Smile Makeover – Lakewood, CO
Crafting Your Smile To Match Your Desires
Having a flawless smile that beams confidence and sincerity can allow you to make impactful first impressions on everyone you meet. If you look at your smile and don’t find it attractive or appealing, Dr. Vinnie can remodel it to match your desires with a complete smile makeover in Lakewood. With
years of hands-on cosmetic dental experience, he’ll develop a completely
customized plan that will include all the treatments you need to spruce up
your grin. All you have to do is
contact us
to schedule a consultation! Our knowledgeable staff of dental professionals
will help your reach your smile goals and give you a trait that you can be
immensely proud to show off.
Why Choose Lakewood Complete Dentistry For A Smile Makeover?
- Custom-Tailored Treatment Plans
- Prioritizing Patient Comfort
- Experienced Cosmetic Dentist
What is a Smile Makeover?
When you visit our office for a complete smile makeover, we’ll develop a customized cosmetic dental treatment plan containing procedures that take your smile from drab and damaged to dazzling. The patients that make the best candidates for smile makeovers are typically people who have good oral health and are looking to fix these cosmetic flaws:
- Tooth staining and discoloration that distracts from your smile.
- Misalignment and gaps between teeth that you feel are unattractive or make it hard to brush and floss.
- Make lines and wrinkles that are a result of stress and aging disappear to reveal a youthful appearance.
- Make teeth that appear too long or short, even and symmetrical.
Patients who would like to achieve a smile with overall harmony, balance, and symmetry can benefit from having a specially crafted plan just for them.
What Treatments Can Be Included In a Smile Makeover?
Because Dr. Vinnie, your cosmetic dentist in Lakewood, completed his clinical requirements for dental school early, he was able to dedicate a large portion of his time to sharpening his skills and expanding his knowledge of cosmetic treatments, which is why he’s able to offer such a large selection of services to his patients. When he crafts your customized smile makeover, you can elect to have some of these treatments included in your plan:
- Porcelain veneers, which are custom-crafted shells that are permanently fixed over the visible portion of your teeth to conceal a variety of cosmetic flaws.
- Dental bonding, which is a cost-effective and fast cosmetic procedure used to repair minor cracks, chips, fractures, and gaps in teeth.
- At-home and in-office professional teeth whitening, which uses high-quality, concentrated products that are proven to be safe, reliable, and offer fast results.
- Gum recontouring, which can fix smiles that appear “gummy”.
- BOTOX and dermal fillers that reduce the appearance of wrinkles around the mouth, eyes, and nose.
What are the Benefits of Getting a Smile Makeover?
There are several reasons that patients elect to have a smile makeover procedure. This all-in-one treatment can tackle countless cosmetic imperfections so you can have a grin that you won’t be embarrassed by. Being able to make positive first impressions with a set of pearly whites that are beautiful, symmetrical, bright, and whole, will give you the confidence you need in social situations, so you feel comfortable smiling whenever you feel like it.
Investing in a grin that you’re proud of is one of the best choices you can make. Dr. Vinnie will walk you through the process step-by-step, so you feel completely comfortable with your decision to improve your grin. With our experienced and kind dental staff by your side, you’ll feel comfortable and well cared for!
Smile Makeover FAQs
How Many Treatments Can You Include in a Smile Makeover?
A smile makeover can be as few as two treatments and include as many as we offer at Lakewood Complete Dentistry. The number of treatments included in your plan will largely depend on your goals. For example, if you want a straight smile with gleaming white teeth, Invisalign treatment combined with teeth whitening can accomplish those goals. The greater your vision is for your grin, the more treatments you may need to realize it. This is why every smile makeover begins with a consultation with Dr. Vinnie. Together you can discuss your plan to make your dreams meet reality.
Is a Smile Makeover Worth It?
