A smile makeover is a collection of cosmetic and restorative treatments performed with the aim of improving the harmony, proportion, and attractiveness of the teeth.
These services can include teeth whitening, laminates, composites, orthodontics, digital smile design, and more. At Dr. Bonyanian Dental Clinic, using the latest technologies and up-to-date knowledge, we help you achieve a smile that matches your facial features.
What is a Smile Makeover?
All procedures that lead to a better-looking smile, beautiful mouth and teeth, and harmony between the components of a beautiful smile are considered a smile makeover.
According to a report by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, about 74% of people believe that an unattractive smile can be an obstacle to personal success, and almost 100% of people believe that a smile is an important social asset.
Therefore, improving the appearance of this smile is an action that dentists perform to restore beauty and self-confidence to your face.
Why is a Beautiful Smile Important?
A smile conveys the most beautiful and positive inner feelings to those around us. With a beautiful smile, we can transfer all the love within us to the person opposite us and receive a smile in response to our affection.
Joseph Addison, a famous British poet and writer, describes a smile as follows:
The role that sunrise plays for flowers, a smile plays for humans.
Characteristics of a Beautiful and Natural Smile
- Appropriate tooth color
- Smile line (level)
- Smooth and normal tooth shape
- Logical spacing between teeth
- Appropriate tooth proportion
- Gum line not too high or low
- Absence of tooth decay
- No protrusion or retrusion of either jaw
- Symmetry of teeth with lips
- Proper jaw angle
When is a Smile Makeover Applicable?
One of the main questions that arise in these situations is, when is a smile line correction applicable? That is, for which problems is this cosmetic dentistry procedure used? Below, we will mention some of the problems that can be corrected by a smile makeover.
- Addressing Unsuitable Tooth ColorIf your teeth have changed color (due to plaque buildup, yellowing, or browning), you can benefit from smile makeover methods. These procedures, using the most popular teeth whitening solutions like teeth bleaching (whitening), composite veneer (porcelain veneer), or dental laminate, will make your teeth whiter.
- Correcting Unattractive Tooth Shape and FormIf you have damaged, broken, chipped, worn, or irregular teeth, you can benefit from a smile makeover. Because a smile makeover can hide the unattractive appearance of your teeth using techniques that will be introduced later (such as composite, crowns, and dental laminates).
- Closing Gaps Between Teeth with a Smile MakeoverSome people are congenitally or over time develop a gap between their teeth (diastema). This problem not only makes the appearance unattractive but also causes food particles to get stuck between the teeth. Therefore, a smile makeover helps to solve this problem by reducing this gap and restores beauty to your smile.
- Addressing Problems with Tooth Size and Proportion (Minor Irregularities)Some oral and dental irregularities are very severe and prominent. For example, severe crowding of teeth and their overlapping. In such situations, the individual is forced to use methods like orthodontics.
However, in situations where the extent of these irregularities is minor (for example, the irregularity is only related to one to three teeth), the smile makeover method is much easier and more effective than orthodontics.
In this situation, the dentist hides the irregularity by shaping the tooth in question and covering it with a laminate, dental prosthesis, or dental crown.
- Addressing Missing TeethIf a person is forced to have a tooth extracted due to reasons such as trauma, dental injury, or severe decay, a smile makeover comes to their aid.
For example, filling the empty space of a tooth with a dental implant is used in these cases. Because, according to Dr. Bonyanian’s explanations, any process that leads to a more beautiful smile is included in the group of smile makeover procedures.
- Addressing a Gummy SmileOne of the problems that many visitors to Dr. Bonyanian Dental Clinic complain about is the display of their gums when they smile. You might also know this problem as a gummy smile. This problem causes the gums to show when a person laughs and is caused by a change in shape.
Solutions for correcting a gummy smile (which are included in the group of smile makeover surgeries) include crown lengthening surgery and gum surgery, each of which we have explained in separate articles.
Of course, in addition to the cases mentioned above, smile line correction is also applicable in other instances. Cases such as:
- Crookedness of one or more teeth
- Teeth being too short or too long
- Overcrowding or crowding of teeth
- Presence of impacted teeth
- Upper jaw protruding relative to the lower jaw (overbite)
- Lower jaw protruding relative to the upper jaw (underbite)
- Space between the upper and lower jaws in the front section when the mouth is closed
- Small palate
- Cleft lip
- Cleft palate
- And…
Which Doctors Can Perform a Smile Makeover?
Correcting smile problems and designing a beautiful smile is mostly the work of a specialist dentist and then a maxillofacial surgeon. However, the dentists who collaborate in creating this design are the following specialists:
- Orthodontist: Corrects oral and dental misalignments.
