Smile Makeover in Glendale, AZ
Stained teeth from years of coffee, a chipped edge you keep covering with your hand, a gap you’ve always wanted closed; everyone’s version of “your best smile” looks a little different. At My Dental & Implants, Dr. Afzalian builds a plan for a smile makeover in Glendale around what you actually want changed, using veneers or crowns depending on the tooth.
So if you’re planning ahead for a wedding, easing into a change you’ve put off, or just tired of hiding a smile you don’t love, we’ll talk through which options fit your timeline and your teeth before recommending anything.
Issues a Smile Makeover Can Treat
A smile makeover isn’t only for dramatic transformations. Here’s what it typically addresses:
- Yellowed or stained teeth that haven’t responded to regular brushing
- Chips, cracks, or uneven edges
- Gaps or spacing between teeth
- Old bonding or veneers that look worn or discolored
- A tooth that looks noticeably different from the ones around it
- Wear and aging that’s changed the shape of your smile over time
- A smile you find yourself holding back in photos or conversation
If any of these sound familiar, a consultation is a low-pressure way to see what’s actually possible.
Smile Makeover Options We Offer
A smile makeover, or cosmetic dentistry, isn’t one fixed treatment. It’s built from whichever combination fits your teeth and your goals. Depending on your case, that may include:
Dental Implants
Missing teeth can throw off the rest of your smile, and a dental implant replaces both the tooth and the root for a natural-feeling fit.
Dental Veneers
Thin, tooth-colored dental veneers cover chips, gaps, or discoloration on individual teeth for a more even smile.
Dental Crowns
A dental crown reshapes and protects a tooth that’s too worn, cracked, or discolored for veneers alone to fix.
Cavity & Filling Repair
A filling clears out decay and rebuilds the tooth underneath, so a smile makeover has a healthy foundation to build on.
Full Mouth Rehabilitation
A full mouth rehabilitation coordinates treatment across every tooth at once, rather than fixing problems one at a time.
Invisalign
Invisalign straightens crowded or shifted teeth with clear aligners instead of traditional braces.
Sedation for Smile Makeover Visits
Sedation keeps patients comfortable through longer appointments, easing any anxiety about the visit itself.
Comfortable, Efficient Smile Makeover Visits
A smile makeover in Glendale doesn’t need to mean months of appointments. We plan the fewest visits that get you the result you want, then guide you through the adjustment period.
Visits Planned Around Your Schedule
Fillings, crowns, and veneers are often done in one to two visits, while implants, full mouth rehabilitation, and Invisalign are planned across multiple appointments over a longer stretch.
Comfort Throughout Treatment
Local anesthetic is used for any tooth preparation, and we walk you through each step before we start.
Aftercare Tips for Your New Smile
Implants, crowns, and veneers hold up well with normal brushing and flossing, and we’ll walk you through any specific care your treatment needs before you leave.
Is a Smile Makeover Right for You?
Not every smile concern needs the same fix. We look at your teeth and your goals together before recommending a plan or smile makeover techniques.
Good Candidates
Chips, gaps, worn edges, or a few uneven teeth on an otherwise healthy mouth usually respond well to veneers, crowns, or fillings.
May Need Other Treatments
Missing teeth, crowded teeth, or more extensive damage usually call for implants, Invisalign, or full mouth rehabilitation before smaller cosmetic fixes make sense.
What to Expect During Your Smile Makeover Process
Knowing the steps ahead of time makes planning a lot less overwhelming. At My Dental & Implants, our smile makeover dentist typically goes like this:
01
Consultation & Goals
Dr. Afzalian asks what you’d like to change about your smile, examines your teeth, and takes X-rays if needed to see which treatments fit.
02
Treatment Plan
We put together a plan built from veneers, crowns, fillings, implants, or Invisalign, depending on what your teeth need and how many visits it takes.
03
Preparing the Teeth
Veneers and crowns need a small amount of tooth reshaping, implants need the site prepared, and Invisalign starts with impressions or a digital scan.
04
Placing the Treatment
Depending on your plan, this step might mean bonding a veneer, placing a crown, filling a cavity, or carefully fitting an implant into place.
05
Final Look & Adjustments
Before you leave, we check how everything looks and feels, including color, shape, and bite, then make small adjustments so nothing feels off.
