A smile makeover is a comprehensive cosmetic dentistry treatment plan that uses two or more procedures to address multiple aspects of your smile at once — colour, shape, size, alignment, and symmetry. Here is what you need to know before considering one.
What Can a Smile Makeover Address?
A smile makeover can address: discolouration or staining, chipped or broken teeth, gaps between teeth, misaligned or uneven teeth, gummy smiles or uneven gumlines, missing teeth, and worn-down tooth surfaces. The goal is to create a smile that looks beautiful, balanced, and completely natural.
Common Procedures in a Smile Makeover
The most common treatments combined in a smile makeover include teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, cosmetic bonding, gum contouring, Invisalign, dental crowns, and implants for missing teeth. Not all of these will be part of every makeover — your plan is determined by your specific goals and starting point.
The Consultation Process
A smile makeover begins with a thorough consultation. We discuss your goals, analyze your current smile, take photographs, and may use digital imaging to show you a preview of your results. This lets you provide input before any treatment begins — ensuring the final result matches your vision.
How Long Does a Smile Makeover Take?
Timeline depends on which procedures are included. A simple whitening-plus-bonding makeover might be completed in two appointments over a few weeks. A comprehensive makeover involving veneers, Invisalign, and implants can take six months to a year. We will outline the full timeline during your consultation at Smileworks Dental in Calgary.