Digital Smile Design in Bulleen
Deciding to change something about your smile is a big step, and one of the hardest parts is not knowing what the result will actually look like. Digital Smile Design (DSD) is an approach that helps with exactly that. At Smile Style Dental in Bulleen, we use digital planning technology to design a proposed smile with you and, in many cases, let you preview it before any treatment is carried out.
Preview a your new smile before any treatment is done
Digital Smile Design is a planning approach that uses digital photographs, video, intra-oral scans and design software to plan proposed cosmetic changes to your smile. Using current techniques in digital CAD-CAM (computer aided design and computer aided manufacture) dentistry and 3D printing technology, we work with you to plan your smile. Rather than relying only on a description of what might be possible, Digital Smile Design allows you to see a proposed result beforehand, so you can discuss it and make an informed decision.
Your smile is unique to you, and it involves much more than the teeth alone. When planning changes, we look at your teeth alongside your lips, the way your mouth moves and your overall facial shape, so the design is considered in the context of your whole face rather than in isolation.
DSD is a planning tool rather than a treatment in itself, and it is often used before treatments such as veneers, crowns or other cosmetic work.
Frequently asked questions
Below are answers to some of the questions we hear most often about cosmetic dental services in Bulleen. If there is anything else you would like to know before your visit, simply contact our team - we're always happy to help.
How does Digital Smile Design work?
Our Bulleen dentists recommend professional dental check-ups and scale and clean services every six months for most patients. This preventative schedule helps us maintain your oral health and catch any issues early. We may recommend more frequent visits if you have gum disease or other risk factors.
What treatments can Digital Smile Design be used for?
It is commonly used to help plan cosmetic treatments involving the front teeth, such as porcelain and composite veneers and crowns and bridges. In some cases it may be used alongside other treatments as part of a broader plan. Which treatments are appropriate for you depends on a clinical assessment with one of our East Melbourne cosmetic dentists.
Does Digital Smile Design mean I have committed to treatment?
No. One of the benefits of the approach is that it helps you make an informed decision before proceeding. Seeing and discussing a proposed plan first gives you the chance to ask questions and consider your options. Any decision to go ahead with treatment is yours to make after that discussion.
Book your cosmetic consultation in Bulleen today
If you are considering cosmetic treatment and would like to plan it carefully before deciding, Digital Smile Design is a good place to start. Book a consultation at Smile Style Dental in Bulleen and one of our dentists will talk you through the process and what it could involve for you.