The first step to getting the perfect smile you love is through a consultation with your dentist. Here, they’ll look at your oral health and listen to your end goals, so they can come up with an effective cosmetic treatment plan. However, while they’ll be asking you things, it’s important you bring up your own questions as well! They can help you feel more prepared, so here are three to get your list started.
1.) What Should I Expect from Cosmetic Treatments?
Knowing what cosmetic treatments can do for your unique case can help manage your expectations. Some people may want dramatic changes that’ll take other services to complete. By talking about your desired results, you can better learn and get a realistic idea of what to expect.
As a short example, this subsection of dentistry can’t replace missing teeth. However, a restorative service, such as a dental implant, may be needed instead. While it’s not a cosmetic procedure, it can have many aesthetic benefits to consider.
2.) Will My Treatments Take a Long Time?
You may be itching to show off your refreshed smile to the world around you, but it’s important to know when you will be able to! For instance, some treatments are quicker than others. Professional teeth whitening can take about an hour in-office, while veneers can take a couple of weeks between two appointments.
3.) How Long Will My Results Last?
You are investing in your smile, so it’s normal to wonder how long your results will last. Some cosmetic treatments have a longer lifespan than others, but that doesn’t mean that certain ones are better. It’s just because they all have different methods to fix the flaws that bother you.
Using the two services mentioned before, professional whitening can last anywhere from six months to three years, sometimes calling for touchups. Veneers can last up to 15 years when cared for properly. Even straighter teeth from clear aligners can last a lifetime through retainers!
It doesn’t hurt to bring up any questions or concerns you have about anything! You deserve to have a confident smile, but you should also feel that way about your decision. By starting a list and figuring out what you want to know most, you can look forward to getting the bright grin you love. In the end, you’ll have an aesthetic set of teeth you can’t wait to show off.
About the Practice
At Dentistry for Life, you benefit from the skilled leadership of Dr. Jason Herres and Dr. Vincent Votilla. Our team is here to help the Lancaster community get the pearly whites they adore with the help of cosmetic, orthodontic, and even restorative treatments. By coming up with a personalized treatment plan, we can help you get to your goals. If you want to learn how we can help transform your smile, schedule an appointment or call our office at (717) 569-3911.