Everything You Need to Know About A Smile Makeover

A smile makeover is a set of cosmetic dental procedures that can transform your smile. Smile makeovers can address a range of cosmetic dental flaws, including discoloration, misalignment, gaps, chips, cracks, and more.

Many people have heard of smile makeovers but may not know exactly what they involve. While a smile makeover can be created for a wide array of reasons – nearly anything that can cause tooth or gum discoloration or damage can be repaired with cosmetic dentistry procedures – the most common reason for a smile makeover is an aesthetic improvement.

Sometimes called full mouth reconstruction, a smile makeover is a combination of procedures that are designed to give you the strong, beautiful smile you've always desired. Often, patients will have multiple cosmetic procedures performed during a single visit, but some patients may prefer to space them out over time.

You have a few options to get your smile looking its best, and a smile makeover might be right for you. Here are a few different procedures to consider before undergoing a smile makeover:

Traditional Metal Braces: This tried-and-true orthodontic treatment can straighten your teeth and fix issues with your bite alignment. Traditional metal braces are still the most popular option for most adults in the US.

Clear Ceramic Braces: If you don't want your treatment to be obvious with shiny metal, clear ceramic braces are a great option for you. They have a similar look to traditional braces but are much less noticeable.

Invisalign®: These clear plastic aligners are another option for straightening teeth without others noticing. The aligners can be removed for short periods of time, so you don't have to change your diet or lifestyle throughout treatment.

Veneers: If you have chipped, cracked, stained, or crooked teeth, veneers can be a great way to fix them and restore your smile. Your dentist will apply these thin, custom-made shells to the front of your teeth to cover any imperfections. Once in place, they will look just like your other teeth and blend in seamlessly.

Dental Implants: Missing teeth are another common problem for many adults in the US. Dental implants can help fill the gap and give you back a full smile once again. Dental implants are small titanium fixtures that your dentist will place directly into your jawbone to serve as replacement roots. Then, a crown will be placed on top of the implant so you can chew normally again.

Teeth Whitening: If you are dealing with yellowing teeth that don't respond to whitening toothpaste, professional teeth whitening may be a good option for you. A whitening treatment from your dentist can get your smile up to eight shades whiter in just one session.

Got any doubts? Visit Alencar Family Dentistry. We are located at 711 Greenbrier Pkwy Suite 101, Chesapeake, VA 23320. Contact us at (757) 546-0301 or visit our website for more information.