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Changing the appearance of one’s smile through one or more cosmetic dentistry procedures, such as dental veneers, composite bonding, tooth implants, and teeth whitening, is known as a smile makeover.
Some of the aspects that are taken into account include your face structure, skin tone, hair color, teeth (color, width, length, shape, and tooth display), gum tissue, and lips. Your skin tone and hair color are other influences. A smile makeover can be performed for a number of reasons, and each one is customized for the patient depending on their unique needs.
Which features of your teeth or smile do you like the most? What features do you dislike the most? The following are some examples of the features of your smile that your cosmetic dentist will go over with you and feel should be improved:
Varieties of Teeth: You can make your smile look better by whitening your teeth and replacing dental fillings made of silver or amalgam with composite restorations that look natural and match the shade of your teeth. Tooth color and shading are important factors that must be considered during the assessment and preparation for a range of procedures, including porcelain veneers, crowns, bridges, composite bonding, and dental implants.
Keep in mind that dark or discolored teeth may create the appearance that your mouth is older than it actually is when considering your tooth color. Having a well-shaped smile and white, bright teeth will give you a more youthful appearance. Your dentist carefully considers your face and hair color as well as the tone and color of your teeth before deciding on the shade for veneers and teeth whitening. Cosmetic dentists are educated to find the perfect compromise between whitening and brightening a patient’s smile while maintaining the patient’s natural tooth color.
Orthodontics or Invisalign can be used to straighten and align teeth that are crooked, overlapping, or have gaps between them as needed, and veneers can be used to enhance their appearance.
The absence of teeth: Replacing missing teeth is a crucial part of preserving oral health and facial esthetic since having one or more missing teeth can have a negative impact on the appearance of your smile, affect your bite, and increase your risk for dental decay. To replace one or more lost teeth, one may use dental implants, bridges, or partial dentures.
The search of equilibrium and harmony: Cosmetic bonding can be used to cover up uneven, chipped, or broken teeth; a gummy smile can be reshaped to help the smile look better overall; and veneers can be used to fill in spaces between teeth.
Increased Proportion in the Cheeks, Lips, and Smile: Two of the procedures that fall under the umbrella of smile makeovers are orthodontics and/or oral and maxillofacial surgery. These procedures can improve the appearance of a face that has aged or is out of proportion.
A cosmetic dentist will work closely with you to develop a treatment plan that is specifically designed to achieve the goals you have for your makeover. This therapy strategy could involve a number of aesthetically pleasing and functionally beneficial procedures. Teeth whitening, composite bonding, veneers, dental crowns, orthodontics (braces), oral maxillofacial surgery, and gummy smile reduction are some of these procedures.
Cosmetic dentists employ a variety of dental technologies to give you an accurate preview of the changes that will be made to your smile. For example, your cosmetic dentist may make a wax model facsimile of temporary teeth during your oral health evaluation for veneers and crowns in order to clearly express the requirements of the procedure to the dental lab technician. By doing this, you may be confident that your procedure will produce the greatest results possible.
The following alternative methods are also available to you for getting a sneak peek of your new smile:
Summerlin Dental Solutions works with digital technologies which allows us to create models of your teeth and smile using digital scans of your teeth rather than taking conventional imprints of your teeth.
Your dentist, your location, the extent of your customized treatment plan, the amount of dental insurance you have, the state of your oral health, and other factors will all affect how long your treatment will take and how much it will cost.
It’s likely that your procedure will cost more and take longer if your dentist finds any preexisting oral health issues before starting treatment. The total cost of treatment will still be more for you than it would be for someone with ideal oral health, even if your dental insurance carrier agrees to cover part of these restoration procedures.
If you take the required precautions and go to the dentist regularly, your smile will look wonderful and your crowns, veneers, and other restorations will last for many years. In fact, when properly maintained, resin-based restorations (like tooth-colored fillings) have the ability to last three to nine years or even longer. Porcelain restorations can last for at least ten years before needing to be updated.
