After a smile makeover treatment, it is important to take the following steps to ensure the best possible results:
- Follow post-operative instructions: Your dentist will give you detailed instructions for post-operative care, which may include things like avoiding certain foods, brushing and flossing instructions, and information about pain management.
- Attend follow-up appointments: It's important to attend all scheduled follow-up appointments to ensure that the treatment is healing properly and to address any issues that may arise.
- Maintain good oral hygiene: Maintaining good oral hygiene is crucial before, during, and after a smile makeover. To maintain healthy teeth and gums, brush your teeth twice a day and floss once a day.
- Avoid bad habits: Avoid habits that can damage your teeth such as biting your nails, using your teeth as tools, and smoking.
- Wear the prescribed appliances: If the treatment plan includes the use of orthodontic appliances, it's important to wear them as directed by the dentist.
- Protect your teeth: Wear a mouthguard if you play sports or grind your teeth at night.
- Limit consumption of staining foods and drinks: Limit your consumption of foods and drinks that can stain your teeth such as coffee, tea, red wine, and cigarettes.
- Get regular check-ups: It's important to continue getting regular check-ups and professional cleanings to maintain your new smile and address any issues that may arise in the future.
Is smile makeover permanent?
A smile makeover is generally not permanent, as the lifespan of the treatments can vary and eventually need to be replaced or redone. The longevity of the results will depend on the specific procedures included in the treatment plan, as well as the individual's oral hygiene and lifestyle habits.
For example, teeth whitening results can last for a year or more with proper maintenance but may need to be repeated in the future. Dental veneers and crowns can last for several years but may need to be replaced eventually due to wear and tear. Orthodontic treatment results are permanent as long as the patient maintains good oral hygiene and wears retainers as prescribed by the dentist.
Some of the procedures such as orthodontic treatment, dental implants, all-on-four and all-on-six are considered permanent and do not need to be replaced, but they still need regular maintenance and check-ups.
For more detailed information, please contact us or visit us at our dental clinic.