{"id":398,"date":"2025-11-25T14:46:39","date_gmt":"2025-11-25T14:46:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.amazedentaldesoto.com\/blog\/?p=398"},"modified":"2025-11-25T14:46:40","modified_gmt":"2025-11-25T14:46:40","slug":"what-is-the-best-dentist-for-a-smile-makeover","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.amazedentaldesoto.com\/blog\/2025\/11\/25\/what-is-the-best-dentist-for-a-smile-makeover\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s the Best Kind of Dentist to Perform a Smile Makeover?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If you\u2019re interested in changing the appearance of your teeth with the help of a smile makeover<\/a>, you may be overwhelmed trying to figure out where to begin. After all, with so many options out there, it can be hard to determine which dentist is the best choice for the job. Here are some important things to look for when selecting a dentist, and why when it comes to cosmetic dentistry, the person performing the procedure is often more important than the treatment itself!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Kind of Dentist is Best for a Smile Makeover?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When many people think about getting a smile makeover, they often believe that a cosmetic dentist would be the best person for the job. That\u2019s because these dentists are specially trained in cosmetic treatment. However, while that designation is very helpful if you only need one treatment, it can complicate matters if you\u2019re undergoing a complete smile transformation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You see, with a smile makeover, not only will you be getting two or more treatments, but they\u2019ll need to work together harmoniously to complete your look. While yes, you may want whiter, brighter teeth, you may also have gaps between them that you\u2019d like to close.  Although it\u2019s true that a cosmetic dentist would no doubt do a lovely job with this, if you have any cavities, gum disease, or other dental issues that are not cosmetic, a general dentist who is experienced with restorative treatment is usually a better choice. This way they can address any oral health issues prior to your makeover but do so in a way that sets your smile up for success after your cosmetic treatments. After all, you don\u2019t want to invest the time and money in your smile if you\u2019ll only need to have the work redone soon after because of untreated decay or infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Do I Know if My Dentist is the Best Choice for My Smile Makeover?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The easiest way to determine if your dentist is a good choice for your smile makeover is to check their website for information. First, read their bio and see where they went to dental school, if they have any specialized training, and which professional societies they\u2019re members of. Then, take a look at their patient reviews, before-and-after photos from real patients, and their menu of services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you like what you see or if you have any questions that aren\u2019t answered on their site, call the practice and schedule a consultation. This is your opportunity to get to know your dentist, see what she\u2019s capable of, ask important questions, and create a custom treatment plan that will address all your concerns. If your dentist notices any untreated oral health problems at this time, she can also add those to your treatment plan to take care of before beginning your smile makeover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember, a smile makeover can be a lifechanging event, and it\u2019s perfectly natural to want to make sure you\u2019re in the best hands possible before you get started. Thus, be sure to take a little time to learn more about your dentist and make sure they are the right person for the job, because having a beautiful, healthy confident smile begins with the dentist doing the work!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Our Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Amaze Dental<\/a>, our caring, compassionate, and talented dentists, Dr. Najjar and Dr. Le are the dynamic duo here to make your smile brighter! Whether you need just a cleaning and exam or you\u2019d like to improve your smile with a smile makeover, they are proud to collaborate on your care and get you the results you want for the gorgeous, glowing grin of your dreams. To schedule a consultation for a smile makeover, visit our website<\/a> or call us today at 972-230-1100.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"If you\u2019re interested in changing the appearance of your teeth with the help of a smile makeover, you may be overwhelmed trying to figure out where to begin. After all, with so many options out there, it can be hard to determine which dentist is the best choice for the job. Here are some important things to look for when selecting a dentist, and why when it comes to cosmetic dentistry, the person performing the […] (Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-398","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.amazedentaldesoto.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/398","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.amazedentaldesoto.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.amazedentaldesoto.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.amazedentaldesoto.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.amazedentaldesoto.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=398"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.amazedentaldesoto.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/398\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":400,"href":"https:\/\/www.amazedentaldesoto.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/398\/revisions\/400"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.amazedentaldesoto.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=398"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.amazedentaldesoto.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=398"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.amazedentaldesoto.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=398"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}