How much does a smile makeover cost?

The cost of a smile makeover varies widely depending on the number and type of procedures involved. A simple makeover combining whitening and bonding is a very different investment than a comprehensive plan involving veneers, implants, and gum recontouring. At Seven Bridges Dental Studio, Dr. Querishi provides a fully transparent, itemized cost breakdown as part of your treatment plan — so you know exactly what is included and exactly what it costs before committing to anything. Cherry financing is available to help make your makeover accessible with flexible monthly payment options.

How long does a smile makeover take?

The timeline depends entirely on which procedures are included. A simple makeover — whitening and a few veneers, for example — might be completed in two to four weeks. A comprehensive makeover involving implants, full-arch veneers, and restorative work may take six to twelve months or longer. Dr. Querishi will give you a realistic, detailed timeline at your consultation — and design your plan to be as efficient as possible without compromising the quality of the result.

Is a smile makeover painful?

Each individual procedure within a smile makeover is performed with appropriate local anesthesia and comfort measures — and sedation options are available for patients who experience dental anxiety. Most patients find that the experience is far more comfortable than they anticipated. The Comfort Menu at Seven Bridges Dental Studio is available throughout every appointment — making even longer procedures genuinely relaxing.

What is the difference between a smile makeover and full mouth reconstruction?

A smile makeover is primarily cosmetically motivated — improving the appearance of a smile that may already be functionally healthy. Full mouth reconstruction is primarily clinically motivated — addressing teeth and oral structures that are functionally compromised, diseased, or missing, with aesthetics incorporated as part of the overall outcome. In practice, the two overlap significantly — many smile makeovers include restorative components, and all reconstructions include an aesthetic dimension. Dr. Querishi will help you understand which category your goals fall into and how to plan accordingly.

Can I get a smile makeover if I have missing teeth or gum disease?

Yes — but these issues must be addressed as part of the plan, not ignored. Active gum disease must be treated and stabilized before cosmetic work begins. Missing teeth are typically replaced as part of the makeover plan — with implants, bridges, or other restorations — since gaps affect both the aesthetics and the structural integrity of the smile. Dr. Querishi will sequence your treatment so that health is restored first and cosmetic work follows on a solid foundation.

Will my smile makeover look natural?

Absolutely — and this is one of Dr. Querishi's primary goals with every makeover. A smile makeover should look like your best smile, not like dental work. Dr. Querishi works closely with skilled dental laboratory ceramists, uses digital design tools, and incorporates the Trial Smile preview program to ensure every restoration is custom-designed to look completely natural — complementing your facial features, skin tone, and personality rather than following a generic template.

Does dental insurance cover smile makeovers?

Purely cosmetic procedures — veneers, whitening, gum recontouring for aesthetic purposes — are generally not covered by dental insurance. However, many smile makeovers include procedures that do have a restorative or clinically necessary component — such as crowns, implants, root canals, or periodontal treatment — which may be partially covered by your plan. Our team will verify your benefits thoroughly before your consultation and clearly identify which portions of your plan may qualify for coverage, and which will be patient responsibility.

Smile Makeovers in Woodridge, IL

At Seven Bridges Dental Studio, Dr. Querishi combines artistry, advanced cosmetic techniques, and a deep understanding of dental health to create smile makeovers that look natural, function beautifully, and change lives.

Happy woman with beautiful smile after complete smile makeover treatment

Your Dream Smile Starts Here

A smile makeover is one of the most personal investments you can make in yourself. It affects how you look, how you feel, how you present yourself professionally and socially and research consistently confirms that people who are confident in their smile report higher self-esteem, stronger relationships, and greater overall wellbeing.

But a truly exceptional smile makeover is about far more than aesthetics alone. At Seven Bridges Dental Studio, Dr. Fariha Querishi approaches every smile makeover with equal attention to the health and function of your smile as to its appearance. Because a smile that looks stunning but isn't built on a foundation of genuine oral health will not stand the test of time and you deserve both.

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What is a Smile Makeover?

A smile makeover is a comprehensive, personalized treatment plan that combines two or more cosmetic and sometimes restorative dental procedures to significantly improve the overall appearance of your smile. Unlike a single-treatment cosmetic procedure, a smile makeover takes a whole-smile view, evaluating every visible element of your smile and developing a coordinated plan that addresses each concern as part of a unified, harmonious result.

Every smile makeover at Seven Bridges Dental Studio begins with a thorough consultation in which Dr. Querishi listens carefully to your concerns, evaluates your current smile, reviews your oral health, and develops a clear picture of what your ideal smile looks like to you. From there, she designs a treatment plan that is entirely custom, selecting the combination of procedures that will achieve your specific goals most effectively, most conservatively, and most beautifully.

