Smile makeovers, smile enhancements and smile rejuvenation…

What should I ask for and how do I know which is best for me?

Improving your smile can dramatically enhance self image and help you make positive changes in many areas of your life. Here are some reasons why people choose a smile makeover:

To give themselves added confidence in social and work situations, a psychological boost or simply to help them look as young as they feel.  OR   It is an option by some to improve their general health – to breathe easier, to sleep better, and to enjoy life without headaches or pain.

So before you make an appointment ask yourself: Why I would like to change my smile? Then make a list of the reasons.

First your teeth: Is it for crooked teeth, colour, chipped ,fractured or broken teeth, missing teeth, worn teeth, silver fillings, gums receding, gummy smile or dentures?

Then answer these questions:

1. Have you noticed your smile change over the years?
2. More frown lines?
3. Any changes to lip shape?
4. Are the corners of your mouth more obvious and sometimes get sore?
5. Have you noticed your teeth move even after orthodontic treatment or braces?
6. Have you noticed that your front teeth are shorter and have a two toned colour on the chewing surfaces?

This line of questioning will help you to be prepared for your first consultation appointment. Not only will it assist the dentist as he or she knows exactly what you want, but it will give you an opportunity to focus on what advice they are providing.

Your next step is to ask yourself:  Are you considering any facial cosmetic procedures e.g. Injectable fillers for the lips or under the skin restylane etc), frown line fillers, face lift, and eye enhancements? You may be surprised with such a question yet it is a very important one! The best cosmetic results are achieved when the dental treatment is completed first. 

Cosmetic neuromuscular dentistry relaxes muscles of the face and jaw. As a result, some of those frown lines disappear and lip contour changes. (See before and after photos).Careful planning is essential. Not doing so, will affect the long term prognosis of any dental treatment done.

The worst I had seen was a lady who wanted veneers to improve her smile as her front teeth were short. After my examination I advised that the veneers could be done and her request to lengthen her teeth be met. However, they could only be noticed if I raised her lips. Her lip fillers was so poorly done that it affected the way her lips rested and the way her lips moved when she smiled or spoke.

So whatever your reasons are, be sure to know exactly what you would like changed as there is an easy solution to giving you that brilliant smile you’ve always wanted:

The solutions to your dental issues…

Stained teeth and swollen bleeding gums can be improved with optimal hygiene maintenance cleans.
Silver fillings replaced with invisible life like durable porcelain restorations. (See before and after)
Crooked teeth can be straightened with clear removable braces – Invisalign.
Chipped or broken teeth can be repaired with cosmetic bonding, porcelain veneers, porcelain inlays or crowns.
Discoloured teeth can be whitened with home bleach treatments or "Deep" Bleaching.
Gummy smiles or irregular heighted smiles can be enhanced with laser soft tissue gum reshaping techniques.
Missing teeth replaced with implants, implant crowns and bridges.
Loose unsightly full dentures can be replaced with neuromuscular dentures.
Relapsed orthodontics or crooked teeth can be corrected with Invisalign or DNA Appliance.

To discover more about how you can achieve your dream smile, contact us today at Malisano Dental….We look forward to keeping you smiling for life!

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