Kingston Smile Makeovers Glossary

dentistry A smile makeover/extreme makeover refers to a combination of different cosmetic dental procedures that enhances the esthetic appearance of teeth and smile. Extreme smile makeovers can correct almost any dental problem and provide dramatic results, restoring teeth to their natural beauty, look and feel.

Completely customized, with a combination of procedures tailored to fit a patient's specific needs, smile makeovers are becoming more and more common all throughout the world. A smile makeover is an individual choice and can mean to one person something completely different than to another.You can choose from porcelain veneers, dental crowns, bridges, Zoom!® Whitening, dental implants, dental bonding and more to achieve your celebrity smile. Some people want to repair chips and cracks in their teeth and beautify their smile with porcelain veneers and whitening with the ZOOM whitening laser. Others may just want a simple improvement such as the replacement of amalgam fillings with composite resins. Cosmetic dentists may choose to use bonding to restore the shape and size of your teeth. Gum reshaping can help to reframe your teeth. Regardless of your dental needs, there are many different ways in which you can improve your smile using modern cosmetic dentistry.

Cosmetic dentistry utilizes the latest technology to help you choose what cosmetic solutions you are looking for. Computer imaging and digital cameras are used to visually show you the effect of the cosmetic dental procedures you are considering. A picture of the present state of your smile is taken and placed on the computer monitor. Different procedures are then simulated, altering your smile through reconstruction and reshaping. Using the computer in such a way, allows you to take an active part in the process of designing your smile and helps you get an idea of the outcome of cosmetic dentistry procedures you will be undergoing.

If you are thinking about a smile makeover, the first step is to call an experienced and trained dentist and make an appointment for your free consultation. The next step is a completely new, completely radiant smile in less than a month, and for much less than you might expect!

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