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What is Smile Makeover?

Smile Makeover is a method of increasing the appearance of a smile through several procedures which are cosmetic or surgical. Smile Makeover Surgery in Delhi, India is a cosmetic and dental procedure that rejuvenates the lips, teeth and cheeks. Smile Makeover is a portion of cosmetic dentistry and varies from person to person. Smile Makeover consists of various specific methods such as teeth whitening, straightening of teeth, repairing as well as replacement of teeth, dental bonding, and porcelain veneers etc.

Smile Makeover Dental Clinic takes into consideration the tooth colour, tooth size, tooth shape, tooth position, lip position, lip length, gum position, and gum colour.

Tooth Colour

Bright and white teeth are a sign of youthful appearance. The dentist will match the colour of the teeth with skin tone, skin colour, and hair colour. He can change the colour of the teeth by Bleaching or Veneers.

The range from incisal edges of upper teeth from side to side should match the shape of the lower lip for an artistic appearance.

Tooth Size/Shape

As the age increases the teeth become shorter due to attrition. Long teeth give a young look. Some teeth are slightly abnormal in shape as compared to adjacent teeth eg. Peg laterals which give an unaesthetic appearance. The size and shape of the teeth can be changed by veneers or crowns. The white show (tooth show) can also be increased by procedures like crown lengthening or changing the gum line (in cases of a gummy smile) by the help of laser dentistry. The width to length ratio of the upper central incisors should be 4-5 for a balanced smile line.

Tooth Position

Crooked, crowded or spacing between teeth can be corrected by using Braces, Aligners or Veneers.

Missing Teeth

Missing teeth can be replaced by using Bridges, Implants or other Removable Prosthesis.

PROCEDURES INVOLVED IN SMILE MAKEOVER

The procedures involved in a Smile Makeover can be a mix of

Veneers/Crowns

Veneers are thin tooth coloured custom made shells that are fixed on the labial surface of teeth to change their colour, shape, and size. These improve the appearance of front teeth.

Crowns are also tooth-coloured custom made shells but they cover the full surface of the tooth. They also make the tooth stronger.

Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is a process of removing stains from the tooth surface and restoring the natural colour of the teeth. Whitening is a one-time procedure performed by a dentist. It is amongst the most common and widely adopted cosmetic procedure.

Composite Bonding

Permanently attaching a tooth-coloured material (composite) onto the tooth is called composite bonding. This can be Direct or Indirect. Direct composite bonding can be used by dentists on the chair to do fillings, repair fractured edges and close gaps. Indirect bonding is usually done in the lab.

Dental Implants

Dental Implants are root-like titanium screws which are surgically placed in the jaw bone for replacement of missing teeth. It greatly increases the self-esteem of the patient as it closely simulates the natural tooth. It does not cause any speech difficulty and has high acceptability.

Orthodontic Treatment

Orthodontic treatment is a way of aligning teeth to make them look more esthetic and improve function. There are tooth-coloured braces, metal braces, and lingual braces. The treatment usually takes 12-15 months to complete but is more stable and long lasting as it preserves the natural integrity of teeth.

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