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What Can a Smile Makeover Treat?

A smile makeover can treat a broad spectrum of dental challenges, including:

  • Discolored or stained teeth
  • Chipped, cracked, or worn-down enamel
  • Gaps or uneven spacing
  • Crooked or misaligned teeth
  • Excessive gum tissue or uneven gum lines
  • Worn, misshapen, or disproportionate teeth
  • Small teeth or lack of tooth display when smiling

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What Are the Benefits of a Smile Makeover?

In the hands of an experienced cosmetic dentist, a smile makeover can deliver benefits such as:

  • Improved confidence and self-esteem. An investment in the appearance of your smile is an investment in your overall quality of life. A radiant, harmonious smile can profoundly influence how you feel about yourself and how you engage with others.
  • Harmonized facial aesthetics. At Vineyard Dental, we view dentistry as both a science and an art. A well-designed smile should both compliment and enhance your natural facial features. Our careful planning begins outside of the mouth, with detailed analysis of facial features and proportions and how these elements will frame a beautiful smile. This helps the shape, size, and position of the teeth not only appear natural, but also work in harmony and balance with your other facial features. (Gum tissue recontouring often plays an essential role here; even if patients do not consider themselves to have a “gummy smile,” subtle discrepancies in gum levels between teeth (or from one side to another) can disrupt balance. Once corrected, patients are often amazed at the transformation.)
  • Improved oral health and function. With our comprehensive approach, cosmetic transformations can also allow for major improvements in function and long-term health of the whole mouth. Very often when improving the appearance of the teeth, we are simultaneously improving the biting relationship of all of the teeth and protecting them from long-term structural and health issues. Depending on your case, your smile makeover does not have to focus solely on appearance. By undergoing treatments to correct bite issues, restore proper tooth structure, and replace worn or damaged enamel, patients can experience significant oral health improvements and enjoy better longevity for all of their teeth, even teeth that are not being directly treated.
  • Personalized care and comfort. Each smile makeover is entirely unique. Our team collaborates closely with every patient throughout the process, aiming to ensure the outcome aligns seamlessly with the individual’s goals, preferences, and personality.

Am I a Candidate for a Smile Makeover?

Potential candidates for a smile makeover may:

  • Present cosmetic concerns such as tooth discoloration, chips, gaps, missing teeth, or misalignment
  • Exhibit uneven gum lines or an excessively “gummy” smile
  • Feel that their teeth are small or not visible enough when smiling
  • Experience functional issues related to chewing or discomfort from TMJ disorders or clenching
  • Desire a smile that appears brighter or more youthful, balanced, and aesthetically harmonious
  • Wish to correct discolored, dark, uneven, or varying tooth colors
  • Want to address chipped, jagged, or worn-down edges
  • Wish to alter tooth shape, position, prominence, or alignment
  • Be dissatisfied with the appearance of existing dental work that is visible when they smile

Before developing your treatment plan, our team will conduct an evaluation of your oral health and recommend treatment for any existing oral health concerns (e.g. cavities, gum disease) as needed. 

What Treatments Are in a Smile Makeover?

The specific treatments included in a smile makeover will vary depending on your dental health, cosmetic goals, and desired outcome. The options for inclusion will be decided collaboratively by you and your dentist during the consultation. Some of the most popular selections include:

  • Porcelain Veneers

    Porcelain veneers are ultra-thin ceramic shells that are carefully bonded to the front surfaces of the teeth. When meticulously crafted and placed by our skilled dental team, veneers can conceal a wide range of aesthetic concerns, including discoloration and stains, chips, gaps, minor misalignments, uneven tooth shape, or teeth that appear too small.

  • KöR Teeth Whitening

    The KöR professional teeth whitening system is specifically formulated to address deeply embedded stains. This popular in-office option can achieve dramatic brightening and create the vibrant, luminous smile you crave.

  • Invisalign®

    Invisalign® utilizes a series of clear, removable aligners to gently and discreetly guide teeth into their ideal positions. This innovative orthodontic solution is often well-suited for adults and teens with mild to moderate misalignment or bite irregularities seeking a more comfortable and convenient alternative to traditional metal braces. It can often completely address patients’ cosmetic concerns, or it can be a helpful way to allow for more conservative cosmetic treatments by getting teeth in a more ideal position prior to restoring them.

  • Crowns and Bridges

    Dental crowns and bridges can play a vital role in restoring both the function and aesthetics of the teeth. A crown is used to strengthen and protect a tooth that is weakened, damaged, or aesthetically compromised, while a dental bridge can replace missing teeth to restore proper bite alignment and preserve the integrity of surrounding teeth.

  • Implant Restorations

    For patients with missing teeth, dental implants can provide a durable, natural-looking solution. Implants serve as artificial tooth roots, supporting custom restorations such as crowns and bridges. In addition to their cosmetic advantages, dental implants can help preserve jawbone density and maintain facial structure over time.

  • Cosmetic Dental Bonding

    Cosmetic bonding is a conservative solution for minor aesthetic concerns such as chips, cracks, gaps, and irregular tooth shapes. This procedure involves the application of tooth-colored composite resin, which is sculpted and polished to blend with the natural teeth.

  • Gum Lift/Recontouring

    For individuals concerned with an uneven gum line or excessive gum display, a gum lift or recontouring procedure can provide a precise solution. By gently reshaping excess gum tissue, our dentists can reveal more of the natural tooth structure and produce a more balanced, symmetrical, and aesthetically pleasing smile. Even subtle adjustments can significantly enhance the harmony between the teeth and gums, often creating dramatic improvements in the overall look of the smile.

What Does the Smile Makeover Process Involve?

The steps of your smile makeover process will depend on the treatments being included. The journey begins with a comprehensive consultation, during which our dentists will evaluate your oral health and discuss your goals. Any necessary preliminary care, such as addressing cavities or gum disease, will be completed first to create a healthy foundation.

Your selected cosmetic and restorative treatments will then be performed in a carefully sequenced manner, either across multiple visits or combined when appropriate. Upon completion, our team will review your results and provide guidance for maintaining your new smile through proper at-home care and routine dental visits.

Start Your Smile Story with Vineyard Dental

A beautiful, confident smile has the power to brighten every aspect of your life. Our team at Vineyard Dental is here to help you achieve the outcome you desire with expertise, artistry, and compassionate care. Contact our office today to schedule your smile makeover consultation!