A beautiful smile can transform your confidence and overall appearance. A smile makeover is a comprehensive cosmetic dental process tailored to address all your aesthetic concerns, from discoloration and misalignment to gaps and missing teeth. Whether you’re seeking minor enhancements or a complete transformation, a smile makeover provides a customized solution for achieving your dream smile.
Our team of experienced Pittsburgh dentists at Atlas Dental Specialists combines advanced technology with artistic vision to create natural-looking, stunning results. As prosthodontic specialists, we offer virtually any service without the need for referrals, ensuring your entire smile makeover can be completed in one convenient location in downtown Pittsburgh or our Shadyside office.
What Is a Smile Makeover?
A smile makeover is a personalized treatment plan that combines multiple cosmetic and restorative dental procedures to enhance the overall appearance of your smile. Unlike individual treatments that address specific concerns, a smile makeover takes a comprehensive approach to transform your entire smile, considering factors such as your facial features, skin tone, hair color, and personal preferences.
The beauty of a smile makeover is its customization. Our prosthodontists carefully evaluate your dental health, listen to your goals, and develop a treatment plan uniquely suited to your needs. We consider the harmony between your teeth, gums, lips, and facial structure to create balanced, natural-looking results that complement your appearance.
Smile Makeover Treatments We Offer
At Atlas Dental Specialists, we offer a comprehensive range of cosmetic and restorative treatments that can be combined to create your perfect smile makeover. Our prosthodontists have advanced training in aesthetic dentistry and utilize state-of-the-art technology to deliver exceptional results. We customize each treatment plan to address your specific concerns and achieve your unique smile goals.
Our same-day dentistry capabilities allow us to complete many procedures in a single visit, reducing the number of appointments needed for your smile makeover. We make the vast majority of our crowns in-office without sending them to an external lab, allowing for precise control over the final results and a more efficient treatment process.
Some of the most common procedures included in our smile makeover plans are:
- Porcelain veneers: Thin ceramic shells bonded to the front surface of teeth to correct chips, stains, gaps, or misalignment
- Dental implants: Permanent tooth replacements that look and function like natural teeth
- Teeth whitening: Professional brightening treatments to remove stains and discoloration
- Dental crowns: Custom caps that restore damaged or decayed teeth while improving appearance
- Clear aligner therapy: Custom clear aligners (Invisalign) to gradually straighten teeth without traditional metal braces
- Cosmetic bonding: Application of tooth-colored composite resin to repair minor imperfections
- Gum contouring: Reshaping of the gum line to create a more balanced, aesthetic appearance
After your initial consultation, we’ll discuss which combination of these procedures will best help you achieve your desired results, along with a timeline and investment estimate for your complete smile transformation.
Our Smile Makeover Process
At Atlas Dental Specialists, we’ve developed a streamlined yet thorough process for smile makeovers that ensures exceptional results while respecting your time. Our approach combines advanced technology with the artistic vision and technical expertise of our prosthodontists to create smiles that are both beautiful and functional. Our ability to fabricate most restorations in-house using CAD/CAM technology and 3D printing reduces appointments and increases precision throughout your treatment.
Initial Consultation
Your smile makeover journey begins with a comprehensive consultation with one of our prosthodontists. We’ll discuss your smile concerns, aesthetic preferences, and treatment goals while performing a thorough examination of your oral health. We take digital photographs and X-rays to document your pre-treatment condition and assist in planning. This consultation is also your opportunity to ask questions about treatment options, timelines, and costs, ensuring your treatment plan aligns with your expectations.
Digital Smile Design
Using digital smile design technology, we create a virtual preview of your potential smile makeover results before any treatment begins. This innovative approach allows you to see how different treatments would affect your appearance and helps you make informed decisions. Our prosthodontists use this technology to analyze the relationship between your teeth, lips, gums, and facial features, ensuring the design of restorations that are properly proportioned and aesthetically harmonious with your unique characteristics.
Treatment Implementation
After finalizing your plan, we begin implementing treatments in a carefully sequenced order. For many patients, we can complete multiple procedures in a single visit thanks to our in-office CEREC technology and skilled team. This might include combining teeth whitening with same-day crown placement or completing multiple veneers in one appointment. Throughout treatment, we ensure your comfort with various amenities and sedation options if needed.
Follow-up Care
We schedule follow-up appointments to evaluate your results, address any concerns, and provide guidance on maintaining your new smile. We may take post-treatment photographs to document your transformation and make any necessary adjustments. We’ll provide detailed instructions on caring for your restorations and establish an appropriate maintenance schedule of regular hygiene appointments and check-ups essential for preserving your smile makeover results.