Cosmetic dental procedures require constant, thorough attention to oral hygiene and may require continuous maintenance over time. For example, it’s important to regularly whiten your teeth if you want to maintain them looking their best. Porcelain veneers have a chance of chipping and, if they do, will need to be replaced. Permanent composite bonding has a potential of discoloring, which can require its replacement or augmentation. Dental crowns typically need to be changed between the ages of 10 and 15. It’s possible that modifications to your gummy smile will require additional effort in the future.
How long your smile makeover will endure depends on a number of factors, including your dentist’s choice of materials, the lab technician who works on your case, and your ceramist. You should choose your cosmetic dentist carefully and enquire about the many material options available to you if you want the best results.
A cosmetic dentist will first need to evaluate your dental health before developing a plan for your smile makeover in Summerlin. Your dentist will first do a careful evaluation of your teeth, gums, underlying support structure, and bite to determine whether or not you are a good candidate for a smile makeover (occlusion). Before proceeding to the next phase of your smile makeover, you must address any oral health issues that were discovered during your examination, such as gum disease or an improperly aligned bite (also known as malocclusion).
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Your cosmetic dentist will assess a number of other aspects of your teeth and smile with you in order to plan your makeover, in addition to the color, alignment, and balance of your teeth in the aesthetic zone of your smile, which is the section of your upper and lower teeth that are visible when you smile. These characteristics include the breadth of your upper and lower teeth, the length of your upper and lower front teeth, and the area of your upper and lower teeth that show when you smile. These are listed below:
Length of tooth: Longer teeth can give you a more youthful appearance. Teeth frequently become shorter as we age due to wear and tear. Additionally, a gummy smile might give the impression that teeth are shorter than they are. To contour and lengthen the two front central teeth, a treatment approach may include composite bonding or porcelain veneers. This can be done to make teeth that appear shorter look longer. Your cosmetic dentist may suggest laser dentistry procedures if you have a gummy smile as a treatment option to alter the gum line and provide the illusion of longer teeth. If you have a gummy smile, you can accomplish this. If crown lengthening is necessary, a periodontist may also be recommended to treat you.
The rest of your face may also change as a result of teeth lengthening. For instance, having long, square, and shapely teeth might make a person with a round face appear to have a slimmer face.
Smile Line: When a person smiles, an imaginary line should run from side to side along the upper teeth’s borders, ideally matching the slope of the lower lip. The smile arc is another name for the smile line. This point of comparison can be used to help you decide on the proper length for your new teeth.
Teeth’s proportions: Your cosmetic dentist will examine your teeth to determine whether they are the proper length in relation to one another. The two front teeth in the middle of the mouth, which are the most noticeable, should have a width-to-length ratio of four to five, according to the majority of people. This ratio guarantees that the smile line is symmetrical by serving as a guide for calculating the length and width of additional teeth in the aesthetic zone.
Texture and identification of teeth: Along with mimicking the appearance and feel of natural teeth or those you’ve seen in pictures, an aesthetic dentist can give your crowns or veneers a more feminine or masculine appearance. Along with emulating the appearance and texture of real teeth or those you’ve seen in pictures, this can be accomplished.
You will be able to maintain your gorgeous new smile for many years to come if you know how to modify your oral hygiene practices in order to provide the best care for your restorations.
Extremely abrasive toothpastes and inappropriate brushing procedures can scrape the surface of restorations, reducing their luster and polish. Therefore, toothpastes with fluoride that are kinder on the teeth are advised. One example of a non-abrasive toothpaste is Rembrandt, which was initially created for patients who had cosmetic restorations. Brush your teeth twice, if not three times, per day for the optimum benefits.
Flossing makes it much simpler to remove food debris and plaque from the teeth, extending the lifespan of dental restorations and lowering the incidence of cavities. Everyone should floss, but people with veneers should floss more than anybody else since the veneers depend greatly on the condition of the gum tissue in their mouths.
It has been proven that using mouthwashes with alcohol have a negative effect on composite fillings. Additionally, mouthwashes that contain alcohol run the risk of weakening the bond between your crowns and veneers and your natural teeth over time. Instead, you ought to utilize alcohol-free mouthwashes.
