Smile Makeover – Santa Fe, NM
Unlock Your Smile’s Dazzling Potential
Your smile is one of your most important features – after all, it’s the very first thing that strangers notice upon meeting you! That said, if your grin suffers from multiple aesthetic issues, you might be reluctant to show off your teeth, and you may also feel as if your situation is hopeless. This isn’t the case at all; a smile makeover from our team here at Juniper Dental can help. To learn more about this life-changing treatment option and how it can send your confidence soaring, feel free to reach out today; we can’t wait to see you smile your brightest!
Why Choose Juniper Dental for a Smile Makeover?
- Skilled Dentist with Several Years of Experience
- Digital Smile Design Ensures Optimal Results
- Beautiful, Safe Metal-Free Restorations Used
How Does a Smile Makeover Work?
The smile makeover process is different for each patient, since every person’s smile differs and has varying needs. After examining your teeth and gums and discussing your goals with you, Dr. Zhang will put together a custom treatment plan that combines whatever treatments are necessary to help you achieve your dream grin. This might include:
- Veneers, which are thin, durable shells that can be bonded to the front surfaces of teeth to cover up minor flaws.
- Metal-free dental restorations, that blend in beautifully with the rest of the teeth and offer excellent functionality.
- Cosmetic dental bonding, which involves applying a small amount of composite resin to teeth with chips, cracks, and other minor flaws.
- Teeth whitening, which is used to address stubborn tooth stains and discoloration, regardless of the cause.
The Benefits of Getting a Smile Makeover
There are many benefits that smile makeovers have to offer, such as:
- Removing the flaws from your smile can send your self-esteem soaring and actually instill a more youthful appearance.
- Certain flaws like cracked or unevenly-spaced teeth actually increase the risk of incurring an oral health issue, so addressing them can actually boost your dental wellness.
- Certain treatments, like metal-free restorations, also improve the overall function of your mouth and allow you to eat more comfortably and speak more clearly.
Understanding the Cost of a Smile Makeover
To put it simply, the total cost of a smile makeover depends entirely on what services are included as part of your treatment plan, meaning that until you’ve come in for a consultation, we won’t be able to give you an exact estimate. That said, Dr. Zhang will carefully review every single treatment he’s considering and ensure you’re comfortable with the financial aspect of treatment before committing to it.
Smile Makeover FAQs
How Many Treatments Can Be Included in a Smile Makeover?
The number of treatments required for your smile makeover depends on your unique situation. Before you can undergo any elected service, you must schedule a consultation with Dr. Zhang to discuss your goals and concerns. Then, he’ll examine your condition to devise a plan to help you meet them.
Once you’ve established your desired outcome, there’s no real limit to the number of procedures you can include. For instance, if you have dark or damaged teeth that detract from your appearance, we can use a combination of teeth whitening, veneers, dental bonding, or dental crowns to restore your smile’s functionality and style.
How Long is a Smile Makeover?
The amount of time it takes to upgrade your grin is based on the various procedures you must undergo to achieve the desired results. Some services, like dental bonding, can often be completed from start to finish in a single, hour-long visit. Other solutions, like porcelain veneers, require multiple appointments over a few weeks to complete.
The best way to get an accurate estimate of the expected timeline for your treatments is to ask Dr. Zhang during your consultation. He can walk you through the details of each proposed service, including how long each one lasts and what to expect from recovery, so you can plan accordingly.
Is a Smile Makeover Safe?
If you’re concerned that the cosmetic procedures involved in your makeover will harm your dental health, you can set your concerns aside! Treatments intended to boost your appearance are considered minimally invasive because they don’t involve needles or complex surgeries and are considered safe for most people.
That said, not every service is right for every circumstance, so Dr. Zhang ensures you have a clean mouth before proceeding. For example, if you have cavities, he’ll provide tooth-colored fillings before sending you home with a customized teeth-whitening kit to avoid a potentially painful reaction that occurs when bleach is placed over tooth decay.
Does a Smile Makeover Hurt?
Many patients avoid scheduling procedures if they’re afraid they’ll be long and agonizing, but thankfully, that’s not the case when it comes to upgrading your grin. Cosmetic solutions generally are not considered complex or invasive. Some, like dental bonding and teeth whitening, are so straightforward that you don’t need a local anesthetic before we begin working.
Other options, like veneers and dental crowns, require that some of your enamel is removed for them to fit correctly. This can cause sensitivity immediately following your appointment, but it typically fades over the next several days and can usually be addressed with over-the-counter medications like ibuprofen or Tylenol.