Combining Dental Procedures For a Smile Makeover That’s Best For You

Dreaming of a perfect smile that reflects your personality and boosts your confidence? Achieving that dream smile might be easier than you think! With the right combination of dental procedures, you can transform your smile into something you’re proud to show off. 

At Proud to Smile Dentistry in Bernardsville, New Jersey, our smile expert, Dr. Patricia Swaintek-Lamb, offers a comprehensive range of general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry services — all under one roof.  

Whether you're looking to correct a simple imperfection or you’re ready for a complete smile makeover, we have the expertise and technology to tailor a treatment plan to your unique needs. Here’s how we can combine different dental procedures to create the perfect smile makeover for you. 

Why you might consider a smile makeover

If you find yourself covering up your smile whenever you get the urge to grin, know there are good reasons to see a smile specialist, like Dr. Swaintek-Lamb. 

First, an unattractive smile has a negative impact on your self-confidence, making it hard to be yourself and smile naturally. A smile makeover improves the issues that bother you, helping restore your confidence and your smile. 

Next, smile makeovers go beyond giving you a pretty smile. Certain issues, like chipped teeth, overcrowding, or a misaligned bit, can lead to serious dental problems down the line, some of which can negatively affect your overall health. 

A smile makeover addresses these issues, reducing your risk of dental complications and protecting both your oral health and your overall wellness. 

Finally, smile makeovers can take on multiple dental concerns at once. Dr. Swaintek-Lamb groups the right procedures for you, saving you trips to the dental office and money by avoiding redundant dental treatments. 

Personalizing your smile makeover with the right procedures

Dr. Swaintek-Lamb begins your consultation by considering different factors that come together to form your smile. Since no two smiles are exactly the same, your smile makeover treatment plan is personalized just for you. 

Dr. Swaintek-Lamb takes into account your facial structure, skin color, teeth size and color, the shape and size of your gums, dental alignment, and even hair color before discussing your best smile makeover choices. 

Our practice offers a range of procedures that can improve your smile. Depending on your goals and the factors above, your personalized smile makeover plan may include any combination of the following: 

Gum recontouring

For those who feel their smile is overshadowed by excessive gum tissue, gum recontouring can sculpt a more balanced gum line. This procedure gently reshapes the gum tissue to expose more of your teeth, making your smile appear more proportionate and visually appealing.

Inlays and onlays

Inlays are made from lab-manufactured composite materials that match your natural teeth and can be used to repair a crack or other damage to the top surface of your tooth. Similar to inlays, onlays are designed to treat a larger area, extending past the top to address issues on the edges or side surfaces of your teeth. 

Porcelain veneers

Veneers are a popular choice for achieving a uniform smile. These thin porcelain shells are custom-made and bonded to the front of your teeth. They’re perfect for concealing chips, cracks, permanent discoloration, and giving your teeth a more classic shape.

Dental crowns and bonding

Dental crowns are designed to cap damaged or aesthetically displeasing teeth, restoring their function and appearance. Meanwhile, dental bonding uses a durable, tooth-colored resin to fill gaps, repair chips, and improve tooth shape subtly and effectively.

Tooth-colored fillings

Moving away from traditional metal fillings, tooth-colored fillings offer a discreet way to restore the integrity of decayed teeth. They blend seamlessly with your natural teeth, maintaining flawless aesthetics while providing the necessary protection.

Invisalign® clear aligners

For correcting misalignments and straightening teeth, Invisalign clear aligners offer an almost invisible solution. These custom-made aligners gradually move your teeth into the desired position without the look of traditional braces.

Opalescence® teeth whitening

To tackle stains and discoloration, Opalescence teeth whitening provides effective results, brightening your teeth and removing traces of common stains from coffee, wine, smoking, and aging.

Are you ready to reveal your best smile?

Ready to take the first step towards a stunning new smile? Schedule a consultation online or over the phone today with Dr. Swaintek-Lamb and our expert team at Proud to Smile Dentistry in Bernardsville, New Jersey.