Smile Makeover FAQ
San Diego, California
Which cosmetic dentistry procedures will give me a great smile?
There are over a dozen different cosmetic dentistry procedures to choose from. The exact combination of procedures for your particular smile makeover, how they are done, and their sequence will be unique to you. You and Dr. Loye can go through the options and discuss the best way to accomplish your goals.
What dental treatments could be part of my smile makeover?
Anything from this list:
- Tooth whitening
- Porcelain veneers
- Porcelain crowns
- Replacement of old metal fillings with porcelain or composite fillings
- Invisalign
- Dental implants to support an artificial tooth, replacing a lost tooth
- Dental implants to support a bridge
- Dental bonding
- Gum recontouring
- Replacement of gold crowns with porcelain crowns
Is a professional whitening kit better than over-the-counter kits?
Yes. A take-home kit from Dr. Loye will produces better results. Why?
- The trays will be custom-made to fit your teeth closely. This will apply the whitening gel evenly and closely to your teeth, giving even results
- The gel will be professional-strength, more effective than the weaker gels sold in stores
- If you need more whitening gel, we can give you more
- How white a person’s teeth can become is a hard prediction. With you own professional kit and our help you could potentially get your teeth a lot whiter than you could with a store-bought kit.
How long will my new smile last?
Today's cosmetic dentistry materials, like porcelain and dental bonding, are strong and long-lasting. When your procedures are done by a highly-trained cosmetic dentist like Dr. Loye, they will be long-lasting for that reason too. If you stick to a good diet and give your teeth excellent daily care and regular check-ups and cleanings, you should have that new smile for a great many years. No-one can abolish aging though, and aging will affect it, in gradual gum recession, and slow discoloration, for instance. Accidents are an unknown too.
How quickly will I be able to complete my treatment?
Most smile makeovers can be finished in one to three visits but may require more, depending on what exactly is being done. If you consult with Dr. Loye, he’ll be able to give you an estimated timeframe.
We have been offering smile makeovers to San Diego, California residents for many years and have become very familiar with all the possibilities. Each one is different. We will be glad to create one for you when you’re ready. Please contact us to arrange for your personal consultation.
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3830 Valley Center Drive, Suite 702
San Diego, CA 92130
