If yellowed teeth or gaps in your smile have you feeling self-conscious, a smile makeover with cosmetic dentistry could be the solution. With patience and help from a skilled and experienced dentist, you can achieve a dazzling smile. Take the first step by learning more about the process below.

What Is a Smile Makeover?

A smile makeover is a comprehensive set of cosmetic dentistry procedures that address flaws such as discoloration, minor misalignment like gaps or slight crookedness, and even minor damage like chips or cracks. The treatment plan for a smile makeover is personalized, so it may contain any combination of the following treatments:

• Invisalign^®: To address misalignment and give you a straighter, healthier smile
• Teeth Whitening: To eliminate accumulated dental stains from coffee, wine, tobacco, and other culprits
• Porcelain Veneers: To conceal any internal dental stains, correct minor misalignment, and repair minor damage
• Dental Crowns & Fillings: To replace any metal restorations with tooth-colored options

What Does the Treatment Entail?

You’ll start with a consultation to ensure you are a good candidate for a smile makeover. The dentist will then create a custom treatment plan for your specific concerns. If Invisalign is recommended, that’s usually the starting point because it can take several months to complete treatment. Teeth whitening is usually the next cosmetic dentistry procedure performed, so that any other treatments, like veneers or dental fillings and crowns, can be matched to newly whitened teeth.

Expect the process to take multiple visits to your dentist’s office since many procedures are a multi-step process. Porcelain veneers, for example, require two visits. The first allows the dentist to prep your teeth and take impressions to create custom veneers. The second appointment is when the veneers will be permanently affixed to your teeth. A smile makeover can have a dramatic impact on your smile’s appearance and, as a result, your self-confidence, although results will need to be maintained with proper care.

When you want a radiant smile you’ll feel confident showing off, Stephen R. Ho, DDS, can help. He has served the Waikiki community in Honolulu, HI, for over 25 years and has additional certifications in cosmetic dentistry, so you can rest assured that your smile is in capable hands. He will work with you to develop a treatment plan that meets your needs and budget. Don’t waste another minute feeling self-conscious about your smile and call Dr. Ho today at (808) 949-4288 to schedule a free smile makeover consultation. Visit his website to see some of the incredible transformations his patients have experienced.