What is a smile makeover?
A smile makeover is a combination of customized dental procedures designed to improve the appearance of your smile and give you the smile of your dreams. A smile makeover combines cosmetic dentistry procedures with restorative dentistry. The goal is to improve the appearance of your smile, give you confidence, and deliver the smile you've always wanted.
Who is a good candidate for a smile makeover?
Because a smile makeover is a highly customized treatment plan that may involve multiple procedures, almost everyone can be a good candidate. Anyone who wants a small improvement in their smile or a complete transformation may be a good candidate for a smile makeover.
What procedures might be involved in a smile makeover?
We've been talking about smile makeovers as customized plans, so they may include multiple procedures. Some examples of procedures that might be involved are whitening, Invisalign, bonding, porcelain restorations, Botox, and gum contouring. These are just examples of what may be included in your personalized plan.
What are the benefits of a smile makeover?
The benefits of a smile makeover are two-sided. There can be health benefits, since it may address infection and inflammation, and there are also cosmetic benefits that can improve confidence.
Do you need to be numb to get a smile makeover?
It depends on your specific treatment plan. For example, if your plan involves Invisalign, some recontouring, and whitening, you may not need to be numb for any of those procedures. However, if your smile makeover involves porcelain crowns, then numbness is typically needed for those kinds of procedures. The answer is: it depends.
What is the recovery time after a smile makeover?
Again, it depends on the combination of procedures included in your plan. Some procedures do not require any recovery time, while others may take up to two weeks for full recovery.
Can you resume regular brushing and flossing after a smile makeover?
You can definitely resume your regular brushing and flossing after a smile makeover. In fact, one of the goals of a smile makeover is to design your smile in a way that makes it easier for you to maintain optimal oral health and keep your new smile for many years to come.
If you’re ready to schedule an exam or would like to learn more about our services, we’d love to hear from you. Call us at (703) 297-4407 or email [email protected]. We look forward to caring for your smile.