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PREPARING FOR A SMILE MAKEOVERBefore you can begin working on cosmetic aspects of your teeth, you must deal with any underlying oral health issues. If you have not been under the routine care of a dentist, you won’t just rush into a series of cosmetic treatments. There are many health concerns that must be identified including the alignment of your teeth, the condition of your gums, if you have any teeth that are decaying, whether or not you are in need of fillings or extractions, and if there are any current infections. If you are suffering from gum or tooth infections, you will need to be treated with a course of antibiotics before you would start any cosmetic procedures. If you have been suffering from unexplained headaches, bring this up to your dentist. There is a possibility that your headaches might be related to problems with your teeth, jaw, or gums. Health always comes before cosmetic procedures and your evaluation will determine if there are any health issues present. It’s important to realize that the evaluation stage is the most important aspect of your treatment. It is during this time that you can ask any questions that you might have regarding the procedures, as well as the cost of the treatment. You should determine beforehand whether or not your insurance will cover the procedures. Determining the cost for procedures is imperative to making certain that you will be fully prepared for the expense. Never hesitate to ask your dentist about payment plans should your insurance not cover any of the procedures. You might find that getting a second opinion is also a wise option as well, especially if you are comparative shopping and looking for the best price. There are many treatment options available to transform your smile into an array of perfectly aligned, white teeth. You should let your dentist know what your expectations are during your consultation. A good exercise is to look at yourself in a mirror, while having a notepad and pen in hand. Smile and look at your teeth, gums, and lips and make a list of the features that you like and don’t like regarding your smile. Look at the color, spacing, whether or not you have chipped or crooked teeth, and how your teeth look from different angles. When smiling, ask yourself whether or not you have too much gums showing, another aspect to consider is how your back teeth look from the side of your smile. Writing your results down and discussing them with your dentist can help make certain that you are pleased with the results of your smile makeover. Like many procedures, cosmetic dentistry isn’t permanent and it’s not without a certain level of maintenance and upkeep. You should make certain that you understand the best way to care for your teeth after you have any procedure performed, whether it is tooth whitening, veneers, or surgical repositioning of the lips or laser treatments on the gums. Always make sure that you thoroughly understand the risks or possible complications of any procedure and follow your dentist’s health care instructions after you have your treatment performed. By taking the time to prepare for your smile makeover and asking your dentist any questions that you might have you can make sure that you are completely satisfied with your dental makeover. |
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