Smile Makeovers for Seniors: What Are the Options After 60?

This is a bespoke treatment plan designed to address your unique needs and concerns. So if you’re worried that your teeth are starting to look dull and discoloured, or you’re unhappy with the alignment of your teeth, we can do something to address this.

There’s a common misconception that only young people can have treatments like orthodontics, or that it simply isn’t worth doing this treatment for older patients. We believe you can invest in your smile at any age, provided your teeth are healthy.

In this guide, we’re exploring some of the most popular Smile Makeover treatments to consider in your 60s and beyond. If you’re ready to start exploring this treatment plan, get in touch to arrange a consultation.

What does a Smile Makeover include?

This all depends on you. A Smile Makeover will include the treatments that you need to feel confident in your smile again. Here are some examples of treatments you might like to include:

Invisalign

One of the most popular treatments in a Smile Makeover is Invisalign. This orthodontic treatment will allow you to achieve a perfectly straight smile at any stage in your life. Provided your teeth and gums are healthy, there is no reason you shouldn’t be able to enjoy this treatment, even in your 60s. You don’t have to worry about fixed brackets and wires with this treatment, as it uses a set of clear plastic aligners that are removable. This makes the treatment plan more discreet and easier to manage.

Teeth whitening

Another hugely popular portion of the Smile Makeover plan is the teeth whitening. As we get older, teeth can start to look dull and discoloured. This is a natural part of the ageing process, but thankfully, there are ways to turn back the clock. With professional teeth whitening, you can gently lift and remove stains that may have been building up for years. You’ll be left with a brighter and more confident smile.

Composite bonding

This cost-effective and accessible treatment can help to address the small imperfections in your smile that might be impacting your confidence. This could include small gaps, chips, cracks, thinning enamel or short teeth. With composite bonding, we apply a soft resin directly to the tooth surface and shape it in place. UV light causes this to set hard, and then we can shape and polish it. It’s a fast and efficient way to achieve small changes that can have a big impact on your smile. If you reach the end of other treatments and something feels amiss, we might recommend composite bonding as a final treatment.

Veneers

If you’re not a good candidate for orthodontics or teeth whitening, this doesn’t mean there are no routes forward. You can also choose to have a veneer makeover. Veneers are small porcelain shells we put on the front of the teeth. These can help to transform your smile, including the alignment, length, colour and shape of your teeth. It’s a fast transformation that can deliver the equivalent of orthodontics, whitening and bonding in just 2-3 visits. Veneers will last for around 10-15 years with good care.

Airflow polishing

This dental hygiene treatment can help to elevate the shade of your teeth and prepare your mouth for further treatment. It’s an advanced form of a scale and polish treatment that can drastically improve the shade of your teeth while also helping to prevent gum disease.

How do I choose the right treatments?

We’ll guide you through the process of choosing the right treatments for your needs. We’ll start by looking at your oral health to make sure that there are no underlying issues that need to be addressed first.

We can then recommend treatments based on your aesthetic concerns. So if you’re worried about the colour, alignment or overall look of your smile, we’ll recommend the treatments that are most likely to achieve the results you are looking for. You’re in charge every step of the way and you can decide which treatments are best aligned with your goals.