About Smile Makeovers
Crowns And Bridges
When teeth need to be repaired or replaced as part of the smile makeover, crowns or bridges may be included in the treatment plan.
Dental Crowns
These tooth-shaped caps are useful for restoring the integrity and appearance of teeth that have been severely damaged by decay or injury.
Dental crowns are made of porcelain and/or ceramic materials that replicate the appearance of tooth enamel, and the shade is customized so that the crown blends in with the neighboring natural teeth.
Before placing a dental crown, Dr. Ola will remove all decayed material from the tooth and possibly some additional enamel in order to accommodate the crown. After the tooth is prepped, the crown is bonded to the tooth and becomes a part of the structure, allowing patients full use of the tooth again.
Dental Bridges
These appliances are used to replace a single missing tooth or multiple missing teeth. A pontic (prosthetic crown) is secured in the empty space by two supporting crowns placed on adjacent teeth. Like dental crowns, dental bridges are created to match the patient’s unique smile characteristics.
Common Questions about Enhancing Your Smile
What is a Smile Makeover?
A smile makeover is a comprehensive treatment plan that addresses multiple aesthetic defects in a patient’s smile. In planning for a smile makeover, Dr. Ola may recommend any of the following interventions as part of your customized treatment plan:
● Teeth whitening
● Dental crowns
● Dental bridges
● Dental implants
● Veneers
● Dental bonding
● Inlays and onlays
● Clear braces
Dr. Ola will need to take certain factors into consideration the timing of these interventions, especially when they are planned in combination. Some treatments may need to be started earlier due to their length, while others may need to occur in certain sequences(such as undergoing teeth whitening prior to getting veneers).
What can a Smile Makeover fix?
Dr. Ola can correct a number of flaws in your smile with a smile makeover, including:
- Damaged teeth (chipped, cracked, broken or decayed)
- Undersized teeth
- Misaligned teeth
- Discolored teeth
- Missing teeth
Whatever your complaints about your smile are, it’s highly likely that Dr. Ola can improve on those features in your smile makeover.
How long will it take to achieve my Smile Makeover?
The estimated time frame for your smile makeover will depend on the interventions included in your treatment plan. A smile makeover consisting of a few restorations and teeth whitening, for example, may be completed in as little as a few weeks. However, a treatment plan including clear braces or dental implants may take several months to finish.