Most of us have heard of a “makeover.” Typically, it involves taking an average-looking person and making significant improvements in his or her looks through hairstyle, clothing, and/or makeup. But have you ever heard of a smile makeover? The concept is actually quite similar to other makeovers – it involves making a dental patient’s smile as healthy and beautiful as possible. A smile makeover can work for almost anyone, no matter how dentally challenged they may be. Here are a few facts about smile makeovers that are important for you to know as you decide whether or not you might be a good candidate for a makeover.
- A smile makeover is highly personalized. Every dental patient has different challenges. For some people who enjoy good oral health, a makeover may be as simple as a few cosmetic procedures, while others may need more extensive restoration work to achieve a beautiful smile. Your dentist can perform an oral exam and create a specialized makeover plan for you, which may include any combination of general dentistry, restorative dentistry and/or cosmetic procedures.
- Age makes no difference when it comes to a smile makeover. Almost anyone can benefit from a makeover plan – from a teenager to a senior citizen. As long as you have your adult teeth and a desire for a beautiful smile, your dentist can work with you to achieve that goal.
- A makeover isn’t just about your teeth – it’s about your gums as well. Remember that you can’t have healthy teeth without healthy gums. In fact, gums are (literally) the foundation for healthy teeth. So if you have gum disease, your dentist will need to resolve that issue before moving onto any other procedure that may be part of your smile makeover.
- Your makeover plan can be adapted to your budget. Talk to your dentist about the costs involved and tell him or her if you have any concerns along those lines. If you have dental insurance, your policy may provide coverage for some general and restorative procedures, but maybe not for cosmetic dentistry. Have that conversation with your dentist early on. Chances are, he or she can create a makeover plan that not only results in a more attractive smile, but also one that fits into your budget.
Countless studies conducted over the past several years have shown that a more attractive smile improves your self-esteem, self-confidence and how you are viewed by others. So having a nice smile can change your life for the better! Smile makeovers are designed to do just that. Talk to your dentist today to find out more.
