A beautiful smile can be a marvelous asset for both business and the social scene, but some people are nervous about showing their teeth due to dental flaws like cracks, chips, and stains. Smile makeovers have completely revamped many people’s teeth, giving them the ideal grins they’ve always dreamed of. While a smile makeover can do a lot of good, they are not to be taken lightly. Here are some excellent questions to ask during your smile makeover consultation.
What Can a Smile Makeover Fix?
There is no standard smile makeover. Each makeover is customized to fit the needs and desires of a particular patient, and modern dental science offers many ways to improve someone’s teeth. One patient may require veneers, a few crowns, and teeth whitening. Someone else may need gum recontouring and Invisalign treatment. Talk to your dentist about which of your dental issues a smile makeover can address.
How Long Will It Take to Complete My Smile Makeover?
Since different smile makeovers involve different procedures, they take different amounts of time to complete. Ask the team at your dentist’s office about how many procedures, how many visits, and how much recovery time your smile makeover might entail. Be sure to also ask how long the whole process will take from start to finish.
Do You Have a Portfolio of Previous Smile Makeover Patients?
If you’re getting a smile makeover, you’ll want to make sure your dentist is the right one for the job. At your consultation, ask the dentist if they have a gallery of photographs that show previous patients before and after their makeovers. This will give you a clearer idea of the results you can expect from the process as well as the peace of mind that comes with knowing that your dentist has achieved the results you want many times before.
How Much Can I Expect to Spend on a Smile Makeover?
Since each smile makeover entails different treatments, they can vary quite a bit in terms of cost. In some cases, a patient’s dental insurance will cover preventive or restorative work, but most insurance providers will not pay for cosmetic procedures. Your dentist may offer financing options. Ask to see a comprehensive estimate for your smile makeover so you can plan your budget ahead of time.
About the Author
Dr. Gary C. Nawrocki earned his dental doctorate at the University of Florida in 1980 and has completed thousands of hours of continuing education over the decades. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the Florida Dental Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry. His office in Cocoa Beach, FL offers general, restorative, cosmetic, and emergency dentistry as well as smile makeovers. To schedule a smile makeover consultation, contact the office online or dial (321) 783-7514.