What Is a Smile Makeover?

A smile makeover is a personalized combination of dental treatments designed to improve the appearance, health, and function of your smile. Because every patient starts with different concerns and goals, no two treatment plans are exactly alike.

Your makeover may address:

• Tooth discoloration or staining
• Gaps or uneven spacing
• Chipped, worn, or uneven teeth
• Tooth shape or proportions
• Crooked or misaligned teeth
• Missing teeth
• Damaged or weakened teeth
• Changes to the gumline

Our cosmetic dentistry options can include treatments such as veneers and whitening, while restorative care may be recommended when teeth also need additional strength or support. For patients with extensive tooth loss, options such as dental implants or All-on-X may also become part of a comprehensive treatment plan.

How We Plan Your Smile Makeover

A successful smile makeover starts with understanding both what you want to change and what your smile needs to remain healthy.

During your consultation, Dr. David Blanchard evaluates your teeth, gums, bite, and overall oral health. Your visit may include a visual examination, dental X-rays, photographs, and a detailed conversation about your goals.

If cavities, gum concerns, damaged teeth, or other oral health issues are present, those needs may be addressed before cosmetic treatment begins. Sequencing treatment this way helps create a healthier foundation for the final result.

Once we understand your needs, we can discuss appropriate treatment options, expected timelines, and what each stage of care may involve.

Preview Your Potential Smile

It can be difficult to imagine how changes to the size, shape, position, or appearance of your teeth will affect your entire smile. That is why Riverside Family Dental offers a Smile Design Preview.

This technology allows you to visualize potential changes before moving forward with treatment. Seeing a preview can make it easier to discuss details with Dr. Blanchard, compare possibilities, and decide what looks right for you.

You can also explore our before-and-after photos to see examples of smile transformations completed for other patients.

What Treatments Can Be Included in a Smile Makeover?

The treatments included in your smile makeover depend on your oral health and what you would like to change. Your plan may involve one procedure or several coordinated treatments.

Common options include:

• Teeth whitening: Brightens discoloration and staining
• Dental veneers: Change the color, shape, size, or appearance of selected teeth
• Dental crowns: Restores and protects teeth that are damaged, weakened, or significantly worn
• Orthodontic treatment: Improves tooth alignment and spacing
• Gum reshaping: Adjusts the gumline when appropriate
• Dental implants: Replace individual missing teeth or support larger restorations
• All-on-X: Replaces a full arch of missing or failing teeth with a fixed prosthesis supported by dental implants

Not every patient needs every treatment. The goal is to choose the procedures that address your individual concerns without adding unnecessary dental work.

Benefits of a Personalized Smile Makeover

Depending on the treatments included, a smile makeover may help:

• Brighten stained or discolored teeth
• Close gaps and improve uneven spacing
• Correct chipped, worn, or uneven edges
• Restore damaged or weakened teeth
• Replace missing teeth
• Improve chewing comfort and function
• Create better balance between the teeth and gums
• Coordinate cosmetic and restorative care within one treatment plan
• Help you feel more comfortable sharing your smile

Because treatment is customized, Dr. Blanchard can consider aesthetics and function together rather than treating each concern in isolation.

What to Expect During Treatment

Your exact treatment sequence will depend on the procedures you choose, but a smile makeover generally begins with a comprehensive consultation and progresses through carefully planned stages.

1. Consultation and evaluation
We discuss what you would like to change and evaluate your teeth, gums, bite, and overall oral health.

2. Treatment planning
Dr. Blanchard recommends appropriate options and explains how different treatments can work together.

3. Oral health care
When necessary, cavities, gum concerns, damaged teeth, or other health issues are addressed before cosmetic treatment.

4. Smile preview and temporary restorations
Depending on your treatment, you may be able to preview proposed changes or wear temporary restorations before the final result.

5. Final treatment
Your final restorations or cosmetic treatments are completed after the fit, function, and appearance have been carefully evaluated.

Some makeovers are relatively simple, while others involve several stages of treatment. You will receive a more specific timeline after your consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions About Smile Makeovers

How long does a smile makeover take?

A smile makeover can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months, depending on the treatments involved. A plan focused on whitening or other cosmetic improvements may take less time, while treatment involving orthodontics or dental implants generally requires a longer timeline. Dr. Blanchard can provide a more personalized estimate after evaluating your smile.

Will my smile makeover look natural?

The goal is to create results that complement your facial features, existing teeth, and overall appearance. Treatment planning considers factors such as tooth shape, proportion, color, alignment, and bite, rather than focusing on a single feature.

Can a smile makeover replace missing teeth?

Yes. A smile makeover can include options for replacing missing teeth. Depending on your needs, dental implants or larger implant-supported restorations may become part of your treatment plan.

Do you offer full-arch tooth replacement?

Yes. Riverside Family Dental offers All-on-X for appropriate patients who need full-arch tooth replacement. The restoration is supported by several dental implants, providing a fixed alternative to removable tooth replacement.

Can I see what my smile might look like before treatment?

Yes. The Smile Design Preview can help you visualize potential changes before treatment begins. This gives you an opportunity to discuss preferences and better understand the proposed direction of your smile makeover.

Do I need healthy teeth and gums before cosmetic dentistry?

Existing oral health concerns may need to be treated before certain cosmetic procedures begin. Dr. Blanchard evaluates for concerns such as cavities, gum health, tooth damage, and bite issues when planning your treatment.

Where is Riverside Family Dental located?

Riverside Family Dental is located in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. You can get directions to our Menomonee Falls office before your visit.

Start Planning Your Smile Makeover in Menomonee Falls

Your smile makeover should reflect your goals while supporting the health and function of your teeth. At Riverside Family Dental, Dr. David Blanchard can help you explore cosmetic and restorative options, understand the recommended treatment sequence, and preview potential changes before you make your decision.

Take the first step toward a smile designed around you. Schedule your consultation with Riverside Family Dental and meet with Dr. Blanchard to discuss what you would like to change.