- Periodontist (Gum Specialist): Addresses gum problems and performs surgeries like crown lengthening.
- Cosmetic and Restorative Specialist: Performs procedures like laminates or composite bonding.
- Prosthodontist: Creates and fits dental prostheses for cases where the patient has missing teeth.
- Endodontist (Root Canal Specialist): Addresses root and soft tissue problems of the tooth.
Advantages of a Smile Makeover
Beauty and Health of Teeth
A smile makeover makes teeth look healthier and more beautiful.
Improvement of the Entire Face
A smile makeover can change the entire face (make it appear more open).
Increased Self-Confidence: Smile Line Correction with Composite
Bonding or composite resin is a safe and risk-free method for improving the smile design. In this method, a special material is applied layer by layer onto the tooth surface, hiding dental problems behind it.
Among the advantages of composite, we can mention the speed of the treatment process, cost-effectiveness, and the possibility of using a color similar to the natural tooth color. This is one of the reasons why various types of composite are popular for achieving a beautiful smile.
“Composite Dental Price”, “Factors Affecting Composite Dental Price”, “Difference Between Composite and Laminate”, “Lifespan of Composite Dental”, and “Stages of Composite Dental” are useful articles to read about composite resin that will help you.
Using Dental Laminates (Veneers) for Smile Makeover
Dental laminates, or porcelain veneers, are thin ceramic shells used to improve some dental problems (like crookedness, discoloration, chipping, and for cosmetic restoration).
Laminates are an effective method for smile makeovers, achieved by placing shells with a thickness of 0.5 to 0.6 millimeters on the teeth. The time taken for dental laminate placement is very short. So much so that you will achieve your desired result after approximately 2 treatment sessions.
Using various types of dental laminates can give you a beautiful and attractive smile. If you have discolored, misshapen, gapped, short, long, or disproportionately sized teeth compared to other teeth, you can use dental laminates.
You can find the information you need to use this dental procedure by reading the articles “Dental Laminate Price” and “Side Effects of Dental Laminates”.
Smile Makeover with Dental Crowns
A dental crown is also one of the suitable methods for hiding flaws and imperfections of teeth. A crown may even avoid many of the problems and side effects of other methods.
Crowns are usually used as a solution to protect the tooth after a tooth restoration procedure. Because after restoration, the tooth becomes very brittle, sensitive, and prone to damage.
Dental Bridge: A Solution for Smile Line Correction
A dental bridge is another trick for smile makeovers and a suitable replacement for filling the empty spaces of lost teeth. In this method, to improve the smile design and beauty of the teeth, a crown without a base, which is attached to the adjacent teeth, is placed on the edentulous area.
Read more: Implant-Supported Dental Bridge
Beautifying the Smile with Orthodontics
Orthodontics is also a very practical and excellent method for improving the smile design, in which no change occurs on the tooth surface.
Fixed orthodontics and removable orthodontics are the best options for misaligned, crooked, and gapped teeth that are also well-colored and beautiful. It is also worth mentioning that orthodontics is possible in several different forms, such as removable, invisible orthodontics (Invisalign), lingual orthodontics, Damon orthodontics, and more.
Smile Makeover by Replacing Lost Teeth with Dental Implants
Although dental implants are a costly treatment, they are considered the best replacement for lost teeth. Implants are the best option among artificial teeth, bridges, etc. Because they are surgically attached to the jaw and function just like natural human teeth.
Of course, the implant placement process takes several sessions and the entire treatment process may take up to six months. But in return, your implant will have a very long lifespan, potentially lasting a lifetime.
The articles “Implant without Surgery”, “Immediate Dental Implant”, “Korean Implant”, and “Digital Implant” will help you in deciding on the appropriate implant choice.
Jaw Surgery for Smile Improvement
In some cases, the problem with the smile design is due to a protruding or receding jaw. In these situations, using laminates or orthodontics is not possible, and maxillofacial surgery is required for treatment. This is done by the surgeon moving the jawbone to its correct position.
For example, the upper jaw is first shaped to the appropriate size and moved to the correct position, then fixed using screws and plates.
Natural Methods for Smile Makeover
In addition to the clinical methods introduced above, there are also some natural methods that are very effective in these situations.
Of course, be careful that for correcting jaw, tooth, and gum problems, you must use clinical methods. Because natural methods are only effective in superficial cases. The ultimate application of natural smile makeover methods is for teeth whitening.
