Your Best Smile
Smile Makeover
When one treatment isn't enough, we combine them — whitening, veneers, bonding, Invisalign — into a single coordinated plan designed around the smile you want.
Reviewed by Dr. Sang Kim, DMD — Updated April 2026
What is a smile makeover?
A smile makeover is a customized treatment plan that combines multiple cosmetic and restorative procedures to transform the overall appearance of your smile. Unlike a single treatment that addresses one issue, a makeover looks at the big picture — color, alignment, shape, proportion, and how your teeth frame your face. At Bridgewater Dental Center, Dr. Kim designs every makeover around what you want your smile to look like, then builds the clinical roadmap to get there.
Treatments we commonly combine
- Professional whitening — brighten the foundation before any other work begins.
- Invisalign — straighten alignment issues without metal brackets.
- Porcelain veneers — reshape, resize, and recolor the front teeth permanently.
- Cosmetic bonding — quick, affordable fixes for chips, gaps, and minor irregularities.
- Gum contouring — reshaping the gum line for better tooth proportion.
- Dental implants — replacing missing teeth so the full arch looks complete.
How the process works
Every makeover at our Bridgewater office starts with a consultation — no commitment, just a conversation. Dr. Kim will listen to what bothers you about your current smile, discuss what's realistic, and walk you through a phased plan that fits your timeline and budget. Most makeovers are completed over two to six months, depending on the complexity.
The typical sequence
- Phase 1 — Foundation: Address any underlying health issues (decay, gum disease). Straighten with Invisalign if needed.
- Phase 2 — Brightening: Professional whitening to establish the ideal shade before restorations are placed.
- Phase 3 — Shaping: Veneers, bonding, or crowns to refine shape, close gaps, and create symmetry.
- Phase 4 — Finishing: Final adjustments, bite check, and polish. You leave with a smile that looks like the best version of you.
Who is it for?
Smile makeovers are for anyone who looks in the mirror and wishes something were different — but doesn't know where to start. Common reasons patients in the Shenandoah Valley come to us for makeovers: stained or yellowed teeth that don't respond to whitening alone, chipped or worn-down teeth from years of grinding, gaps or crowding that affect confidence, old restorations that no longer match, or simply wanting to look and feel their best for a milestone — a wedding, a career change, a fresh start.
Cost and financing
Because every makeover is different, cost varies. We provide a complete treatment plan with transparent pricing before any work begins. Insurance may cover portions of restorative work within the plan. CareCredit financing and the Virginia Dental Club discount are both available. No surprises.
Ready to explore what's possible? Schedule a cosmetic consultation or call us at 540-443-2659.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a smile makeover take?+
Most makeovers are completed over two to six months, depending on which treatments are involved. If Invisalign is part of the plan, the timeline may be longer. Dr. Kim will walk you through the full schedule at your consultation.
How much does a smile makeover cost?+
Cost varies because every makeover is different. We provide a complete treatment plan with transparent pricing before any work begins. CareCredit financing and Virginia Dental Club discounts are both available.
Will my smile makeover look natural?+
That's the goal. Dr. Kim designs every makeover to look like the best version of your own smile — not a cookie-cutter result. Shape, color, and proportion are all matched to your face and features.
Do I need to get all the treatments at once?+
No. Many patients phase their makeover across several months to fit their schedule and budget. Each step is planned in advance so there are no surprises along the way.
What if I'm not sure where to start?+
That's exactly what the consultation is for. Tell us what bothers you about your smile, and Dr. Kim will recommend the simplest path to the result you want — whether that's one treatment or several.
Is a smile makeover covered by insurance?+
Insurance may cover portions of restorative work within your plan, such as crowns or fillings that also serve a cosmetic purpose. Purely cosmetic procedures typically are not covered. We'll help you understand your benefits upfront.
Ready When You Are
Let's write the next chapter
of your smile's story.
Schedule an appointment online, or give us a call. We're accepting new patients of every age — and we'll walk you through every step.