If you’d like to drastically alter the appearance of your smile, but you’re dealing with multiple flaws in multiple teeth, there’s perhaps no better answer than a smile makeover. This treatment process combines and streamlines various cosmetic (and sometimes restorative) procedures to give a dull, damaged smile a second lease on life. However, you might be wondering just what elements of your smile your dentist is planning to focus on when carrying out this treatment plan. Here’s a closer look!
The Aesthetic Components of a Smile Makeover
Cosmetic dentists are skilled at finding the right balance between providing you with a brighter, whiter smile and maintaining a natural-looking smile. In addition to the color, alignment, and balance of your teeth in the “aesthetic” zone of your smile, or the section of upper and lower teeth that are visible when you smile, your dentist will carefully consider many other elements of your teeth and gums when planning your smile makeover. These include:
- Tooth Length – Long teeth lend a more youthful appearance, and aging often causes wear and tear on the teeth that’ll make them appear shorter.
- Smile Line – This imaginary line follows the edges of your upper teeth from side to side, and it should ideally be the same as the curve of your lower lip whenever you smile.
- Tooth Proportions – Most people recognize a pleasing smile as one in which the two central front teeth are dominant and have a width-to-length ratio of 4-to-5.
- Tooth Texture – Your cosmetic dentist will ensure that no matter what sort of treatment you receive, the teeth are made to look and feel completely natural.
Once your smile has been evaluated, your dentist will work closely with you to achieve exactly what you want from your makeover. This treatment plan may consist of many cosmetic and functional restorative procedures, including whitening, veneers, bonding, orthodontics, and beyond.
How Can I Maintain My Results?
Cosmetic dentistry procedures require ultra-diligent oral hygiene in order to last for as long as expected. You’ll also want to avoid bad oral habits, particularly smoking and using tobacco. Keep in mind that different treatments have varying lifespans; for instance, teeth whitening may last for several months or a couple of years, while veneers are capable of enduring for well over a decade with the right care.
In any case, oral hygiene is the name of the game, and you should brush and floss daily to keep things looking their best. You should also attend your routine checkups and cleanings, too – not only can your dentist scope out potential problems before they have the chance to worsen, but they can also touch up your results as needed!
About the Practice
Under the talented leadership of Dr. Farshad Bakhtyari and Dr. Pooyan Refahi, the team at Premier Dental Care has proudly served the needs of patients and families in Herndon, VA for several years. They offer a very wide range of cosmetic services, including smile makeovers – meaning if you’re hoping to achieve your dream smile, you’re coming to the right place! If you have any questions about the blog or you’d like to get in touch with the practice to set up an appointment, please reach out online or call today for more information or assistance. Telephone: (703) 860-8860.