Benefits of a Comprehensive Smile Makeover
Choosing a comprehensive smile makeover offers numerous advantages beyond simply enhancing your appearance. While a beautiful smile can certainly boost your confidence, the benefits extend to your oral health and overall well-being.
A smile makeover can correct functional issues while improving aesthetics. For instance, replacing missing teeth with dental implants not only completes your smile but also preserves bone structure and restores proper chewing function. Similarly, straightening misaligned teeth improves your smile’s appearance while potentially reducing issues with cleaning, wear, and jaw pain.
Enhanced Appearance and Confidence
Perhaps the most obvious benefit of a smile makeover is the dramatic improvement in your smile’s appearance. By addressing multiple cosmetic concerns simultaneously, a smile makeover can completely transform your look, creating a more youthful, vibrant, and attractive appearance. Treatments such as teeth whitening, veneers, and orthodontics can eliminate stains, repair damage, and correct alignment issues, resulting in a smile that looks natural, harmonious, and beautiful.
The psychological impact of this transformation cannot be overstated. Many patients report significant improvements in self-esteem and confidence after completing their smile makeover. When you feel good about your smile, you’re more likely to share it with others, leading to positive social interactions and potential professional advantages. Studies have shown that an attractive smile can influence others’ perceptions of your intelligence, success, and friendliness, potentially opening doors in both personal and professional settings.
Improved Oral Function
A smile makeover isn’t just about looking good—it’s also about improving how your teeth function. Many cosmetic dental issues are also functional problems. For example, misaligned teeth can cause difficulty chewing and speaking, while missing teeth can affect your ability to eat certain foods and may lead to bone loss and facial collapse over time. By addressing these issues through treatments such as dental implants, crowns, and orthodontics, a smile makeover can significantly improve oral function.
Properly aligned and restored teeth distribute bite forces more evenly, reducing excessive wear and the risk of fractures or other damage. Replacing missing teeth helps maintain proper spacing and prevents remaining teeth from shifting out of position. Additionally, restorations that repair damaged teeth restore proper function while protecting the underlying tooth structure from further decay or damage. All of these functional improvements contribute to better oral health and comfort in the long term.
Long-Term Value of Professional Smile Makeovers
Investing in a professional smile makeover provides lasting value compared to piecemeal treatments or quick fixes. Our prosthodontists carefully plan your entire treatment sequence to ensure optimal results and longevity, often saving you time and resources in the long run.
With our same-day dentistry capabilities using CAD/CAM technology, 3D printing, and milling, we can complete many restorations in a single visit. This means fewer appointments and less time away from your busy schedule, while still achieving exceptional results.
Additionally, addressing multiple concerns comprehensively helps ensure all elements of your smile work together harmoniously. This holistic approach creates more natural, balanced results than treating each issue in isolation, giving you a smile that not only looks beautiful but also functions properly for years to come.
Why Choose Atlas Dental Specialists for Your Smile Makeover
At Atlas Dental Specialists, our advanced training and focus on prosthodontics makes us uniquely qualified to perform comprehensive smile makeovers. As specialists in cosmetic, implant, and reconstructive dentistry, we offer expertise beyond general dental practices.
Advanced Technology and Techniques
Our offices in downtown Pittsburgh and Shadyside feature state-of-the-art technology, including in-house fabrication capabilities that allow us to create custom restorations without sending them to outside labs. This means your crowns, veneers, and other restorations are made with precision and care under our direct supervision, often completed the same day.
Experienced Prosthodontists
Drs. Nicholas and Mara Mangini are trained prosthodontists with three years of specialized education beyond dental school, focusing on the restoration and replacement of teeth. This advanced training makes them uniquely qualified to handle complex smile makeovers requiring attention to both aesthetics and function. Their expertise in dental materials, occlusion, and TMJ function ensures that your smile makeover looks beautiful, functions properly, and feels comfortable.
Comfortable, Patient-Centered Care
We’ve created a warm, welcoming environment with comfort measures to make your experience pleasant. Our team thoroughly explains each procedure, answers questions, and addresses concerns throughout your treatment. For patients with dental anxiety, we offer relaxation techniques and sedation options. We also provide flexible scheduling, including some evening appointments, to accommodate your busy lifestyle and make your smile makeover as convenient as possible.
Transparent Pricing and Flexible Financing
We understand that a smile makeover is a significant investment, which is why we offer various payment options including an internal membership club with discounts, major credit cards, and third-party financing with low or zero interest options for qualified applicants. We also work with many insurance companies including Metlife, Cigna, Principal, Ameritas, and United Healthcare, and our team helps maximize your coverage for eligible procedures while clearly explaining any out-of-pocket expenses.
