Cosmetic dentistry is a great way to upgrade your smile. You can choose from various treatment options that will enhance your appearance, helping you feel more confident when you look in the mirror and when you’re surrounded by others. But how fast can you see results? Keep reading to find out what you can expect when it comes to the timeline for cosmetic dentistry.
What Can Affect Cosmetic Dentistry Timelines?
Whether it’s veneers, teeth whitening, cosmetic bonding, metal-free restorations, clear aligners, facial aesthetic treatment (i.e., BOTOX or Juvéderm), or gum recontouring, each service has a different timeframe.
Your dentist will go over the various factors that can impact the duration of your treatment, such as:
- Preparatory work: If you have dental decay or gum disease, these issues will need to be addressed before you can move forward with cosmetic dental care.
- Type of cosmetic procedure: Each service has its own timeframe, so depending on what you need or want, the time might be shorter or longer.
- Time it takes to heal: While many cosmetic services require little or no downtime, others may have you spending some additional time at home recovering from treatment. This can prolong your timeframe.
What is the Average Timeframe for Cosmetic Treatment?
If you are curious about how long each method of treatment can take before you see noticeable results, here is a brief breakdown:
- Veneers: Veneers require two dental appointments for preparation and placement. A few weeks between visits is normal, as the restorations need to be created in an outside lab.
- Metal-Free Restorations: A customized crown or similar restoration can take several weeks to produce, which is why you need at least two visits to your dentist’s office before seeing results.
- Teeth Whitening: Depending on which method of treatment you choose, you can see results in as little as one hour (in-office whitening) or within two weeks (take-home whitening trays).
- Cosmetic Bonding: You only need one appointment to see a new smile with cosmetic bonding.
- Gum Recontouring: Gum recontouring is a permanent cosmetic treatment that is usually completed in a single appointment but requires some post-operative recovery.
- Invisalign or ClearCorrect: Clear aligner treatment can take 12-18 months (or more) before teeth appear straighter.
- BOTOX or Juvéderm: Facial aesthetic treatment can take a few appointments before desired results are achieved, but they should be noticeable within days.
Talk to your cosmetic dentist about your needs and expectations. This will ensure you see the kind of smile you want when pursuing cosmetic dentistry.
About the Practice
Clear Coast Dental consists of three highly trained dentists who care about educating patients, changing lives, and beautifying smiles. As a staple within the New Bedford community for decades, we continue to provide reliable treatment options that meet every patient’s needs. If cosmetic dentistry is what you desire, you can expect us to deliver timely, radiant results. Stand out at your next big event by calling us at (508) 997-1030 to schedule an appointment or visit our website.
