Many people use the terms smile makeover and full-mouth reconstruction interchangeably. Although both end up improving the appearance of a patient’s smile, they are different procedures with different purposes. A smile makeover is planned and performed strictly for cosmetic purposes—because you want your smile to look as attractive as possible. Full-mouth reconstruction, on the other hand, is primarily done to restore the functionality of your teeth and, therefore, usually includes a combination of restorative and cosmetic dental treatments. If your smile needs to function and look better, Drs. Katherine and Brian Lee at Dentistry at Windermere in Cummings, GA, can create a plan for full-mouth reconstruction that’s just right for you. Let’s take a look at some of the procedures that might be included in your customized plan.
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