What a Smile Makeover Can and Can’t Fix
A smile makeover in Glendale covers a lot of ground, but not everything. Here’s a general idea of where it helps and where another treatment needs to happen first.
| Concern | A Smile Makeover Can Fix | Needs Other Treatment First |
|---|---|---|
| Tooth color | Staining or discoloration on an otherwise healthy tooth | Staining caused by an untreated cavity |
| Tooth shape | Chips, wear, or uneven edges | A tooth cracked below the gumline |
| Spacing | Small gaps or slightly uneven teeth | Significant crowding or a misaligned bite |
| Missing teeth | A single missing tooth | Several missing teeth affecting how you chew |
| Overall health | Cosmetic changes on a healthy mouth | Active decay or gum disease |
What Our Patients Say
Real feedback from patients who’ve trusted My Dental & Implants with their care, smile makeovers included.
How Much Does a Smile Makeover Cost?
The cost depends on which treatments are involved and how many teeth are included. We’ll go over the plan and the cost together before starting.
Insurance Coverage
Cosmetic treatments like veneers usually aren’t covered by dental insurance, though we work with plans like Aetna, Delta Dental, MetLife, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue Cross Blue Shield for any restorative work involved.
Flexible Financing Options
Proceed Finance, CareCredit, and Cherry financing plans are available if you’d rather spread the cost across monthly payments.
Don’t Have Dental Insurance?
You don’t need insurance to start a smile makeover. Ask us about financing options that fit your budget.
Smile Makeover Benefits
A makeover changes more than how your teeth look in the mirror. Patients who go through one often notice:
- A smile they no longer feel the need to cover in photos
- Less self-consciousness when talking, laughing, or meeting new people
- A more even, natural-looking bite alongside the cosmetic change
- Teeth that are easier to keep clean once chips or gaps are repaired
- One coordinated plan instead of separate fixes over time
Meet Our Cosmetic Dentist in Glendale
Dr. Nima Afzalian, D.M.D., plans smile makeovers for patients at My Dental & Implants. His path to dentistry started with undergraduate work in Biomedical Engineering through Arizona State University’s Barrett Honors College in 2017, continued with a Master of Science in Biomedical/Medical Engineering from ASU in 2018, and led to a Doctor of Dental Medicine from Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine-Arizona in 2022.
Arizona License: D011364 | NPI: 1245979186 | Services provided by an Arizona-licensed general dentist.
Experience You Can Trust
Since 2022, Dr. Afzalian has planned cosmetic treatments for patients looking to change everything from a single chipped tooth to a full smile redesign.
Awards & Training
His dental school record includes Honors in Dental Implants and the Dean’s Award as Top Clinician, recognition that reflects the same attention to detail behind his cosmetic planning.
Commonly Asked Questions
What is a smile makeover?
A smile makeover is a personalized plan that combines treatments like veneers, crowns, or implants to address whatever bothers you about your smile.
How long does a smile makeover take?
It depends on the treatments involved. Whitening or bonding can be done in a visit or two; veneers usually take a couple of visits over a few weeks.
Does a smile makeover hurt?
Fillings and crowns are done with local anesthetic to keep you comfortable. Veneers involve light tooth preparation, also done with local anesthetic.
Will my results look natural?
Yes. Shades and shapes are matched to the rest of your smile rather than picked to stand out.
How long do veneers last?
Veneers typically last 10 to 15 years with normal care, though this varies by patient.
Is a smile makeover covered by insurance?
Cosmetic treatments like whitening and veneers usually aren’t covered, though any restorative work involved may be.
Can I combine veneers with other treatments?
Yes. Veneers are often paired with crowns, fillings, or Invisalign as part of one coordinated plan, depending on what each tooth actually needs.
What if I only want to fix one tooth?
A smile makeover doesn’t have to mean full-mouth treatment. We can focus on a single tooth if that’s all you want changed.
SMILE MAKEOVER NEAR ME
Start Loving Your Smile, Book a Consultation
You don’t have to live with a smile you keep covering up. So stop Googling “smile makeover” and contact My Dental & Implants. Dr. Afzalian and his team can walk you through what’s possible for patients across Glendale, Peoria, Phoenix, and Surprise. Call (623) 300-2550 to schedule a consultation.