You should limit your between-meal snacking and avoid sugar-rich foods if you want to avoid cavities. If you want to maintain your smile stain-free, cut back on the amount of coffee, soda, tea, and other drinks you consume.
It’s not a good idea to consume alcoholic beverages in excess. Drinking too much alcohol can damage your dental work.
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Although porcelain and composite cosmetic dental restorations have a ten to fifteen year lifespan, respectively, and are not indestructible, the longevity of your new smile depends just as much on how well you take care of it as it does on the expertise and artistry of your cosmetic dentist.
The procedures in replacing a cracked or broken veneer or crown are impression taking, shade matching, a temporary repair, and waiting for a permanent restoration. Additionally, it’s likely that the full cost of replacing the cracked dental crown or veneer will fall on your shoulders. Your dentist’s policies will determine this.
With proper oral hygiene, regular dental check-ups, and adherence to our aftercare instructions, the results of your smile makeover can last for many years, even decades, depending on the specific procedures performed.
We prioritize your comfort throughout the entire process. Most smile makeover procedures are performed with local anesthesia, and we offer sedation options to ensure a pain-free and relaxing experience.
While aesthetic enhancement is a primary goal, many smile makeover procedures also improve oral health by correcting bite issues, restoring damaged teeth, and facilitating better hygiene.
Maintaining your new smile involves consistent brushing and flossing, regular dental check-ups and cleanings, and avoiding habits that could damage your teeth, such as biting on hard objects.
Are you ready for your smile makeover? At Summerlin Dental Solutions in Summerlin, Nevada, Dr. Marianne Cohan is the cosmetic dentist near you that can turn your smile into the smile of your dreams. Give us a call today to schedule your consultation.
Dr. Marianne Cohan was voted The Best Dentist/ Dental Office and Best Cosmetic Dentist from The Las Vegas Review-Journal in 2020 and 2021. She received her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1992.
With an emphasis on cosmetic dentistry, complete makeovers, and implant dentistry, Dr. Cohan is committed to continuing education and feels that we never stop learning. Dr. Cohan takes pride in using high-powered magnification to perform minimally invasive restorative dentistry. She uses all the latest technological advances including digital radiography, digital photography, computer simulations, and high-resolution pictures of your proposed treatment on 55-inch screens. She also utilizes CBCT (cone beam) and laser technology.
A smile makeover is a customized combination of cosmetic and restorative dental treatments designed to transform your entire smile. Unlike single-procedure treatments, a smile makeover addresses multiple aesthetic and functional concerns simultaneously, creating dramatic, life-changing results.
At Summerlin Dental Solutions, Dr. Marianne Cohan approaches each smile makeover as a work of art. Using advanced digital smile design technology and her keen aesthetic eye, she creates smiles that not only look beautiful but also function perfectly and complement your unique facial features.
Comprehensive Approach Benefits:
Individual Treatment Limitations:
Porcelain Veneers
The foundation of most smile makeovers in our Las Vegas practice:
Best For: Healthy teeth needing aesthetic enhancement
Cosmetic Crowns
When more extensive restoration is needed:
Best For: Teeth with large fillings, severe stains, or structural damage
Professional Teeth Whitening
Often the starting point for smile makeovers:
Integration Strategy: Whitening before veneers/crowns ensures perfect color matching
Straightening before cosmetic work optimizes results:
Perfect gum lines for ideal smile proportions:
Fine-tuning for perfection:
For extensive damage or wear:
Digital Smile Evaluation: During your consultation at our Summerlin office, Dr. Cohan conducts a thorough analysis including:
Aesthetic Principles Applied:
Advanced Technology Advantages: Dr. Cohan utilizes cutting-edge digital smile design software to:
What You’ll See in Your Preview:
Optimal Treatment Order for Best Results:
Step 1: Foundation Work (If Needed)
Step 2: Structural Corrections
Step 3: Color Foundation
Step 4: Final Restorations
Perfect for Las Vegas business professionals
Included Treatments:
Timeline: 4-6 weeks Investment: $8,500 – $15,000 Results: Professional, confident appearance for business success
Why This Combination Works:
For patients needing comprehensive restoration
