If multiple aesthetic issues make you want to hide your smile, we have the solution you need!

Full Smile Makeovers

Do you cover your mouth when you laugh or carefully position yourself for photos to hide your smile? Maybe you avoid certain social situations because you feel self-conscious about stained, chipped, or uneven teeth that don't reflect the confidence you feel inside.

Dr. Joshua Wansten understands that your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. When you’re not happy with it, it affects how you relate to others and present yourself to the world. At Gaslight Village Dentistry, we’re passionate about providing full smile makeovers that combine treatments to create a beautiful, harmonious smile you can’t wait to share.

What Makes a Complete Smile Makeover

Dr. Wansten takes an artistic, design-focused approach to treatment planning. He considers tooth shape and size, color, and positioning and how these aspects work together to create perfect harmony and balance.

Using advanced digital smile design technology, we can give you a preview of your new smile before treatment begins. By working closely together, we ensure that the results align perfectly with your vision and exceed your expectations.

Benefits of a Complete Smile Transformation

Investing in a full smile makeover creates positive changes that can extend beyond an improved appearance, touching multiple aspects of your daily life and relationships.

Enhanced Social Confidence

When you love your smile, you naturally share it more freely. You may find yourself laughing without covering your mouth, speaking up more confidently in conversations, and approaching social interactions with newfound self-assurance.

Professional Advantages

Many studies show that those with confident smiles are perceived as more successful, trustworthy, and approachable. An attractive, polished smile creates powerful first impressions in job interviews, presentations, and networking.

Long-Term Smile Satisfaction

A smile makeover is an investment you make in yourself that pays for itself with years of joy and confidence every time you see your reflection in the mirror. With proper care and routine checkups, your beautiful new smile will bring years of satisfaction.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a full smile makeover take?

A full smile makeover typically takes 2 to 6 months to complete, depending on the specific treatments involved and your individual goals. The process is generally faster than full mouth reconstruction because it focuses primarily on the visible teeth rather than addressing underlying structural issues.

Factors Affecting Treatment Timeline

The duration depends on which cosmetic procedures you choose. Porcelain veneers might require 3–4 weeks from start to finish, while combining multiple treatments like professional whitening, veneers, and gum contouring could extend the timeline to several months. CEREC same-day crowns can often be completed in a single visit.

Typical Smile Makeover Phases

Phase 1: Comprehensive evaluation and smile design (1–2 weeks)
Phase 2: Any necessary preparatory work, like gum treatment (2–4 weeks)
Phase 3: Primary cosmetic treatments like veneers or crowns (2–6 weeks)
Phase 4: Final refinements and adjustments (1–2 weeks)

Planning Your Smile Makeover Timeline

During your consultation, we'll create a detailed timeline based on your specific treatment plan. We can often coordinate treatments to minimize the number of appointments while ensuring excellent results. For special events, we'll work with you to complete your makeover in time for important dates.

Many patients see dramatic improvements even during treatment, as we provide beautiful temporary restorations when needed.

Ready to transform your smile? Call (616) 454-8228 to schedule your smile makeover consultation. We serve East Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, Ada, and the surrounding West Michigan communities.

How We Create Your Dream Smile

A full smile makeover is an excellent option for anyone with otherwise healthy teeth who wants to address aesthetic concerns, including:

Persistent tooth staining that doesn't respond to regular whitening
Teeth that seem too small, short, or worn down
Gaps or spacing that make you feel self-conscious
Proportions that just don't look quite right
Minor chips or irregularities that catch your attention
Overall smile harmony that needs improvement

Dr. Wansten creates beautiful smile transformations, carefully selecting treatments that address your specific smile goals:

Professional teeth whitening
Dental bonding
Tooth-colored fillings
SureSmile® clear aligners
Cosmetic gum reshaping
Custom porcelain crowns

During your evaluation, Dr. Wansten may find that you can benefit from both cosmetic enhancement and functional restoration. In that case, we seamlessly integrate necessary restorative work with your smile makeover plan to address health and aesthetics together.

Our Team

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Dr. Joshua Wansten

Education and Experience

Dr. Wansten earned his Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology from the University of Michigan in 2004, followed by his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from U of M's School of Dentistry in 2009. He completed his General Practice Residency at Loyola University Chicago in 2010, providing him with advanced training in complex dental procedures. Dr. Wansten joined Gaslight Village Family Dentistry in 2022.

Patient Care Philosophy

Dr. Wansten was drawn to dentistry because it combines his fascination with science with the opportunity to help people. He appreciates the blend of ...

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Modern, Kind, and Thorough Dental Care.

I don’t dread the dentist anymore! This office is great. The dentist is a really kind and intelligent person and takes the time to answer questions. He explains the why and how of any necessary treatments needed. I love my hygienist and Peggy Jane is a front desk rock star! Christy is really personable as well. I feel like the technology is much more modern than my last dentist. And…bring your bite guard. They’ll deep clean it for free!

- Jennifer

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Ready to Transform Your Smile?

If you're tired of hiding your smile, we would love to help you achieve the beautiful, confident smile you deserve. Call Gaslight Village Family Dentistry in East Grand Rapids at (616) 454-8228 to schedule your smile makeover consultation with Dr. Wansten.

We're proud to help patients throughout East Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, Ada, and the surrounding West Michigan communities discover the confidence and joy that comes with a genuinely beautiful smile.