We provide detailed treatment plans with associated costs during your consultation, ensuring complete transparency about your investment. Smile makeover costs reflect the number and complexity of procedures required to achieve your desired results. A simple makeover with teeth whitening and bonding costs less than a comprehensive plan with veneers, crowns, and implants.
Transform Your Smile Today
A stunning smile makeover begins with a consultation at Atlas Dental Specialists. During this appointment, we’ll listen to your goals, evaluate your dental health, and discuss the possibilities for your smile transformation. Using advanced imaging technology, we can even show you a preview of your potential results before treatment begins.
As Pittsburgh’s premier office for aesthetic, implant, and reconstructive dentistry, Atlas Dental Specialists combines technical expertise with an artistic eye to create smiles that look natural and complement your unique features. We participate with many insurance companies, including MetLife, Cigna, Principal, Ameritas, and United Healthcare. Contact us today at (412) 281-9411 for our downtown Pittsburgh location or (412) 730-2560 for our Shadyside office, or schedule your consultation online through our contact form.
Frequently Asked Questions About Smile Makeovers
How long does a complete smile makeover take?
The timeline for a smile makeover varies depending on the specific treatments included in your plan and the current condition of your oral health. Some smile makeovers can be completed in just two or three appointments over a few weeks, particularly if they primarily involve same-day treatments like CEREC crowns, dental bonding, and professional whitening. More complex makeovers that include treatments such as implants or orthodontics might take several months to a year to complete.
During your consultation, we’ll provide a detailed timeline for your specific treatment plan. Our prosthodontists carefully sequence your procedures to maximize efficiency while allowing appropriate healing time between certain treatments if necessary. Thanks to our in-house fabrication capabilities, we can often combine multiple procedures in a single visit, significantly reducing the overall treatment time compared to traditional dental practices.
Is a smile makeover painful?
Most patients experience minimal discomfort during and after smile makeover procedures. We use local anesthesia to ensure you’re comfortable during treatments that require it, and many cosmetic procedures such as professional whitening and veneer placement involve little to no discomfort. For patients with dental anxiety or those undergoing multiple procedures in one visit, we offer additional comfort measures and sedation options to ensure a relaxed, pain-free experience.
After certain procedures, you may experience some temporary sensitivity or mild discomfort as your tissues heal. We provide detailed post-treatment instructions and may recommend over-the-counter pain relievers to manage any discomfort. Most patients find that any post-treatment sensitivity resolves within a few days and that the results of their smile makeover far outweigh any temporary discomfort experienced during the process.
How much does a smile makeover cost in Pittsburgh?
The cost of a smile makeover in Pittsburgh varies widely based on the specific treatments included, the complexity of your case, and the materials used. A basic smile makeover involving professional whitening and minor bonding might start around $1,500-3,000, while a comprehensive makeover with veneers, crowns, and/or implants can range from $8,000 to $30,000 or more, depending on how many teeth are being treated and the specific procedures involved.
At Atlas Dental Specialists, we provide a detailed cost breakdown during your consultation, with no hidden fees or surprises. We offer various payment options and financing plans to make your smile makeover more affordable. Remember that investing in high-quality dental work performed by experienced prosthodontists often provides better long-term value, even if the initial cost is higher than less specialized practices.
What’s the difference between a smile makeover and a full mouth reconstruction?
While there is some overlap between these treatments, a smile makeover primarily focuses on improving the appearance of your smile, though it may also address some functional issues. A full mouth reconstruction, on the other hand, is driven by necessity rather than aesthetics, focusing on restoring proper function to severely damaged, decayed, or missing teeth throughout the mouth.
A smile makeover typically involves mostly cosmetic procedures such as veneers, whitening, and cosmetic bonding, with perhaps some functional treatments like implants or crowns as needed. A full mouth reconstruction usually involves more extensive restorative work, potentially including multiple crowns, bridges, implants, and possibly orthognathic surgery or extensive periodontal treatment. As prosthodontists, we are uniquely qualified to perform both types of transformations, tailoring our approach to your specific needs and goals.
How do I maintain my smile makeover results?
Maintaining your smile makeover results requires good oral hygiene practices, regular dental check-ups, and possibly some specific care routines depending on the treatments you’ve received. Generally, we recommend brushing twice daily with a soft-bristled toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste, flossing daily, and using an antiseptic mouthwash. For certain restorations, such as veneers or implants, we may suggest specific cleaning tools or techniques.
Regular professional cleanings and check-ups are essential for preserving your smile makeover results. We typically recommend visits every six months, though some patients may benefit from more frequent appointments. During these visits, we thoroughly clean your teeth and restorations and check for any signs of wear or damage that might require attention. Addressing minor issues promptly can prevent more significant problems and help maintain your beautiful smile for years to come.
