Smile Makeover
Serving Hannibal and St. Louis, Missouri and Quincy, Illinois areas
Out of all the procedures in the field of cosmetic dentistry, the smile makeover has become one of the most popular techniques to improve the appearance of your smile and the function of your mouth and teeth. Following your initial consultation, Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Charles Janes and you will, together, develop a comprehensive treatment plan customized to meet the goals you have in mind for your mouth and smile. Your treatment plan may consist of many different cosmetic and functionally restorative procedures such as teeth whitening, bonding, veneers, crowns, orthodontics, maxillofacial surgery, and gummy smile reduction.
The Smile Makeover Process
A thorough evaluation of your oral health will be conducted before planning your comprehensive dental plan. If your evaluation reveals that you have problems such as a misaligned bite (malocclusion) or gum disease, Dr. Janes may advise you to undergo restorative treatment prior to the smile makeover. A smile makeover involves most and sometimes all of your teeth; for this reason, it is referred to as a full mouth reconstruction. Although a full mouth reconstruction is more time-consuming and requires more visits to the Dr. Janes’ office, patients have been very pleased with the results.
Your facial appearance, skin tone, hair color, teeth, gum tissue, and lips will all be taken into consideration in order to create your customized smile. A smile makeover can make the following improvements to your teeth, mouth, and face:
- Tooth Color – Old, unattractive gold, silver, or amalgam fillings can be replaced with natural, tooth-colored composite restorations. Teeth whitening can be performed to whiten the color of stained teeth. Tooth color and shading are important considerations during the evaluation of and preparation for various procedures such as porcelain veneers and dental implants
- Tooth Replacement –Dental implants, bridges, or partial dentures all replace missing teeth
- Alignment – Crooked, overlapping, or gapping teeth can be straightened with orthodontics
- Contouring – To improve the look of your smile, gums can be re-contoured
- The Full Face Effect – An unshapely or aging face can be rejuvenated with certain procedures like orthodontics and/or oral maxillofacial surgery
The Life of Your Smile Makeover
Of course, many cosmetic dentistry procedures will require maintenance over time. Porcelain veneers may chip or break off and then require replacement. Dental bondings may stain and require enhancement or replacement. To maintain the brightness of your teeth, whitening will need to be repeated. Dental crowns typically require replacement after 10 to 15 years.
For more information, read the Smile Makeover Questions.
If you live in the Hannibal, Missouri and Quincy, Illinois area and think you might be a candidate for a Smile Makeover, please contact our cosmetic dentist at the office of Charles Janes DDS today to arrange a smile makeover consultation. Dr. Janes serves cosmetic dentistry patients in Hannibal and surrounding areas of Missouri.
Charles W. Janes, D.D.S.
Functional Cosmetic Dentistry & Full Mouth Rehabilitation
"Designing Smiles, Enhancing Life"
501 Clinic Rd., Hannibal, Missouri 63401
573.221.3360
