Smile Makeover Maintenance: How to Keep Your New Smile Looking Great

A beautiful, confident smile can be a life-changing asset, and modern cosmetic dentistry makes it easier than ever to enhance your teeth with customized smile makeover treatments. Whether you've whitened, straightened, or restored your teeth with a smile makeover, maintaining your results is essential for ensuring long-lasting improvements. At Cosmetic Dental Associates in Houston, TX, Dr. Spiker Davis and Dr. Matt Guerre offer comprehensive smile makeovers to help patients achieve their ideal smile.

From porcelain veneers and teeth whitening to dental crowns and bonding, we customize each treatment plan to enhance smile aesthetics and function. Learn more about what's included in a smile makeover and how to protect your results over time.

What is included in a smile makeover?

A smile makeover is a fully customized treatment plan designed to address specific dental concerns and cosmetic goals. Depending on oral health, smile concerns, and preferences, a smile makeover plan may include some combination of the following treatments and procedures:

• Porcelain veneers
• Professional teeth whitening
• Dental crowns
• Gum contouring (gum reshaping)
• Orthodontic treatments like clear aligners
• Dental bonding

Each smile makeover is uniquely tailored to address individual's needs and achieve desired results. Once your treatment is complete, maintaining your new smile is just as important as creating it.

How do I make smile makeover results last longer?

To keep your smile looking bright, healthy, and beautiful, follow these essential maintenance tips after smile makeover treatment:

• Brush twice daily with a soft-bristled toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste, and floss once a day to prevent plaque buildup (or follow your recommended oral hygiene routine)
• Avoid stain-causing foods and drinks, like coffee, red wine, tea, and dark-colored sauces
• Schedule regular dental cleanings
• Wear a night guard if recommended
• Do not smoke or use tobacco/nicotine
• Consider an at-home teeth whitening touch-up treatment
• Avoid biting hard objects or using your teeth as tools

By following these steps, you can prolong your results and enjoy your transformed smile for years to come.

How long do smile makeover results last?

The longevity of full smile makeover results depends on the treatments included in your makeover and your oral care habits, in addition to other unique case factors. On average, patients can expect the results of some of the treatments included in a smile makeover to last as follows:

• Porcelain veneers can last 10 – 15 years with proper care
• Professional teeth whitening results can last 6 – 12 months, with touch-ups extending longevity
• Dental crowns and bonding may last a decade or longer with good hygiene and routine check-ups

Keep in mind, regular dental visits and proper at-home oral hygiene and maintenance are some of the most important factors in keeping your new smile in top condition.

Invest in your present and future with a custom smile makeover in Houston, TX

A stunning, confident smile is an investment, and taking the right preventive measures ensures long-lasting results with a smile transformation. Whether you're just now considering a smile makeover or looking for ways to maintain current enhancements, Cosmetic Dental Associates in Houston, TX is here to help. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Spiker Davis and Dr. Matt Guerre to learn more about custom smile makeovers, cosmetic treatments, and long-term smile care to help keep you looking your best and feeling like the most confident version of yourself for years to come.