If you’re looking to improve the aesthetic appeal of your teeth, you’ve probably come across the term “smile makeover.” But what does it actually mean?
A smile makeover isn’t a single procedure or treatment. Instead, it’s a comprehensive combination of cosmetic treatments designed to enhance the aesthetic appeal of your smile. Each smile makeover is carefully personalised to suit your needs and overall dental health. Your treatment plan may include just one option or a combination of several, depending on the result you’d like to achieve.
At Warwick Lodge Dental in Herne Bay, Kent, we offer a range of smile makeover treatments. So you can get a comprehensive smile makeover in one trusted clinic. Read on to discover the different treatments available and how they can be combined to create your perfect smile makeover.
What Is a Smile Makeover?
A smile makeover is a customised combination of cosmetic dental treatments designed to improve the overall appearance of your smile. Rather than addressing individual concerns one at a time, a smile makeover considers your entire smile as a unified system.
A smile makeover addresses multiple aesthetic concerns simultaneously to create a harmonious, confident smile that complements your facial features, skin tone, and natural characteristics. It’s a bespoke treatment plan tailored to your unique concerns and goals, whether you want a brighter, straighter, or more symmetrical smile.
You May Be Surprised What a Smile Makeover Can Help With:
- Discoloured or Stained Teeth
- Chipped or Cracked Teeth
- Gaps Between Teeth
- Crooked or Misaligned Teeth
- Gummy Smile
- Irregularly Shaped Teeth
- Overall Smile Aesthetics
Smile makeover treatment plan options
Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening is one of the most popular and effective ways to brighten your smile. Over time, teeth can darken due to aging, diet, and lifestyle habits. Professional whitening uses carefully formulated bleaching agents to safely lighten your tooth shade. Treatments can be done in-practice during a single appointment or with dentist-prescribed home trays worn with whitening gel over one to two weeks. Professional whitening is quick, comfortable, and produces more noticeable results than over-the-counter products.
To achieve a perfectly coordinated smile, it’s recommended to whiten your teeth before undergoing any other dental restorations. This allows your dentist to match crowns, veneers, or bonding to your newly brightened enamel, ensuring natural-looking, harmonious results.
Dental Veneers
Made from high-quality dental porcelain, veneers are custom-made shells that cover the front surface of your teeth. They are an ideal solution for severe discolouration that whitening cannot fix, chipped or worn teeth, noticeable gaps, and minor alignment issues. Veneers can also reshape teeth that are too small, too large, or irregularly shaped, helping create a balanced, natural-looking smile.
Veneers are typically placed over two appointments. During the first visit, a small amount of enamel is gently removed to make room, and impressions are taken. At the second appointment, the permanent veneers are carefully bonded to your teeth. When properly cared for, veneers can last for 10–15 years or more.
Invisalign
Invisalign is a modern orthodontic treatment that straightens teeth using a series of clear, removable aligners. Invisalign aligners are virtually invisible, comfortable to wear, and can be removed for eating and cleaning.
The treatment includes a digital scan of your teeth, which is used to create a precise 3D treatment plan. This plan maps out the exact movements of your teeth and shows you a preview of your final results before treatment even begins. Custom aligners are then manufactured specifically for your teeth.
You’ll wear each set of aligners for about 1-2 weeks before progressing to the next set in the series. Each aligner gradually shifts your teeth into their correct position. Most patients wear them for 20–22 hours per day, removing them only for meals and oral hygiene. Treatment duration varies depending on the complexity of your case, typically ranging from 6 to 18 months. Invisalign can correct crowding, gaps, overbites, underbites, and crossbites. It’s particularly popular among adults who want to straighten their teeth discreetly without the inconvenience of braces.
Dental Crown
Some teeth may require dental crowns when damage is too extensive for fillings or bonding. A dental crown is a covering that encases the entire visible portion of a tooth above the gum line, helping to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. Crowns are commonly recommended for teeth that are severely decayed, cracked, or broken. Along with improving aesthetics, a dental crown strengthens and protects a compromised tooth, acting as a protective shield safeguarding the tooth against future damage
Gum Contouring
Gum contouring is a cosmetic treatment used to correct an uneven gum line or reduce excess gum tissue that makes teeth appear short or creates a gummy smile. The procedure involves carefully reshaping the gums to expose more of the tooth surface, improving proportion and symmetry.
Modern gum contouring is usually performed using laser technology, making it precise, comfortable, and minimally invasive. It’s typically completed in a single appointment under local anaesthesia, with minimal discomfort and a short recovery time. Results are visible immediately and are long-lasting, helping create a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing smile.
All on four implants
This full-arch restoration replaces an entire upper or lower set of teeth using just four carefully positioned dental implants. It is an effective solution for people who have lost most or all of their teeth, or who are facing extensive tooth loss due to decay or gum disease.
The four implants are angled in specific positions to maximise bone contact, often eliminating the need for bone grafting even when some bone loss is present. Any remaining damaged teeth are removed, the implants are placed, and a temporary full arch is secured, followed by a permanent, custom-made set after healing. This treatment offers excellent stability, restores chewing function, and helps preserve facial structure. With proper care, All-on-4 implants can last 20 years or more, making them a long-term investment in both your smile and quality of life.
Ready for Your Makeover?
A complete smile makeover is about choosing the right treatment combination for your mouth. At Warwick Lodge Dental, we will discuss your smile goals and advise on the options that are best for you. You’ll receive clear pricing, honest advice, and a personalised treatment plan from the start.
If you’re ready to explore a complete smile makeover, Warwick Lodge Dental is here to support you. Book a consultation or call us on 01227 375 592 to explore your possibilities and start your journey towards a lifetime of confident smiles.
