Smile Makeover

There is an increasing focus on maintaining a youthful apperance.This is of course extend to our mouths because when we smile we show our teeth.In recent years More people have become concerned about having teeth that are straight and free of stains, chips or other obvious imperfections.As a result people often want their teeth to be perfectly uniform and dazzlingly white. Dental offices have responded to consumer demand,and offer many services such as porcelain laminates,bleaching,replacement of amalgam fillings with composite fillings.To complete your smile makeover your dentist will develop a comprehensive treatment plan customize for esthetic goals. This treatment plan may consist of many cosmetic and functionally restorative procedures,potentially including teeth whitening, bonding veneers,dental crowns,orthodontics,oral maxillofacial surgery and gummy smile reduction.

There are many cosmetic options to choose from,depending on what you need to have done. For example:

1. Stained or discoloured teeth-The enamel that covers the teeth isn't impervious to stains,and the underlying tooth structure often yellows over time.Bleaching is an option for healthy teeth.
2. Chips or rough spots-These can be filled with a tooth-colored material called composite.The color of the composite can be chosen so that it matches the color of your teeth.Once the material has been smoothed and polished,it will look virtually the same as the surrounding area.
3. Cavities or cracks-Traditional amalgam fillings work fine in the back of the mouth,but most people don't want to reveal a 'metal mouth' when they smile.An alternative is to use tooth colored fillings which match the color of the teeth.These fillings are made with composite material similar to that used to repair chips or cracks.
4. Broken or crooked teeth-If a tooth has been badly broken or is structurally weak,you may need a crown.The crown may be a porcelain jacket or porcelain-fused-to-metal crown,in which a very thin metal coping supports the porcelain.Both crowns offer excellent results.

Smile makeover:What is involved?
A smile makeover involves consideration of your facial appearance,skin tone,hair color,teeth,gum tissue and lips to develop a customized smile. The resulting improvements are as follows:

1. Optimal tooth color:Amalgam fillings can be replaced with naturel tooth colored composite restorations and teeth whitening can improve the color of stained teeth.Tooth color and shading are important considerations during the evaluation of and preparation for various procedures, including porcelain veneers and dental implants.
2. Aligned for success:Crooked,over apping or gapping teeth can be straightened when necessary through orthodontic improvement with veneers.
3. A full set:Missing teeth can be replaced by dental implants,bridges or partial dentures.
4. Contoured fo look:Uneven teeth can be bonded for improved appearance.Gummy smiles can be re-contoured to improve the overall look of the smile.
5. The full face effect:An unshapely or aging face can be improved or rejuvenated with certain procedures in the smile makeover category, including orthodontics and oral maxillofacial surgery.