Is a Smile Makeover the Right Choice for You?
What is a smile makeover?
A smile makeover is exactly how it sounds. It involves changing your smile to fit your aesthetic and functional goals. We can accomplish that through many avenues depending on the current state of your dental health in my review.
Are smile makeovers considered cosmetic or restorative dentistry?
Smile makeovers can be considered cosmetic or restorative dentistry depending on the final goals. Often, we're restoring someone's functional bite, reopening after years of wear from things like grinding over time. That would be considered more of a restorative outcome. Whereas someone who is just unhappy with the shape or color of their teeth, that could be considered more of cosmetic dentistry.
What are the goals of a smile makeover?
The goals of a smile makeover are to restore your dental health so you can functionally eat comfortably, whatever you choose. The most important part of a smile makeover is ensuring the patient is happy and excited to go out in the world and smile for photos, smile with their friends and family, and laugh without being held back by concerns about their appearance.
Who would be a good candidate for a smile makeover?
A good candidate for a smile makeover is someone who is unhappy with their smile. Whether it's one small area you want to address or your entire mouth full of teeth, we are here to help you achieve your desired outcome.
What are the procedures involved in a smile makeover?
A smile makeover can involve many procedures. It all comes down to the health of the patient. This could be anything from cosmetic bonding to veneer work to full crowns or even implant-supported dentures. It depends on the current state of the teeth and how much of your natural dentition we're able to save to reach your final goals.
What are the benefits of a smile makeover?
The biggest benefit of a smile makeover is confidence. Everyone feels more confident when they're happy with their smile. Often, we forget that some people are constantly in pain every single day, limiting the foods they can eat based on how they can comfortably chew.
A huge benefit of a smile makeover is that you can comfortably eat any foods you choose.
Will I need anesthesia during a smile makeover?
Anesthesia needs during a smile makeover depend on the treatment being completed. Procedures like orthodontic work or resin bonding often don't require any dental anesthesia. However, if we are doing something more extensive like veneer or crown work, we will recommend dental anesthesia, just localized numbing. We also offer other options such as nitrous oxide or oral conscious sedation. If you are uncomfortable in the chair, don't want to think about it, or if the sound of our instruments bothers you, we can definitely take care of that for you.
How long will it take to heal from a smile makeover?
The healing time from a smile makeover again depends on the treatment being completed. Someone who comes in for orthodontic work or resin bonding will have little to no downtime for healing. Someone undergoing extensive crown or veneer work may have more sensitivity in the gums the day of and the day after.
In contrast, someone getting full implant-supported dentures or an implant-supported prosthesis may experience days to weeks of discomfort before they are fully comfortable eating again.
Can I resume regular brushing and flossing after a smile makeover?
After a smile makeover involving crown work, veneers, orthodontics, or resin bonding, you can immediately resume your normal brushing and flossing techniques.
The only time we advise limiting these activities is if we are utilizing any kind of temporary restorations or if surgery has been performed, in which case we would recommend avoiding the site with the toothbrush.
How can I schedule an appointment to discuss a smile makeover?
Scheduling an appointment to discuss a smile makeover is very simple. Call our office and let them know that you're interested in changing your smile. They'll ask you some questions about what is bothering you and if you're experiencing any dental pain. We can get you in as soon as 24 hours to discuss all of your options.
You’re never alone in caring for your dental health. At Boulder Canyon Dental, our team is here to support and meet you where you are in your dental journey. Call (970) 514-0662 or email [email protected] to connect with us today.