Get a Confident Smile With a Smile Makeover

Dentists have a wide selection of techniques and tools available for helping patients achieve the smile makeover desired. A lack of confidence in one’s smile can cramp a social life, cause insecurities, or keep an individual from meeting life’s full potential out of embarrassment or anxiety. There are many benefits to having a smile redone, but it is a decision you should make with care. It is important to know what it will cost, how long the results will last, and what maintenance may be needed to preserve the look the treatment achieved.

Treatments based on need

Developing confidence in one’s smile starts with accessing the treatment or solution that could potentially correct the flaws in the smile. Imperfections may be minor, and aesthetic concerns with staining or the flaws could result from missing or gapped teeth. The desired results will help determine which makeover solution is needed.

Discoloration or staining

A lifetime of smoking, consuming acidic foods and beverages, or taking certain medicines can cause the teeth to become discolored or stained. Rather than flashing a brilliantly white smile, brown or yellow-colored teeth may lead to embarrassment and hiding. Teeth whitening is one of the more popular cosmetic solutions for a makeover, as this process tends to provide rapid results. In many cases, whitening done by a dental provider has more reliability and durability than purchasing an over-the-counter product for at-home treatment.

Cracks, stains, chips, and cavities

When the teeth are noticeably damaged, either by being chipped or cracked, dental bonding can help restore a uniform look to the teeth. Using strong, tooth-colored composite resin, a dentist can hide the visible damage on a tooth in as short a time as a single office visit. Bonding is also an option for filling in cavities and protecting any exposed tooth roots from tooth decay. Unfortunately, bonding can become stained or wear down, potentially needing replacement after several years.

Gaps, crookedness, or uneven shapes

There may be a lack of confidence in one’s smile because of small gaps between the teeth or slightly crooked or uneven lengths of some of the teeth. Smile makeover solutions can address these, one of which is veneers. These are thin, tooth-colored overlays cemented to the visible surface of the tooth or teeth with the problems. Veneers are a long-lasting way to change the way a smile looks.

Crooked or crowded teeth, an irregular bite, or jaw position

There are some cases where the teeth are so severely misaligned or crowded that braces should be used to create a uniform smile. Traditional metal braces or clear aligner trays are two of the options for restoring a smile to a facial feature one can be confident in. These treatments do take longer than the other makeover options but tend to have lifelong results.

Types of treatments

The expectation for the makeover is a key factor in determining which treatment could be highly effective. It also depends on a patient’s oral health, as there could be some precluding factors. It is important to check with a dental professional to assess eligibility for any one of the following treatment types.

Teeth whitening

While one of the more popular treatments that are often pursued at home through over-the-counter kits, teeth whitening should be left to a dental practitioner. The solution used in a clinical setting to remove discoloration or stains from the teeth is much more effective and efficient than those typically found in a do-it-yourself kit. An improved look can typically occur in just one office visit.

Dental crowns

Damaged and decayed teeth are unsightly, but a crown provides a natural-looking cap over the particular tooth. In addition to hiding this blemish, the crown also works to protect the tooth from further injury or damage.

Dental veneers

Veneers hide a number of imperfections. For those whose teeth are not uniform or even, the veneers provide the necessary coverage. Veneers are natural-looking and applied to hide stains, cracks, chips, or gaps between the teeth.

Dental implants

Those who have tooth loss may struggle with eating certain foods or find dentures or other oral appliances uncomfortable. Implants firmly fuse replacement teeth into the mouth to restore appearance and functionality.

Conclusion

A smile makeover can deliver results that leave patients confident and satisfied with their smiles. Many of these treatments are minimally invasive and produce results that can last for years. Routine dental care and proper oral hygiene are important for keeping up with the results, but it is well worth the investment. Visit a dentist to find out more about possible makeover solutions.

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