Smile Makeover - Boston, MA
At The Face Dental Group, our cosmetic dentists specialize in enhancing, restoring, and correcting smiles, providing a life-changing experience that boosts confidence and encourages people to showcase their smiles. Many individuals have specific aspects they dislike about their smiles, such as tooth gaps, missing teeth, crooked teeth, old restorations, discoloration, or minor imperfections.
During your initial consultation for a smile makeover in Boston, we engage in a personalized one-on-one conversation to understand your preferences and pinpoint exactly what you are dissatisfied with. This visit includes a comprehensive clinical examination, digital photography in our studio, and intraoral scans of your current situation.
Utilizing 3D Smile Design technology and working collaboratively with our design team, we create a custom smile prototype for you. This process incorporates advanced technology and AI to achieve a natural-looking smile that harmonizes with your facial features, aiming to emulate nature at its best. In the next session, you get to try your new smile, allowing you to view it properly. Once satisfied with the design, our world-class team of designers and master technicians utilize the highest quality dental materials and ceramics to turn your envisioned, natural-looking smile into a reality.
Smile Makeover FAQs
At The Face Dental Group in Boston, we pride ourselves on meticulous attention to detail as we help patients achieve their ideal smiles. If you're interested in discovering what a smile makeover can do for you, we're ready to consult with you. In the meantime, you may have some questions. Below, you'll find answers to common FAQs. If your specific questions aren't listed here, give us a call — we look forward to speaking with you!
How Many Treatments Can You Include in a Smile Makeover?
There is no specific limit on the number of treatments in a smile makeover. We plan your procedures based on your unique goals and needs. Some patients combine teeth whitening with veneers, while others need several restorative treatments or even aligners before focusing on aesthetics.
We strive for efficiency by utilizing advanced technology to map your jaw's movements. This allows us to design restorations that work harmoniously with your bite, reducing the need for future dental visits and bite adjustments. It also protects the health of your temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which connects your lower jaw to your skull.
How Long Is a Smile Makeover?
The timeline for a smile makeover varies. Some treatments, like teeth whitening, take a single appointment. Veneers may require two or more visits. Dental implants or aligners could extend the treatment time to several months. Whenever possible, we perform treatments simultaneously to maximize efficiency.
During your consultation, we will estimate how long it will take to achieve your desired results.
Can I See Smile Makeover Results Ahead of Time?
We want you to feel confident before you commit to anything. That is why we use advanced AI software to provide a realistic preview of your results. You'll be able to see the tooth shape we select for you, designed to complement your face, age, and overall character. You can even preview how your new smile will look under different lighting! Because we use only the highest quality materials for crowns, veneers, and other restorations, your final results will closely match your expectations.
How Do You Maintain Smile Makeover Results?
To help your smile makeover results last as long as possible, you should:
- Stick to a thorough daily oral hygiene routine.
- Visit your dentist every 6 months for a cleaning and checkup.
- Eat a balanced, nutrient-rich diet that supports oral health.
- Limit your intake of highly pigmented foods and beverages that might discolor your teeth.
- Wear a mouthguard when you play sports to prevent injuries to your new smile.
Is a Smile Makeover Safe?
We place a high priority on patient safety! We take every reasonable precaution to minimize the risk of complications. For example, prior to any invasive procedure, we will thoroughly examine your mouth and learn about your medical history. If you have any significant risk factors, we will do our best to address them before moving forward with treatment. During treatments, we utilize advanced technology to make dental implant placement and other procedures as precise and safe as possible.
The chances of you experiencing severe adverse side effects from a smile makeover are quite low. If you would like to know more about potential risks, talk to us during your consultation.
Is a Smile Makeover Worth It?
Depending on the details of your treatment plan, the total cost of your smile makeover may amount to thousands of dollars. It is natural to wonder if it is a worthwhile investment.
Of course, that is a personal determination. However, most patients who have completed a smile makeover would say that the time, effort, and money were all well worth the final results! Improved dental function, a more confident smile, and results that last for years give this service a high value.
There is even a chance that your smile makeover could “pay for itself” because a healthy, attractive smile may open the door for career advancement.
Who Is a Good Candidate for a Smile Makeover?
A smile makeover might be right for you if:
- You struggle with poor oral health.
- You have obvious aesthetic imperfections in your smile, such as damaged teeth or missing teeth.
- You want an efficient means to improve both the appearance and function of your teeth.
During your consultation, our team can evaluate your case and provide an expert opinion on whether a smile makeover is a good fit for your circumstances and goals.
Do Smile Makeovers Have an Age Limit?
A smile makeover can be a complex and lengthy process, so you might wonder if only certain age groups are eligible for it.
Many smile makeover patients are middle-aged or older. That is simply because dental problems and cosmetic issues may become more noticeable as the years pass. However, even young adults can be candidates for this service. Teens and children are typically not candidates because their mouths and jaws are not fully developed.
There is no upper age limit for a smile makeover. As long as you do not have any serious health conditions that could interfere with your ability to undergo cosmetic or restorative dentistry, you should be able to move forward with your desired treatment.
Does a Smile Makeover Hurt?
We do all we can to make patients comfortable during procedures. Local anesthesia and other provisions help with this. You may feel little to nothing while our team works on your smile.
After certain services, it is normal to experience some discomfort. For example, you might notice increased dental sensitivity, swelling, and tenderness. Our team will provide instructions to minimize such symptoms and support your body’s healing process. Depending on the specific nature of your treatment, you may get back to feeling normal within a few days or weeks.
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