Included Treatments:
Timeline: 8-12 weeks Investment: $15,000 – $25,000
Results: Complete smile and facial transformation
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Minimal intervention for maximum impact
Included Treatments:
Timeline: 3-4 weeks Investment: $5,500 – $10,000 Results: Natural enhancement maintaining tooth structure
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Understanding Natural Tooth Color: Natural teeth aren’t uniformly white – they have subtle variations that create realistic beauty:
Dr. Cohan’s Color Matching Process:
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Comprehensive Assessment – 90 minutes with Dr. Cohan:
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Conservative Enhancement ($6,000 – $12,000):
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Full Mouth Rehabilitation ($30,000 – $60,000):
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| Case Study | Patient Background | Concerns / Damage | Treatment Plan | Results & Outcomes |
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| Case Study 1Las Vegas Executive Transformation | 45-year-old business executive | Worn teethOld metal fillingsYellowing | Upper Arch: 8 E-max crownsLower Arch: Professional whitening + 4 veneersGum contouring for proportion optimizationCustom night guard for protection | Aesthetic: 20-year younger appearanceFunction: Improved chewing efficiencyConfidence: Dramatic improvement in professional presentationsTimeline: 8 weeks from consultation to completion |
| Case Study 2Bridal Smile Makeover | 28-year-old bride-to-be | GapsUneven teeth6 months before wedding | Phase 1: Invisalign (4 months)Phase 2: 6 porcelain veneers (6 weeks)Professional whitening for bridal brightnessRush lab processing | Wedding Ready: Perfect smile for the big dayNatural Beauty: Enhanced without artificial lookPhotography Perfect: Stunning wedding photosLong-term Happiness: Smile for new marriage |
| Case Study 3Accident Recovery Transformation | 35-year-old accident victim | Multiple fractured front teethSevere confidence loss | Immediate: Temporary restorationsHealing: Tissue & bone recovery (3 months)Restoration: 6 crowns + 2 implantsFinal whitening & bite optimization | Complete Recovery: Better than original teethFunction: Full chewing ability restoredEmotional Healing: Confidence regainedLife Transformation: Normal social & professional life |
Makeover Approach:
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Makeover Benefits:
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Comprehensive Approach:
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No-Prep Veneers (When Appropriate):
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When Maximum Change Is Required: Some smile makeovers benefit from comprehensive crown coverage:
All-Ceramic Crown Options:
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Long-Term Care Benefits:
Most comprehensive smile makeovers at our Las Vegas practice take 3-12 weeks from consultation to completion. The timeline depends on the complexity of your case and any preliminary treatments needed. Dr. Cohan will provide your specific timeline during consultation.
Dr. Cohan uses advanced anesthesia techniques and sedation options to ensure comfort throughout treatment. Most patients report minimal discomfort, and we provide detailed pain management protocols for optimal healing.
Absolutely! Our digital smile design technology shows you exactly how your new smile will look before any treatment begins. You can request modifications until you’re completely satisfied with the design.
During your consultation, Dr. Cohan will evaluate your tooth structure, existing restorations, and aesthetic goals. Generally, healthy teeth needing cosmetic improvement receive veneers, while damaged or extensively restored teeth benefit from full-coverage crowns.
While comprehensive makeovers provide the best results, Dr. Cohan can focus treatment on your primary concerns. However, she’ll show you how comprehensive treatment often provides better value and more dramatic results.
With proper care, porcelain veneers and crowns typically last 15-25 years. Professional whitening may need touch-ups every 1-3 years. Dr. Cohan provides detailed maintenance instructions to maximize your investment.
Yes! We offer multiple financing options including CareCredit with 0% interest, and insurance coordination. Most smile makeovers qualify for convenient monthly payments.
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Contact Summerlin Dental Solutions Today:
📞 Phone: (702) 341-9160
📧 Email: [email protected]
📍 Address: 851 S. Rampart Blvd. Ste. 230, Las Vegas, NV 89145
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