What Is a Smile Makeover?
A smile makeover is a coordinated combination of cosmetic dental treatments — selected and sequenced specifically for your face, your teeth, and your goals. Unlike a single-service visit, a makeover takes a holistic view of your entire smile: colour, shape, size, proportion, spacing, and alignment.
At MiNa Family Dentistry in Thornhill, every smile makeover begins with a comprehensive consultation. Dr. Kadivar reviews photographs, takes digital records, and listens carefully to understand what you want to change. From there, a treatment plan is designed that addresses each concern efficiently — often delivering results that exceed what patients thought possible.
- Teeth that are stained, yellowed, or heavily discoloured
- Chips, cracks, or worn-down edges
- Gaps or unwanted spaces between teeth
- Misaligned, crowded, or uneven teeth
- Missing teeth affecting the overall smile line
- A gummy smile or uneven gum line
- Disproportionate or worn-down teeth
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The Smile Makeover Process at MiNa
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Smile Consultation
Dr. Kadivar reviews your smile with photographs, X-rays, and a detailed conversation about what you love and what you'd change. No obligation — this is about understanding your vision.
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Digital Smile Design
We use digital imaging to show you a preview of your planned results before a single procedure begins. You see the outcome, approve the design, and then we build it.
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Phased Treatment
Treatments are sequenced logically — health first, then aesthetics. Whitening before veneers, alignment before bonding. Each step builds on the last for a cohesive result.
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Reveal & Maintenance
Your final result is revealed and documented. We provide a personalised care plan to protect your investment — including home care guidance and follow-up appointments.
Shade selection is one of the most important steps — Dr. Kadivar matches every restoration precisely to your natural teeth and skin tone.
Technology Behind the Results
At MiNa Family Dentistry, smile makeovers are planned and executed using the same technology found in specialist practices — not just general dental equipment:
Digital Smile Design
Digital photography and imaging software let you see a realistic preview of your final smile before any treatment begins.
CAD/CAM Restorations
Computer-aided design and manufacturing produces precisely fitting veneers, crowns, and bridges — often in a single visit.
CBCT 3D Imaging
Cone-beam computed tomography provides three-dimensional scans for complex treatment planning, ensuring every procedure is executed with maximum accuracy.
Teeth Whitening: The Most Popular Starting Point
For most smile makeovers, teeth whitening is the first step — because every other procedure (veneers, bonding, crowns) is shade-matched to your whitest desired colour. Get the whitening right first, and everything else follows.
MiNa Family Dentistry offers in-office Zoom whitening — a clinically proven system that lightens teeth up to 8 shades in a single 45-minute session. Unlike take-home kits (which can cause uneven results and sensitivity if used incorrectly), in-office whitening is supervised by a professional, uses higher-grade whitening agents, and delivers predictable, lasting results.
Veneers: The Cornerstone of a Smile Transformation
If whitening is the warm-up, veneers are often the main event. Whether you choose porcelain veneers, composite veneers, or LUMINEERS, the principle is the same: a thin custom-crafted shell is bonded to the front surface of the tooth, instantly correcting colour, shape, size, and minor alignment issues.
At MiNa, veneers are designed collaboratively — Dr. Kadivar works with you to choose a shape and shade that flatters your face and looks completely natural (not the over-whitened “Hollywood” look unless that's what you want). The result is a smile that looks like an improved version of you, not a replacement.
Bonding, Invisalign, and the Supporting Cast
Not every smile makeover requires veneers on every tooth. Often, dental bonding can address one or two problem teeth quickly and affordably — a chip here, a small gap there — while more significant improvements are handled with porcelain.
When alignment is part of the picture, Invisalign is typically sequenced first. Straightening the teeth creates the ideal canvas for veneers or bonding — no point perfecting the surface of a tooth that will later be repositioned. Dr. Kadivar plans the full sequence at your initial consultation so you know exactly what's coming and when.
Maintaining Your Smile Makeover Results
A smile makeover is an investment — and like any investment, it pays to protect it. Here's how to keep your results looking their best for years to come:
- Brush twice daily with a soft-bristle brush and non-abrasive fluoride toothpaste
- Floss daily — bacteria between teeth can still cause decay beneath veneers and crowns
- Wear a night guard if you grind your teeth (bruxism can crack veneers and crowns)
- Attend regular cleanings every 6 months — professional polishing keeps restorations bright
- Avoid biting nails, ice, or hard objects that can chip composite and porcelain
- Touch-up whitening 1–2× per year if you drink coffee, tea, or red wine regularly
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a smile makeover?
A smile makeover is a personalised combination of cosmetic dental procedures designed to address every aspect of your smile — colour, shape, alignment, proportion, and overall appearance — in a single coordinated treatment plan.
How long does a smile makeover take?
It depends on the treatments involved. A whitening-only makeover takes one appointment. A full plan involving veneers, alignment, and crowns typically unfolds over 3–6 months. Dr. Kadivar provides a clear timeline at your consultation.
Is a smile makeover painful?
Most cosmetic procedures are performed under local anaesthesia, making them comfortable during the appointment. Post-procedure sensitivity (if any) is mild and temporary. Many patients are surprised by how comfortable the experience is.
What's the difference between veneers and bonding?
Veneers are custom-fabricated porcelain or ceramic shells — more durable and stain-resistant, but more involved. Bonding uses composite resin applied directly to the tooth in one visit — faster and more affordable, but with a shorter lifespan (typically 5–8 years).
Am I a good candidate for a smile makeover?
Most adults who are unhappy with their smile are candidates. Good oral health is a prerequisite — any active decay or gum disease is treated first. We build your new smile on a healthy foundation.
Is a smile makeover covered by dental insurance?
Purely cosmetic procedures are generally not covered. However, restorative elements — crowns to repair a broken tooth, bonding to fix a chip — may be partially covered. We help you understand what your plan includes before you commit.
