A smile makeover is when a series of cosmetic dentistry procedures are carried out either simultaneously or in succession to improve the appearance of a smile. Smile makeovers are becoming increasingly popular because many patients find it frustrating to have one procedure carried out, such as whitening, only for their teeth to be crooked or uneven. The key to a beautiful smile is a healthy, white and even teeth and all of these can be achieved but often with more than one treatment.
Smile makeovers begin with a consultation with a dentist. You will discuss exactly what it is you would like from your smile and your dentist will outline possible methods to achieve this. This is often called a smile plan and will often involve teeth whitening, orthodontic straightening, repair to any damages and even possibly veneers.
It may seem that teeth straightening is quite a long-term goal for a smile plan, but with the advent of modern straighteners such as the Inman aligner and the Six Month Smile treatment, it is now possible to straighten teeth in a matter of a few months. These braces can often be worn at the same time as veneers and other cosmetic dentistry tools. It is also possible to have braces fitted with whitening treatments to kill two birds with one stone.
The cost of a smile makeover from a City of Leeds dentist varies according to the extent of treatment needed but there are treatments available to improve the smile of even those with smaller budgets. The results achievable with a smile makeover are incredible so why not ask your dentist what could be possible for your smile.
Treatment usually involves being assessed by a dentist, during a preliminary appointment to judge suitability. Once this has been established, a dentist will fit the Six-Month braces, manufactured in the special Six-Month laboratory in the United States. The braces require short ten to fifteen minute appointments with the dentist every month for tightening and adjustment. Like most orthodontic procedures, Six-Month braces will be slightly uncomfortable at first but his will usually pass within the first week. After that the braces rarely cause any further discomfort to wearers.
Twenty years ago, patients who required orthodontic teeth straightening were limited in their options. Metal braces were sturdy and effective but they were also uncomfortable and unseemly and if you wanted straight teeth you had little option but to have them fitted. This could be especially upsetting for patients in their teenage years as it meant having to visibly stand out form the crowd during an emotionally difficult time. Thankfully, advances in technology have meant that patients now have a multitude of options available to them, ranging from the very discreet to the very fast acting. The aesthetic impact of braces has been greatly reduced, as has the level of discomfort. Nowhere is this more true than with the Six-Month Smile treatment.
