Ageing is inevitable for everybody and the beauty industry is booming with products, solutions, treatments and remedies to help people fight against the tide and either maintain or regain their youthful looks.

There are a number of key areas that can contribute to an ageing appearance including;

• Those that affect the skin such as wrinkles, dark spots and dullness
• Things that impact the hair like thinning, balding or greying
• The teeth which can become worn, yellow as well as receding gums

Now there are some treatments and products which can help some of the signs of ageing on the skin and hair such as hair dye, face creams, Botox, hair extensions, fillers and so on. But apart from providing a temporary improvement, these so called ‘solutions’ do not deliver any other benefits and can cost a lot of money.

However, when it comes to teeth, a smile makeover can have a hugely positive long-term impact on not just a person’s appearance, but on their overall health and the function of their teeth and mouth.

Here is how your dentist could help to turn back the clock with a smile makeover.

What is a smile makeover?

A smile makeover is a process that involves using one or more treatments to address, resolve, cover and improve issues that negatively impact the aesthetics of the teeth. These are typically used to address problems such as;

• Missing, chipped, cracked or broken teeth
• Discoloured or stained teeth
• Decay, cavities or old silver fillings
• Misaligned, overcrowded, gapped or crooked teeth
• Uneven teeth that are too long or too short
• Teeth that are rotated or protruding

A smile makeover involves a custom treatment plan which is carried out in stages to ensure the process delivers the desired results in a way that is as efficient and cost-effective as possible.

What treatments can make a smile more youthful?

Every smile makeover is tailored to the unique dental needs and preferences of each individual patient so the type and number of treatments required will vary.

Here are some of the ways that the most commonly used smile makeover treatments can make you look younger;

Orthodontics

Crooked, misaligned or gapped teeth can make the face appear sunken, older and narrow as well as seriously affecting overall function and oral health. Teeth straightening solutions such as Invisalign work to correct misalignment and move teeth into the proper position, supporting the structure of the face and mouth for a fuller, more youthful appearance.

Dental Implants

There is nothing that will age you faster than missing teeth which alter the shape of the face and can lead to bone loss. Dental implants replace missing teeth in a way that stimulates the jaw and helps it to retain its shape whilst preserving the facial structure.

Teeth whitening

Yellow, stained and dull teeth are not only unappealing but they will age your face much more than you’d think. This popular treatment is a fast, effective, non-invasive and affordable way to knock off some years in just a short space of time and give you a bright, white, youthful looking smile.

Veneers

These can be used to cover dental blemishes such as cracks, chips, stains and gaps or even receding gums which can all make you look older than you are if left untreated.