Next, we will introduce the most common home methods for smile makeovers:
- Home teeth bleaching
- Brushing twice a day
- Using dental floss
- Having a healthy diet
- Quitting smoking
Comparison of Smile Makeover Methods
The table below shows you a comparison of clinical smile makeover methods.
| What it can achieve | Type of Method |
|---|---|
| Correction of color, shape, length, cracks, or surface fractures of teeth, closing gaps between teeth | Ceramic Laminate (Veneer) |
| Improvement of color and shape of teeth, correction of minor chips and cracks, closing gaps between teeth | Composite Veneer |
| Lightening the natural color of teeth, removing surface stains | Bleaching (Whitening) |
| Correction of misaligned and crooked teeth, improvement of bite and jaw alignment | Orthodontics |
| Correction of skeletal jaw deformities, improvement of facial and smile symmetry | Jaw Surgery |
| Lengthening shortened teeth, creating a suitable base for a crown or laminate | Crown Lengthening |
| Permanent replacement of lost teeth, preservation of jawbone | Dental Implant |
| Replacement of one or more lost teeth by relying on adjacent teeth | Dental Bridge |
| Restoration of weak, broken, or root canal-treated teeth, restoring beauty and function | Dental Crown |
For an implant PFM crown (What is a PFM crown?), a sum of 10,000,000 Toman is added, and for a Zirconium crown, a sum starting from 12,000,000 Toman is added to the base implant prices. Accordingly, the cost table for a dental implant with a PFM crown is as follows:
Current Tariff Table for Dental Implants + Crowns
| Type of Dental Implant |
|---|
| Dentis (Korea) |
| Straumann Brazil (Neodent) |
| BEGO Germany |
| Straumann (Switzerland) Titanium |
| Straumann (Switzerland) Roxolid |
| Straumann (Switzerland) SLA Active |
If you feel you cannot afford the lump sum cost of your dental implant, don’t worry. At Dr. Bonyanian Dental Clinic, we have provided the option of paying for dental implant costs in installments so that you can complete your treatment with peace of mind and the highest quality.
Please fill out the form below so that our clinic’s experts can contact you to explain the installment payment conditions.
Smile Makeover Before and After
The images below show examples of smile makeover services performed at Dr. Bonyanian Dental Clinic. To see other examples of smile line correction work at our clinic, please visit our photo gallery.
Performing Smile Makeover Services at Dr. Bonyanian Dental Clinic
Dr. Bonyanian Dental Clinic is a comprehensive complex of top specialist dentists in cosmetic and restorative dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics (root canal treatment), gum surgery, and prosthodontics.
You do not need to visit multiple clinics and several different specialist dentists to have a beautiful and attractive smile. Instead, you can solve all your problems with the help of our specialists at this clinic.
Furthermore, Dr. Bonyanian Dental Clinic has a very strong resume in the field of smile makeovers. You can view images of services performed at our clinic on the Dr. Bonyanian Dental Clinic Photo Gallery page.
If you need to book an appointment and receive services, you can call 00982188539720 or visit our clinic in person at: Tehran, Arjantin Square, Ahmad Qasir (Bokharest) Street, Sixth West Street, No. 22, Unit 7.
Cost of Smile Makeover
The price of a smile makeover depends on the service you intend to receive. If you plan to use any of the services, you will have to pay a different cost for it. Therefore, determining a specific and fixed cost for a smile makeover is not possible.
Longevity of Smile Makeover
The longevity of a smile makeover depends on your oral hygiene and the correction method used. In some of these methods, such as teeth whitening, the correction stages must be repeated after a while so that the whiteness and brightness of the teeth last longer. However, some methods, like orthodontics, are usually performed only once.
To get better results and longer-lasting effects for your smile makeover, you should consult an experienced and professional dentist.
Final Summary
In this article prepared by Dr. Bonyanian Dental Clinic, we introduced smile makeover services, the various types of services that lead to this improvement, and the benefits of having a beautiful smile.
We learned that all procedures that ultimately lead to having a beautiful smile are included in the group of smile makeover services. Finally, we discussed the longevity of smile beautification methods and the cost of a smile makeover.
Dr. Bonyanian Dental Clinic is the leading dental clinic in North Tehran, with an experienced and specialized team of top dentists in various fields, ready to provide services to all applicants for a beautiful smile.
You can contact us by calling 00982188539720 or by visiting our clinic at: Tehran, Arjantin Square, Ahmad Qasir (Bokharest) Street, Sixth West Street, No. 22, Unit 7, to benefit from our smile makeover services.
Dr. Nazi Bonyanian
Dental Surgeon (DDS) — Medical Council Number: 138662
Graduate of Isfahan University of Medical Sciences with over 15 years of experience in implants, laminates, and oral and dental surgery.
Address: No. 22, Unit 7, West Alley 6, Bokharest Street, Argentina Sq., Tehran, Iran
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