possible. Not only do our dentists offer a wealth of experience in rehabilitating the form and function of your smile, but our team also features experienced dentists from several different specialties to ensure an unmatched quality of care for each patient. Together, we collaborate to identify the most efficient and effective techniques to achieve your goals. In addition, our practice utilizes top-of-the-line dental technology encompassed by digital x-rays, 3D software to “preview” your new smile before treatment, digital impressions, and sedation dentistry, among other features to make your experience more comfortable.