Are you unhappy with your smile? Do you dislike the gaps, missing teeth, stains, and misalignment you see in the mirror every day? Most people have aesthetic issues they would like to address with cosmetic dentistry, but when a single treatment isn’t enough to achieve the desired results, your dentist may recommend a smile makeover. Read on to learn more about this treatment and how long you can expect to wait to see a new appearance.
What is Included in a Smile Makeover?
When discussing a smile makeover with your cosmetic dentist in Stuart, they will explain the reasons for their recommendation and which services might be included. Each plan is tailored to the patient’s needs, so you should not expect yours to match another person’s.
Some common services that your dentist might suggest include:
- Veneers
- Teeth Whitening
- Dental Implants
- Invisalign Clear Aligners
- Dental Crowns
- Dental Bonding
How Long Will It Take to See Results?
In addition to the detailed treatment plan, your dentist will establish an estimated timeline for completion. They will discuss this with you during your consultation to ensure it aligns with your expected timeframe.
It’s important to remember that each smile makeover is different. If you have an upcoming event or another reason you need your treatment completed by a specific time, let your dentist know in advance so they can keep this in mind when building your treatment plan.
Since there is no clear timeframe for a smile makeover until you meet with your cosmetic dentist, you may be finished with treatment in days, weeks, months, or years. It depends on the services you receive.
The average timeline for results using the following cosmetic treatments is:
- Veneers: These usually require 2-3 visits to your dentist’s office before seeing results.
- Teeth Whitening: With in-office treatment, you can see a brighter smile in one hour.
- Dental Bonding: The process requires only one dental visit.
- Dental Crowns: You will be required to schedule at least 2 appointments, one for the tooth preparation and one for the final crown placement (a few weeks after the first visit).
- Invisalign: Average results are achieved in 12 to 18 months.
- Dental Implants: Most people will see a newer, complete smile in about 9 months.
Before leaving your initial consultation with your cosmetic dentist, you will have an estimated timeframe for your smile makeover process. No matter how short or long it takes to achieve results, trust that it will all be worth it the moment you look in the mirror.
About the Author
Dr. Jordan Broaddus wants to help you achieve a confident, beautiful, one-of-a-kind smile. When a single cosmetic service isn’t enough to address the numerous imperfections, he can provide a comprehensive smile makeover. Using the latest technologies and a comfort-based approach, he will transform your appearance so that your grin looks and feels like new. Visit our website or call (772) 286-3088 to schedule a consultation to determine how you can get started.