Say Cheese: How Can a Smile Makeover Give You Picture-Perfect Teeth in Columbia, SC?

A new report by Byte.com ranked the 50 states in the US in terms of dental health, and you’ll never guess where South Carolina ranked on that list – and , no, before you ask, it wasn’t No. 1 and it wasn’t No. 50. 

Instead, we ranked 21st in the country – with No. 1 being the best. 

That means we’re in the top half, but definitely room for improvement.

At Soda City Dentistry, we believe the Columbia community is destined for more – and, quite frankly, you deserve better. And we were surprised when we saw some of the other results from that Byte.com report.

• 67% of Americans are self-conscious about their teeth
• 59% of Americans don’t feel beautiful when they smile
• 44% of Americans smile with their mouth closed due to teeth issues

And some of the biggest issues people have with their teeth include yellow or discolored teeth (57%), misaligned or uneven teeth (43%), cracked teeth (19%), missing teeth (17%), and gap in teeth (15%). 

If you’re unhappy with your smile and want to give it new life, a smile makeover might be right for you. 

5 Game-Changing Treatments Included In a Smile Makeover

A smile makeover starts with a consultation, but it evolves into so much more than that. The idea is to have an honest conversation with the patient about what their needs and wants are with their smile. 

It aims to improve the health and/or appearance of your teeth and gums, and usually involves combining two or more procedures into one, multi-faceted approach to address multiple concerns the patient has. 

In other words, it’s a beacon of hope for those who feel their smile is too far gone. 

But it’s not too far gone – at least not with Soda City Dentistry by your side. 

In fact, we offer a wide variety of treatments and procedures that can help give you the smile makeover you’ve always dreamed of – and we’re going to detail five of those procedures for you down below!

Oral Exam & Teeth Cleaning: So Fresh and So Clean

At the heart of every smile makeover is an oral exam and dental cleaning – two things that should be completed at least once every six months, though some people can get away with doing it annually. 

The oral exam gives us a closer look at your dental health.

The teeth cleaning helps us remove plaque, tartar, and stains. 

This is also a good chance for your Staten Island dentist to learn a little bit more about what you want out of your smile – and once they know what you want, they can put together a plan of action moving forward. 

Invisalign: The Clearest Path to a Straighter Smile

Crowding, gaps in teeth, open bite, underbite, overbite, crossbite – for the longest time, the only solution we had for these problems were braces, but what if we told you there was a newer, more invisible option? 

Well, you can wave goodbye to metal wires and invasive devices…

And say hello to Invisalign – a popular brand of clear aligners. 

Invisalign looks like a clear mouthguard, but it’s custom molded to fit your teeth perfectly – most people won’t even know you’re wearing it. Over time, they’ll gradually shift your teeth into their desired position. 

KöR Whitening: Achieve Hollywood-White Teeth in No Time

According to Byte.com, more than 80% of Americans would like whiter teeth, and 76% said they have stained teeth. Not only that, but 93% have tried an over-the-counter teeth whitening product at home.

But if you want real, see-it-for-yourself results…

A trip to Soda City Dentistry is your best bet. 

We teamed up with KöR Whitening to provide both in-office (KöR MAX, KöR ULTRA, KöR ULTRA-T) and at-home (KöR-Night™ and KöR-Day™) treatments that’ll give you the exact shade you’ve always wanted.

Filling the Gap: Dental Bridges & Implants For the Win

Growing up, losing a tooth was an exciting event that usually resulted in a dollar or two under our pillow, but that’s not true for adults. The good news is, while adult teeth don’t grow back, they can be replaced!

Dental bridges consist of one or more artificial teeth anchored to the adjacent natural teeth.

Dental implants are titanium posts surgically placed into the jawbone to act as the new root. 

Some people will benefit from a dental bridge, while others will opt for a dental implant – but then there are those who choose an implant-supported bridge. Don’t worry – we’ll make sure you find the right one!

Veneers vs. Bonding: The Ultimate Showdown for a Perfect Smile!

Dental implants and bridges are great for missing teeth, Invisalign helps fix misaligned teeth, and KöR Whitening can make your teeth glisten again – but what about all those other pesky dental imperfections?

If your teeth are chipped, cracked, or have gaps, then don’t worry.

Dental veneers and dental bonding can help fix just about anything!

Dental veneers use a porcelain or composite resin that fits over the entire front surface of the tooth, while dental bonding uses a tooth-colored resin and results in minimal enamel removal for a brand new tooth.

Soda City Dentistry: The Smile Makeover You’ve Always Wanted!

Are you dealing with multiple tooth, gum, or smile issues all at once? Do you close your mouth when you laugh to try and hide your smile? Are you worried you might not ever feel confident with your smile again? 

If you answered ‘yes’ to any of those questions above, then you’ve come to the right place. 

Welcome to Soda City Dentistry – where Columbia can learn to love their smile again. 

Dr. Rob Guerriero is excited to learn more about what your specific wants and needs are – that way, we can build you the perfect smile makeover treatment plan. That dream smile is just a phone call away!

Contact us today at (803) 794-5430 or schedule an appointment online to get the process started.