“A goal without a plan is just a wish.”
– Antoine de Saint-Exupery (French writer, poet, journalist and aviator, 1900 – 1944)
Now that we’re in the final three months of 2024, it’s a good time to relook at the goals we had at the beginning of the year. For many, achieving a healthy, beautiful smile is one that is a top-of-list pursuit.
History shows that the best way to accomplish any goal is to look at the steps needed to accomplish it. That leads to determining how to proceed in getting each step moving forward.
For smile enhancement goals, the steps below may be how you can have the attractive smile you want!
1). The reason we offer a free consultation is so the individual can meet us and discuss what they desire for their smile. By understanding this, we can make recommendations and address any concerns, such as dental fear or treatment cost.
2). From this appointment, the patient can go to the next step – an examination. This visit is beneficial in determining the oral health status and oral structures that may be involved in treatment. This culminates into a treatment plan that covers the particulars of treatment, comfort options, cost and payment plans, and time in treatment.
3). Treatment plans may include one or a combination of cosmetic dentistry procedures that will provide the best outcome for each patient, such as…
– Porcelain Veneers & Crowns: Porcelain has a natural luminosity and opalescence, providing the most natural look and feel possible. Using one of the nation’s premier dental labs, these restorations are so natural looking they even reflect light like that of a natural tooth.
– Teeth Whitening: In about an hour, our Zoom 2 whitening system provides far superior results than over-the-counter types. Surprisingly affordable for almost any individual, the whitening you’ll achieve will also last far longer than drug store versions.
– Gum Reshaping: A balanced line of gum tissue above upper teeth visible in a smile can easily be achieved with comfort and precision in our Shelby Twp dental office. Our dental laser is ideal for reshaping gum tissues with minimal (or no) bleeding and faster healing.
– Tooth Replacement: In cases where tooth loss has occurred, we can incorporate replacement through dental implants, crown-&-bridge or custom-designed partials.
4). Once treatment begins, patients are often surprised at the comfort as well as the efficiency of the procedures. This results from the advanced skills and our advanced technology, much of which shorten the patient’s time in treatment. In many cases, oral or I.V. sedation can be used to combine several appointments into one longer one where the patient is able to relax throughout.
5). SMILE! You can begin your new year – and life! – with a smile you love. In addition to enhancing facial appearance, smiling has been proven to boost one’s mood. And smiling provides a lift to facial muscles, which tends to create a more youthful appearance.
With so many variations in treatment plans, the best cosmetic dentist for you is obviously an important decision. If you have considered a smile makeover or need teeth replaced, call our Macomb County dental office at 586-739-2155 for a free consultation or tap HERE to schedule online.
You may also enjoy visiting our Smile Gallery.
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