Digital smile makeovers are becoming increasingly popular. It’s exciting to see a digital version of your current smile as it’s progressively becoming exactly what you’ve envisioned. But what if your dentist doesn’t offer digital smile makeovers? How do you know what to expect?
Advanced cosmetic dentists have created beautiful smiles for decades—even without digital smile technology. Did you know? – Even if a dentist uses digital technology, there are specific steps advanced cosmetic dentists take to achieve a predictable outcome and a smile makeover you’ll gladly show off.
Secrets of a Success Smile Makeover
Your feedback, the opportunity to wear a temporary version of your new smile, and a final try-in are crucial factors to being confident about your smile makeover. Here’s why.
1. Your Feedback
An advanced cosmetic dentist isn’t simply concerned about giving you a beautiful smile makeover. He or she personalizes your smile so well that it looks like it’s always belonged to you. Throughout the process, your cosmetic dentist will carefully listen as you describe your ideal smile, and he or she will ensure the details are there.
2. Trial Smile Makeover
Skilled cosmetic dentists make a wax model of your new smile design.
- You’ll snap it in over your teeth as a preview of your smile makeover.
- You’ll be able to examine it closely and let friends and family see it.
- If you want changes to the way it looks or feels, your dentist will make the changes to align with the smile you envisioned.
This phase is not complete without your approval. When you give your dentist the okay, your permanent smile makeover will be crafted by a master ceramist.
3. It’s Final When You Say So
Your dentist will temporarily attach your final smile makeover to your teeth. This is another opportunity for you to smile with approval or to explain any hesitation you have. If you’ve chosen a dentist who is an artist, the smile design is only acceptable to your dentist if you also love it.
Smile Makeover Satisfaction with or without a Virtual Model
Even if your dentist offers virtual or digital smile makeovers, your feedback, the trial smile, and a final try-in are phases that must be included to ensure you get the smile you love. If you’re left out of the process, you’ll likely end up with a smile that you’ll want to leave behind in the office. And that’s a waste of time and money.
Dr. Brooksher gave this patient a smile makeover that is healthy and natural-looking
Accredited cosmetic dentists consistently provide stunning smile makeovers. Are there accredited cosmetic dentists in your area or within driving distance?
- Visit their websites
- Check their credentials and accomplishments
- Look at their smile gallery of actual patient photos
Select your dentist carefully—digital design or not—and you’ll get a smile makeover you love.
Steven Brooksher, DDS, an accredited cosmetic dentist in Baton Rouge, LA, sponsors this post.
