Smile Makeover in Woodland Hills
You've been meaning to do something about your smile for years. Maybe a front tooth chipped, a few fillings have darkened, or your teeth have shifted and worn down over time, and now you notice it in every photo. When several concerns overlap like this, fixing one tooth at a time rarely produces a result that looks cohesive. A smile makeover looks at your whole smile and builds one coordinated plan. At 805 Dentistry, our Thousand Oaks office regularly welcomes patients from Woodland Hills who want that kind of comprehensive, carefully planned approach.
A smile makeover starts with a conversation. We ask what bothers you when you look in the mirror, what you'd like to change, and what matters most to you, whether that's color, shape, alignment, gaps, or missing teeth. Dr. Dar Radfar and our team then complete a thorough dental exam, because cosmetic work only holds up when the teeth and gums underneath it are healthy.
We also use 2D and 3D dental imaging, including CBCT imaging when it's needed, to see what's happening below the surface. With Digital Smile Design, we can map out proposed changes before any treatment begins, so you can understand the plan and weigh in on it. For Woodland Hills patients, this first visit lays out the full picture in one place and lets you decide on your timeline before committing to anything.
Many adults are good candidates for a smile makeover, especially people with more than one cosmetic or functional concern. Common situations include stained or discolored teeth, chips and cracks, uneven or worn edges, gaps, crowding, a "gummy" smile, older restorations that no longer match, and missing teeth. Because we treat patients of all ages, we can also talk with parents about what makes sense for teenagers now and what should wait.
Candidacy depends on your oral health first. If we find gum disease, decay, or an infection, we treat it before any cosmetic work begins. Our practice includes a board-certified periodontist and a board-certified endodontist, so issues like gum problems or a tooth that needs a root canal can often be handled within the same practice rather than through a separate referral.
What treatments might be part of my smile makeover?
Your smile makeover will combine whichever treatments fit your goals and your oral health. Every plan is different, but we choose from options we provide in our office, including:
- Teeth whitening, either in-office or with take-home trays
- Porcelain veneers or composite bonding to change shape, size, or color
- Crowns, inlays, and onlays to restore damaged teeth
- Invisalign, clear aligners, or traditional braces to correct alignment
- Gum contouring or crown lengthening to balance the gumline
- Tooth recontouring to smooth small irregularities
- Dental implants, bridges, or dentures to replace missing teeth
Treatment usually follows a logical order. Alignment and gum work typically come first, whitening comes before we match the color of new restorations, and veneers or crowns finish the plan. Our on-site dental lab supports this restorative work. If dental anxiety has kept you from moving forward, we offer nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation, along with a board-certified dental anesthesiologist on staff.
How do I take care of my new smile?
Caring for a smile makeover is mostly a matter of keeping up consistent habits. Brush twice a day, floss daily, and keep your regular cleanings and exams so we can check your restorations and catch small problems early. If you had gum treatment, we may recommend periodontal maintenance visits. If you have implants, we provide ongoing implant maintenance.
Some habits deserve extra attention. If you grind or clench your teeth, a custom night guard can help protect veneers, crowns, and natural enamel. Because our practice has a strong focus on TMJ treatment, we can evaluate jaw clicking, locking, or jaw-related headaches as part of your care. If you completed orthodontic treatment, wearing your retainer as directed helps keep your teeth where we moved them. And if something chips or comes loose, we offer emergency dental appointments.
How do I pay for a smile makeover?
We accept all major PPO insurance plans, welcome self-pay patients, and offer financing. Cosmetic procedures are often treated differently by insurance than restorative ones, so we review your plan with you and explain which parts may be covered before treatment begins.
Because a smile makeover usually involves several procedures, we give you a clear breakdown of your treatment plan and its costs at your consultation. Some patients choose to complete treatment in phases, and financing can make a larger plan easier to manage. For our Woodland Hills patients, that means fewer surprises and a plan you understand from the start.