Smile Makeover – General Cosmetic Dentistry Information

Thanks to television programs such as Extreme Makeover, the art of the smile makeover and cosmetic dentistry in general have become well known in millions of households. Many people, however, do not understand exactly what a smile makeover is and how it is accomplished.

A smile makeover is not a static treatment option, nor is it a single procedure. Rather, it is a comprehensive treatment plan that is precisely tailored to the unique needs and goals of an individual patient. A smile makeover plan can be comprised of a few simple treatments such as porcelain veneers or teeth whitening, or it can include several major treatments, such as dental implants and the crafting of multiple dental crowns. It all depends on the patient.

A qualified, experienced cosmetic dentist is able to customize each component of a smile makeover, selecting those treatments that best complement each other and are most likely to give a patient the exact results he or she desires. Porcelain veneers are the most essential ingredient of most smile makeovers, as they are able to restore teeth to their ideal color, texture, shape, and size with customized sheets of translucent porcelain. Also essential to many smile makeovers is teeth whitening, which can be done in-office with such professional teeth bleaching systems as Zoom! ®

Some smile makeovers entail full-mouth reconstructions, which may include the replacement of missing teeth with dental implants. Dental implants can support a single porcelain crown, a dental bridge, or even a full set of cosmetic dentures.

Some may consider a smile makeover a luxury they can’t possibly afford, but many dental practices offer financing for their cosmetic dentistry procedures. It may help to think of a smile makeover not simply as an aesthetic indulgence but as an investment in one’s self-confidence and overall health.

For more information on smile makeovers and cosmetic dentistry procedures, contact our New York dentistry office.