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Combining Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry for a Complete Smile Makeover

June 20, 2024
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Posted By: Dr. Joan Anderson

The journey to a dazzling smile can be an exciting experience for those with extensive cosmetic dentistry needs. However, combining various procedures to restore and enhance the function and aesthetics of your smile might seem daunting. Fortunately, with a comprehensive approach that combines cosmetic and restorative solutions, otherwise known as a "full smile makeover," anyone can enjoy the profound rewards of improved oral health, bite integrity, and a beautiful, confidence-inspiring smile!

Restorative Treatments in Full Smile Makeovers

Restorative dental treatments are essential to sustainably rebuilding a person’s dental foundation and ensuring oral and overall health. Here are some key procedures:

  • Dental implants —  For those experiencing tooth loss, dental implants offer a remarkable and long-lasting solution. These titanium pegs, surgically placed into the jawbone to act as artificial tooth roots, fuse with the bone and create a stable and natural-feeling foundation for tooth replacements like…
  • Dental crowns — Dental crowns are custom-made, protective, tooth-shaped caps that restore damaged or decayed teeth or serve as replacement teeth atop dental implants. Crafted from durable materials like porcelain or zirconia, crowns seamlessly restore the strength and natural appearance to a person’s bite and smile,
  • Dental bridges — Dental bridges replace one or more missing teeth. Anchored by crowns on adjacent teeth or dental implants, bridges fill the gaps created by tooth loss, restore function and appearance, prevent shifting among remaining teeth, and help maintain facial structure.

Cosmetic Treatments in Full Smile Makeovers

Cosmetic treatments play a crucial role in creating a beautiful smile. Here are a few procedures commonly used in full smile makeover:

  • Professional teeth whitening — Professional teeth whitening is a cornerstone of smile makeovers, effectively and non-invasively eliminating staining and discoloration for a brighter, more youthful, and appealing smile.
  • Porcelain veneers — Thin, custom-made shells bonded to the fronts of teeth tackle issues like discoloration and minor misalignment. Veneers offer instant results, enhancing both the color and shape of a person’s smile. Remember, of course, that underlying dental issues like cavities must be treated before veneer placement.
  • Orthodontics — Orthodontic treatments, including traditional braces or clear aligner systems like Invisalign®, correct misalignments and improve bite integrity, which promotes even tooth wear, better jawbone health, and proper digestion.

Full smile makeovers combine cosmetic and restorative treatments to provide patients with customized, comprehensive restorations of their smiles and oral health. Consult with your dentist to create a personalized plan to achieve your oral health goals!

Restoring Form, Function, and Confidence With Full Smile Makeovers in Harrisonburg, VA

If you’re looking for a Harrisonburg, VA, dentist with experience with and expertise in guiding patients through the full range of cosmetic and restorative procedures that comprise full smile makeovers, contact dentist Dr Joan Anderson and the outstanding Rocktown Family Dental Care team to schedule a consultation!

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