A smile makeover refers to any procedure that improves the appearance of your smile. A makeover can address a variety of dental concerns. Some of them include the following:

Missing Teeth

A smile makeover can include dental implants, bridges, or dentures to replace missing teeth. These treatments improve the appearance of your smile by filling the gap in your teeth and improving your bite alignment. This not only improves the look of your smile but also prevents your remaining natural teeth from shifting out of place.

Dental implants are one of the best options for replacing missing teeth because of their natural appearance and superior biting force. While they do require oral surgery for placement, they provide the most natural-looking results compared to other tooth replacement options. Your jaw will heal around the implants in a process called osseointegration, which secures the dental implant in place and prevents it from sliding around in your mouth. 

Uneven, Chipped, or Broken Teeth

A smile makeover can address a wide range of tooth imperfections to improve the appearance of your smile. In some cases, these issues can be corrected with porcelain veneers or dental crowns. Veneers are thin shells of ceramic that cover the front surfaces of your teeth to correct chips, cracks, and discoloration. Dental crowns are ideal if you are concerned about a tooth that is worn down, broken, misshapen, or decayed. Both porcelain veneers and dental crowns are highly customized to your individual aesthetic goals, and our dentist in  Redmond, WA, will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that addresses all of your concerns.

Gaps Between the Teeth

An uneven smile can be irritating and embarrassing, but gaps between your teeth don’t have to be permanent. A gap in your smile can result from teeth that are missing or damaged beyond repair. Alternatively, you may have a gap in your smile from naturally small teeth or asymmetrical jaw development.

If you have a single tooth gap, it’s usually possible to place a crown on the tooth to cover the gap and prevent any shifting of the surrounding teeth. If your teeth are severely out of place due to misalignment or other issues, it may be recommended to realign your teeth with braces or a retainer. In some cases, orthodontic appliances can cause patients to have gaps in their teeth if they aren’t worn as prescribed.

If you have a gap of several teeth in a row, you more than likely require a different procedure than a single tooth gap closure. In these cases, it’s typically more beneficial to treat your overall oral health rather than focusing on closing one area of your mouth. For example, if you have some missing teeth or have severe decay on a tooth beside a gap, it’s best to consider an implant to replace your missing tooth. However, if you are only missing one or two teeth in a row without much damage on either side of the gap, a bridge may be a good option to close the space.

Visit Essence of Dentistry at 16300 Redmond Way #200, Redmond, WA 98052, or call (425) 885-0200 for the best dental care.