It’s true that handling multiple procedures through a smile makeover can be a sizable financial commitment and it’s only natural to be cautious with your budget. However, it’s better to look at these treatments as an investment rather than a purchase you’re making on a whim. If your smile isn’t a source of joy for you, the results of your makeover could be priceless. Not only could it improve your confidence and mental health, but it could also help you in your career and your social life. After all, your grin is one of the first things other people notice when they meet you, and research shows that people with great smiles are seen as more approachable, intelligent, and successful!
Is a Smile Makeover Covered by Insurance?
Since most of the treatments included in a smile makeover tend to be cosmetic, it’s rare for dental plans to cover them. However, there may be some portions of your makeover that are covered by your plan. For example, if you need a metal-free restoration like a dental crown or bridge, it’s more likely that your insurance may cover some of those costs. Before your treatment begins, we’ll help go through your information to see how much of your smile makeover is covered by your dental insurance plan.
How Long Does Cosmetic Dentistry Last?
Different cosmetic treatments wear out at different rates, so your mileage will vary based on the specific procedures you’ve had. Cosmetic dental bonding, for example, will last around four years on average while porcelain veneers can last a decade or more! There are also treatments like gum recontouring that will keep your gumline gorgeous, permanently. The real secret to the longevity of cosmetic dentistry is how well you take care of your teeth. A good oral care routine can drastically boost the lifespan of your treatments, so be sure to brush twice a day and floss each night to ensure your smile stays brilliant for the long haul.
How Long is a Smile Makeover?
How long a smile makeover takes will vary from patient to patient. The treatment can include differing types and numbers of services, so its duration depends on your choices.
For example, some smile makeovers can be done in a single dental visit. That’s often the case when they only consist of teeth whitening, cosmetic dental bonding, and gum recontouring. Depending on the situation, your makeover could even wrap up in one hour.
Alternatively, more involved smile makeovers can take weeks or months at a time. This extended treatment time occurs when you need more invasive dental work. In particular, a makeover that includes veneers or dental crowns will need several trips to the dentist.
Is a Smile Makeover Safe?
You can rest easy – smile makeovers are harmless and won’t damage your teeth or gums. On the contrary, they should only enhance your grin’s looks without causing any complications.
Firstly, neither teeth whitening nor cosmetic dental bonding use toxic chemicals. Their gels and resins (respectively) won’t upset or damage your mouth’s various tissues. Applying those materials is also smooth and easy; it shouldn’t cause any side effects.
Veneers and crowns are safe as well, though placing them does remove some enamel. The prosthetics help your otherwise exposed teeth by covering their surfaces. Just remember to treat any pre-existing decay or infections before getting them; they’d make such problems harder to fix.
Does a Smile Makeover Hurt?
While smile makeovers involve multiple services, they don’t (or at least shouldn’t) hurt or cause discomfort. Dentists take every step to make them easy and pain-free for dental patients.
For starters, note that most cosmetic dental services aren’t invasive. Common options like teeth whitening and dental bonding don’t even require local anesthetics. Instead, you can receive them and trust that care won’t trigger pain.
Dentists will also numb your mouth before doing any invasive cosmetic work. That way, placing veneers, crowns, and other prosthetics won’t hurt your mouth. The most you’ll sense is some pressure as the dental team works through your treatment.
Lastly, any post-treatment soreness is temporary and fades after a few days. You can manage it with painkillers in the meantime.
Do Smile Makeovers Have an Age Limit?
Given how involved they can be, you may wonder if smile makeovers have a minimum or maximum age limit. The answer is simple: they generally don’t. Except for babies or toddlers, patients of all ages can receive smile makeover treatments.
Whether you qualify for a smile makeover depends on your oral health, not how old you are. Most folks make for fine candidates if they’re free of tooth decay, gum disease, etc. Even when those issues are present, a dentist can quickly treat them so you qualify later.
If there’s one break in the “all ages” rule, it’s teeth whitening for teenagers. Dentists often recommend patients wait until they’re 14 before getting this service.