No two smile makeovers are the same because no two smiles, and no two patients, are the same.

Your Smile Makeover Journey at Seven Bridges Dental Studio

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In-Depth Consultation

Your makeover begins with a comprehensive consultation focused entirely on understanding your goals, concerns, and vision. Dr. Querishi listens carefully, evaluates your smile thoroughly, including X-rays and CBCT imaging where relevant — and begins developing a picture of the treatment plan that will achieve your specific result.

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Smile Design & Treatment Planning

Dr. Querishi develops a fully customized treatment plan — selecting the combination of procedures that will achieve your goals most effectively and presenting them in a clear, logical sequence. Every procedure is explained, every cost is outlined transparently, and every question is answered before you commit to moving forward.

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Trial Smile Preview (Where Applicable)

For makeovers involving veneers or significant cosmetic changes, the Trial Smile program gives you a chairside preview of your planned result — so you can see, feel, and refine your new smile before any permanent work begins.

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Health Foundation Phase

Any necessary restorative or periodontal treatment is completed first, establishing the healthy foundation on which your cosmetic work will be built. This may include gum therapy, composite fillings, root canal treatment, or other preparatory procedures.

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Cosmetic Transformation Phase

With a healthy foundation in place, the cosmetic procedures at the heart of your makeover are completed in the most logical, efficient sequence, veneers, crowns, whitening, bonding, gum recontouring, or whatever combination your plan calls for.

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Final Reveal & Ongoing Care

Your makeover is complete and the result is yours to enjoy. Dr. Querishi provides a personalized maintenance plan and home care guidance to protect your investment long-term. Regular checkups ensure your makeover remains in perfect condition for years and decades to come.

Why Patients Choose Seven Bridges Dental Studio for Their Smile Makeover

A smile makeover is a deeply personal journey and the dentist you choose to take it with matters enormously. At Seven Bridges Dental Studio, patients from across the Woodridge area choose Dr. Querishi for their smile makeover because of her unique combination of clinical expertise, cosmetic artistry, and genuinely patient-centered approach to care.

Artistry & Attention to Detail: Dr. Querishi approaches every smile makeover with an artist's eye, evaluating the color, proportion, symmetry, texture, and light-reflecting qualities of each tooth within the context of the whole face. The result is a smile that doesn't look "done", it looks natural, balanced, and authentically beautiful.
Health-First Philosophy: Every smile makeover at Seven Bridges Dental Studio begins with a thorough evaluation of oral health. If restorative treatment is needed, gum disease, decay, missing teeth, it is addressed first and incorporated into the plan. A beautiful smile built on a foundation of genuine health is a smile that lasts.
Advanced Technology: From CBCT 3D imaging for precise diagnosis and implant planning to digital smile design and the Trial Smile preview program, Dr. Querishi uses the most advanced tools available to plan your makeover with accuracy and give you the opportunity to see your expected results before committing.
Transparent, Honest Guidance: Dr. Querishi will never recommend a procedure you don't need, and she will always present the most conservative option that achieves your goals effectively. Every recommendation is explained clearly and every cost is outlined transparently before you commit to anything.
The Comfort Menu Experience: Your smile makeover appointments at Seven Bridges Dental Studio are experienced in one of the most comfortable, thoughtfully designed dental environments in the Chicago suburbs, with weighted blankets, noise-canceling headphones, massage chairs, entertainment, and every element of our Comfort Menu available throughout your treatment.

Trial Smile - See Your New Smile Before Treatment Begins

For patients considering veneers or significant cosmetic changes as part of their makeover, Seven Bridges Dental Studio offers our Trial Smile program, giving you the opportunity to preview exactly what your new smile will look like before a single irreversible step is taken.

A wax replica of your planned cosmetic work is custom-sculpted from models of your teeth and translated into a chairside preview, placed directly over your existing teeth with no preparation or anesthesia required. You see it, feel it, photograph it, and share it and you provide feedback that directly shapes the final design of your restorations.

The Trial Smile program transforms the smile makeover experience from an act of faith into a fully collaborative, informed decision and patients consistently describe it as one of the most exciting moments of their entire treatment journey.

Your Most Confident Smile Starts Here

Whether you have a specific concern you've wanted to address for years or a complete smile transformation in mind, a consultation with Dr. Querishi is the perfect first step. You'll leave with a clear picture of what's possible, what it would involve, and exactly what it would take to get there. No pressure. No obligation. Just honest, expert guidance and genuine excitement about what your smile can become.

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