What is a smile makeover?

A smile makeover is a personalized plan that improves color, shape, alignment, and overall symmetry. Your dentist blends one or more treatments to match your goals, budget, and timeline.

Top reasons patients in New Tampa choose a makeover

• Whiter teeth that look bright yet natural
• Even edges and shapes across the front teeth
• Closed gaps and improved alignment without braces
• A more youthful, confident smile for photos and events

Whitening: the fastest boost in New Tampa

Best for: healthy teeth that are yellowed or stained
How it works: prescription-strength gel lifts deep stains. In-office delivers the quickest change; take-home trays maintain results.
Timeline: in-office about 60–90 minutes. Take-home trays work over 10–14 days.
Longevity: months to a few years with touch-ups and good home care.
Pair it with: bonding or veneers. Whitening first sets your baseline shade so any new porcelain or resin can be matched precisely.

Porcelain veneers: dramatic yet natural

Best for: changing shape, size, and color across several front teeth
How it works: custom porcelain shells bond to the front surface to create uniform color and ideal contours.
Timeline: usually 2–3 visits for design, temporaries, and final placement.
Longevity: about 10–15 years with regular care and a nightguard if you clench.
Look and feel: lifelike translucency and excellent stain resistance.

Invisalign and clear aligners: straighten first, refine second

Best for: spacing, crowding, mild bite issues that affect smile symmetry
How it works: a series of clear trays reposition teeth gradually.
Timeline: simple cases 6–9 months. More complex cases 12–18 months.
Longevity: permanent retention with nighttime retainers keeps results stable.
Why it matters in a makeover: moving teeth into better positions makes whitening, bonding, and veneers more conservative and more predictable.

Dental bonding: fast fixes for chips and edges

Best for: small chips, uneven edges, tiny gaps, minor discoloration spots
How it works: tooth-colored resin is shaped and polished in one visit.
Timeline: often 30–60 minutes per tooth.
Longevity: about 3–7 years. May need occasional polishing or small repairs.
Pro tip: perfect for testing a shape change before committing to porcelain.

Tooth contouring and enamel reshaping: subtle symmetry

Best for: slightly uneven edges or small shape discrepancies
How it works: the dentist smooths tiny amounts of enamel for a more even line. Often paired with whitening or bonding.
Timeline: one short visit.
Longevity: permanent change to the enamel within safe limits.

How smile makeovers are planned in our New Tampa office

1. Consult and photos to discuss goals, budget, and timeline.
2. Shade and symmetry analysis with mock-ups when helpful.
3. Personalized plan that may combine whitening, Invisalign, bonding, contouring, or veneers for the least invasive path to your results.
4. Clear costs and timelines with financing options if needed.
5. Preview your new look with digital design or provisional bonding when appropriate.

Realistic timelines

• Whitening first week
• Invisalign 6–12 months for many cosmetic cases
• Bonding or contouring same day once shade is set
• Veneers 2–4 weeks from prep to seat

FAQs

Do I need veneers for a smile makeover?
Not always. Many New Tampa makeovers blend whitening, minor aligner treatment, and bonding for a conservative change.

Will my teeth be sensitive after whitening?
Some patients notice temporary sensitivity. We tailor gel strength and provide desensitizing options.

Is bonding noticeable?
For small areas it blends very well. Larger areas may benefit from porcelain for the most lifelike reflection.

How long will my results last?
Good home care, regular cleanings, and a nightguard if you clench will extend the life of bonding and veneers. Retainers preserve Invisalign results.