If you’re looking to improve the aesthetic appeal of your teeth, you’ve probably come across the term “smile makeover.” But what does it actually mean?
A smile makeover isn’t a single procedure or treatment. Instead, it’s a comprehensive combination of cosmetic treatments designed to enhance the aesthetic appeal of your smile. Each smile makeover is carefully personalised to suit your needs and overall dental health. Your treatment plan may include just one option or a combination of several, depending on the result you’d like to achieve.
At Warwick Lodge Dental in Herne Bay, Kent, we offer a range of smile makeover treatments. So you can get a comprehensive smile makeover in one trusted clinic. Read on to discover the different treatments available and how they can be combined to create your perfect smile makeover.
What Is a Smile Makeover?
A smile makeover is a customised combination of cosmetic dental treatments designed to improve the overall appearance of your smile. Rather than addressing individual concerns one at a time, a smile makeover considers your entire smile as a unified system.
A smile makeover addresses multiple aesthetic concerns simultaneously to create a harmonious, confident smile that complements your facial features, skin tone, and natural characteristics. It’s a bespoke treatment plan tailored to your unique concerns and goals, whether you want a brighter, straighter, or more symmetrical smile.
You May Be Surprised What a Smile Makeover Can Help With:
- Discoloured or Stained Teeth
- Chipped or Cracked Teeth
- Gaps Between Teeth
- Crooked or Misaligned Teeth
- Gummy Smile
- Irregularly Shaped Teeth
- Overall Smile Aesthetics
Smile makeover treatment plan options
Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening is one of the most popular and effective ways to brighten your smile. Over time, teeth can darken due to aging, diet, and lifestyle habits. Professional whitening uses carefully formulated bleaching agents to safely lighten your tooth shade. Treatments can be done in-practice during a single appointment or with dentist-prescribed home trays worn with whitening gel over one to two weeks. Professional whitening is quick, comfortable, and produces more noticeable results than over-the-counter products.
To achieve a perfectly coordinated smile, it’s recommended to whiten your teeth before undergoing any other dental restorations. This allows your dentist to match crowns, veneers, or bonding to your newly brightened enamel, ensuring natural-looking, harmonious results.
Dental Veneers
Made from high-quality dental porcelain, veneers are custom-made shells that cover the front surface of your teeth. They are an ideal solution for severe discolouration that whitening cannot fix, chipped or worn teeth, noticeable gaps, and minor alignment issues. Veneers can also reshape teeth that are too small, too large, or irregularly shaped, helping create a balanced, natural-looking smile.
Veneers are typically placed over two appointments. During the first visit, a small amount of enamel is gently removed to make room, and impressions are taken. At the second appointment, the permanent veneers are carefully bonded to your teeth. When properly cared for, veneers can last for 10–15 years or more.
Invisalign
Invisalign is a modern orthodontic treatment that straightens teeth using a series of clear, removable aligners. Invisalign aligners are virtually invisible, comfortable to wear, and can be removed for eating and cleaning.
The treatment includes a digital scan of your teeth, which is used to create a precise 3D treatment plan. This plan maps out the exact movements of your teeth and shows you a preview of your final results before treatment even begins. Custom aligners are then manufactured specifically for your teeth.
You’ll wear each set of aligners for about 1-2 weeks before progressing to the next set in the series. Each aligner gradually shifts your teeth into their correct position. Most patients wear them for 20–22 hours per day, removing them only for meals and oral hygiene. Treatment duration varies depending on the complexity of your case, typically ranging from 6 to 18 months. Invisalign can correct crowding, gaps, overbites, underbites, and crossbites. It’s particularly popular among adults who want to straighten their teeth discreetly without the inconvenience of braces.
Dental Crown
Some teeth may require dental crowns when damage is too extensive for fillings or bonding. A dental crown is a covering that encases the entire visible portion of a tooth above the gum line, helping to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. Crowns are commonly recommended for teeth that are severely decayed, cracked, or broken. Along with improving aesthetics, a dental crown strengthens and protects a compromised tooth, acting as a protective shield safeguarding the tooth against future damage
Gum Contouring
Gum contouring is a cosmetic treatment used to correct an uneven gum line or reduce excess gum tissue that makes teeth appear short or creates a gummy smile. The procedure involves carefully reshaping the gums to expose more of the tooth surface, improving proportion and symmetry.
Modern gum contouring is usually performed using laser technology, making it precise, comfortable, and minimally invasive. It’s typically completed in a single appointment under local anaesthesia, with minimal discomfort and a short recovery time. Results are visible immediately and are long-lasting, helping create a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing smile.
All on four implants
This full-arch restoration replaces an entire upper or lower set of teeth using just four carefully positioned dental implants. It is an effective solution for people who have lost most or all of their teeth, or who are facing extensive tooth loss due to decay or gum disease.
The four implants are angled in specific positions to maximise bone contact, often eliminating the need for bone grafting even when some bone loss is present. Any remaining damaged teeth are removed, the implants are placed, and a temporary full arch is secured, followed by a permanent, custom-made set after healing. This treatment offers excellent stability, restores chewing function, and helps preserve facial structure. With proper care, All-on-4 implants can last 20 years or more, making them a long-term investment in both your smile and quality of life.
Ready for Your Makeover?
A complete smile makeover is about choosing the right treatment combination for your mouth. At Warwick Lodge Dental, we will discuss your smile goals and advise on the options that are best for you. You’ll receive clear pricing, honest advice, and a personalised treatment plan from the start.
If you’re ready to explore a complete smile makeover, Warwick Lodge Dental is here to support you. Book a consultation or call us on 01227 375 592 to explore your possibilities and start your journey towards a lifetime of confident smiles.