Reveal Your Perfect Smile: Exploring the Magic of Smile Makeovers

During the smile makeover process, your cosmetic dentist will work closely with you to develop a personalized treatment plan. This plan may involve a combination of cosmetic and functionally restorative procedures, such as teeth whitening, composite bonding, veneers, dental crowns, orthodontics, oral maxillofacial surgery, or gummy smile reduction.

In addition to the color, alignment, and balance of your teeth in the aesthetic zone of your smile (the upper and lower teeth visible when you smile), there are other attributes that your cosmetic dentist will evaluate when planning your smile makeover:

Tooth Length: Longer teeth contribute to a youthful appearance. Aging often leads to shorter teeth due to wear and tear, while a gummy smile can make teeth appear shorter. Treatments for shorter teeth may involve reshaping and lengthening the two front central teeth using composite bonding or porcelain veneers.

Laser dentistry procedures may be employed to modify the gum line and create the illusion of longer teeth in cases of a gummy smile. Depending on individual needs, a referral to a periodontist for crown lengthening might be considered.

Smile Line: The smile line is an imaginary line that follows the edges of your upper teeth from side to side. Ideally, it should match the curve of your lower lip when you smile. This reference point helps determine the optimal length for your new teeth.

Tooth Proportions: Your cosmetic dentist will evaluate if your teeth are proportionate to each other. A harmonious smile is often characterized by dominant central front teeth with a width-to-length ratio of 4-to-5. This proportion guides the length and width of other teeth in the aesthetic zone, creating a balanced smile line.

Tooth Texture and Characterization: An artistic dentist can customize the appearance of crowns or veneers to achieve a more feminine or masculine look while ensuring they match the natural look and feel of your teeth or those desired from photographs.

To maintain the results of your smile makeover, regular oral hygiene care is essential. Certain procedures may require periodic maintenance, such as teeth whitening to sustain brightness. Porcelain veneers might need replacement if they chip or break off. 

Permanent composite bonding may stain over time and necessitate enhancement or replacement. Dental crowns generally require replacement after 10 to 15 years. Gummy smile improvements may also require further enhancements in the future.

The longevity of your smile makeover is influenced by factors such as the expertise of the ceramist and lab technician, as well as the materials chosen by your dentist. To achieve the best outcomes, take great care in selecting a qualified cosmetic dentist and inquire about the available material options.

Before commencing a smile makeover, it is crucial to undergo a comprehensive evaluation of your oral health. Your dentist at ACE Dental of Texas will assess your teeth, gums, underlying support structure, and bite (occlusion) to determine your candidacy for a smile makeover. If any oral health issues are identified, such as a misaligned bite (malocclusion) or gum disease, they will need to be addressed prior to initiating the smile makeover process. Don’t wait for long book your appointment today by calling us at (833) 777 – 7ACE.