Smile Makeover - Cosmetic Dentistry and Dental Care Frequently Asked Questions

A smile makeover can help you drastically improve your smile, but many people are unsure as to how it works or what can be done to make their teeth look better. Below are some answers to a few frequently asked questions about smile makeovers.

I’ve never liked the way that my teeth look. Can a smile makeover help me?

It depends on what you dislike about your teeth. If you have a gap that you do not care for or if your teeth aren’t as white as you’d like them to be, then cosmetic dentistry can absolutely help you! If, however, you’ve got pain or other serious problems in your jaw, you may need to have more in-depth procedures done on your teeth to get your mouth free of pain as well as looking its best.

I have a tooth missing. What can I do about that?

Many people want a smile makeover because they have teeth missing. They feel that the stigma of having teeth missing, especially teeth that are easily seen when you smile, is one that they don’t want to have to deal with any longer. Cosmetic dentistry can, in fact, help people who are looking to fill in their tooth gaps. A dental implant can be done by a skilled cosmetic dentist who puts a new tooth in the spot of the missing one which will perfectly blend in with the rest of your other teeth.

Aren’t the at-home whiteners just as good as the ones used during cosmetic dentistry?

No, they’re not. An at-home whitener has to be approved for at-home use, which means that it’s not nearly as strong as the one that a dentist can use. If you’ve ever tried an at-home whitener, you know that it’s either a glorified form of tape, or it has disgusting flavored paste that goes with it. A professional teeth whitening includes using UV light to actually brighten your teeth in a safe manner, allowing them to look white and bright for a very long time.

Is a smile makeover something that anyone can have?

In most cases, anyone can have a smile makeover to help their mouths look beautiful. It is a good idea to check with your dentist before you commit to one to ensure that you are a good candidate.