What Is Digital Smile Design?

Have you been looking for an opportunity to revamp your entire smile? Are you feeling insecure? Do you hide your smile when you’re laughing or taking photos?

You’re not alone. Up to 55% of Australians feel insecure about their teeth. It might be time for you to consider digital smile design.

A digital smile design provider can help you get a grin that you’ll be proud to show off. But what is it, and how does it work? How do you know if it’s the right cosmetic dental care option for you?

We’re here to talk about it. Keep reading to learn all about digital smile design so you can make an informed decision about your dental health and the appearance of your teeth.

What Is Digital Smile Design?

Digital smile design is a modern method of cosmetic dentistry that allows dentists to craft your ideal smile before they even touch your teeth.

Dentists are able to pre-plan your smile, with your input, and make adjustments to fit your ideal aesthetic and dental needs. Digital smile design takes the guesswork out of your smile makeover.

There’s no longer a need to use pesky gels and moulds on your teeth to get an impression of them. Instead, dentists and orthodontists can use a scanner to take photos of your teeth, even on the inside, as well as a 3-D portrait of your face.

The technology can then “mock-up” a new smile and you can see that smile before you commit to treatment. 

The technology for digital smile design is a decade old, but it’s just as effective as ever. There’s no better option when it comes to allowing patients to see exactly what their results will look like before they pay for their procedure. 

How Does Digital Smile Design Work? 

Digital smile design might sound like magic, but it’s just science!

First, cosmetic dentists use their own experience and expertise to judge your face and pre-existing teeth. Then, they start taking photos and scans of your teeth and jaw to see your starting point.

They use the scans to determine how everything currently lines up in your mouth, how your teeth look in comparison to your face, your midline, and your gums. Most of this is up to the dentist’s own aesthetic preference, but the patient will be able to provide input as well.

Before treatment starts, the dentist will show the patient the results of the virtual smile design. The patient can ask about changes and get clarification at this point so that they can feel confident proceeding. 

If the patient isn’t happy with the design, they can ask for changes.

Because 3D smile designs allow the patient to see the new teeth on their own face, it’s easy for patients to determine whether or not the results are right for them. 

What Are the Advantages of Digital Smile Design?

So why choose a digital smile design instead of a conventional cosmetic dental process? Is it worth the cost? 

Digital smile design is the most high-tech option available to cosmetic dentists (and as a result, their patients). It’s bringing traditional cosmetic dentistry into the future so dentists have more tools at their disposal and can give their patients better results.

Patients have the benefit of being able to co-design their own smiles with their cosmetic dentists. If they don’t like how something looks, they get to know that before the procedure even begins. 

While cosmetic dentistry has come a long way, and cosmetic dentists work hard to give the best results to their patients, it’s not always perfect. Digital smile design allows room for adjustments so patients can all get natural-looking smiles that suit their aesthetics.

Because of how effective and versatile digital smile design is, it can help the patient save both time and money. They don’t have to waste time or money on procedures that won’t give them the results that they desire. Instead, the digital smile design process lets them know exactly what they’re supposed to do and the general timeframe that it will take to do it. 

Bonus: digital smile design works with a variety of cosmetic dental procedures. Whether you want clear aligners, veneers, or even implants (or a combination of all of the above), digital smile design software allows you to see what the results will look like. 

Who Can Benefit From Digital Smile Design? 

So who should get digital smile design anyway?

Digital smile design is for anyone who isn’t happy with the aesthetics of their smile. Whether there are only a few small imperfections or the patient is in need of a full smile makeover, digital smile design is there to save the day.

If someone is just in need of clear aligners, digital smile design will show what a straight smile with the patient’s natural teeth will look like. If they have teeth to replace or modify, the software can show the patient (and dentist) what they would look like with tooth implants or veneers. 

Even if you only want professional whitening, digital smile design can help. You can see what your pearly whites will look like before you commit to treatment. 

Is Digital Smile Design Right for You?

If you’ve been looking to make some changes to your smile, digital smile design might be the answer. Your experienced cosmetic dentist can help you put together the straight and white smile of your dreams. You’ll get to see it before they even start the procedures!

See the future of your smile with digital smile design.

If you’re ready to start transforming your smile, we want to meet you! Contact us at Just Smile to make an appointment today.