As we age and our smiles face more wear-and-tear, you may feel disheartened by dental imperfections that develop, like discoloration, chips, cracks, and even slight misalignment. Just because these flaws are now a part of your smile doesn’t mean they have to be! Dr. Moji Chandy, experienced cosmetic dentist in Carrollton, can customize a smile makeover to meet your timeline and budget needs as well as transform your grin into one that you feel proud to let show.
The first step of any smile makeover is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Chandy by calling our office. This initial visit will allow Dr. Chandy to get to know you better, ask you about the goals you have in mind, and discuss the flaws that you’d like to fix over the course of your journey. Our team will then capture any X-rays, if necessary, and plan a treatment based on your unique situation. Any smile makeover we do will include two or more of our cosmetic services, which include:
Your makeover can also include any of our restorative treatments, like dental implants, as well!
When you invest in a smile makeover in Carrollton, you’ll be able to enjoy an array of benefits, including:
The cost of your smile makeover in Carrollton will depend on what work you’d like to have done and what services are included in your treatment plan. For example, if you’re looking to transform your entire smile in appearance and brightness, you may require more extensive procedures, like veneers, which will be slightly more costly. However, if you just need to repair a tooth’s shape and brighten your smile, you may only need a restoration and teeth whitening. In any case, our team will discuss your plan, along with a detailed cost estimate with you thoroughly before beginning any procedures. We’re also happy to walk you through your payment and financing options!
A smile makeover can include as many treatments as you need in order to get the results that you’re looking for. While some procedures pair better together than others, with proper planning we can provide you with just about any treatment you would like.
When we consult with you in-person, we’ll talk to you about what kind of treatments could be best for you and will design a personalized treatment plan.
The amount of time that you can expect your cosmetic results to last depends on quite a few factors. The treatments you get are obviously important—the results from quick and easy procedures like teeth whitening tend to fade faster than more intensive ones. If you commit to veneers, your smile could stay pristine for years to come.
Of course, this is provided that you take decent care of your teeth. If you stay thorough with your dental hygiene and see us regularly for preventive care, you’ll see the results from your cosmetic dental treatments last much longer.
Without orthodontic treatment, there’s only so much that can be done about a crooked smile. However, depending on the severity of misalignment that you’re facing, there are cosmetic dental treatments that could help you.
Veneers, for example, can change the shape of the smile such that crooked teeth no longer overlap, or that gapped teeth connect. For this reason, veneers are sometimes referred to as “instant orthodontics.” While not quite as effective, dental bonding can do the same thing in some circumstances.
As with most other cosmetic dental treatments, dental insurance companies tend to consider smile makeovers to be purely elective. That being the case, they’ll very rarely cover them.
However, this isn’t always the case. Many of these cosmetic treatments also happen to have serious health benefits. Dental crowns, for example, can both protect and improve the look of a damaged tooth. If you can demonstrate that the treatment you’re getting improves your oral health, or that it’s medically necessary, you may be able to get a portion of your care covered by your dental insurance.