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Dr. Ochoco believes that informed patients make decisions that support better oral health. These frequently asked questions reflect the concerns he hears most often: about treatment options, what to expect, and how he approaches clinical decisions. If you don't find what you're looking for here, call Schuster and Ochoco Dental at (310) 453-5300. A conversation is always the best place to start.
Full Smile Makeovers
Individual cosmetic treatments address specific concerns. A veneer corrects the shape or color of a single tooth, bonding repairs a chip, and whitening addresses overall discoloration. Each works well when the concern is contained, and the surrounding teeth don't need attention.
A smile makeover is different in scope and in process.
When a Smile Makeover Makes Sense
- Multiple teeth need correction, and treating them individually could produce inconsistent results.
- Existing restorations need to be replaced, and the surrounding teeth need to match.
- Your concerns involve both appearance and function, such as bite changes alongside cosmetic issues.
- You want a cohesive result rather than isolated improvements
How It's Different from Individual Treatments
- Treatment is planned as a whole before any individual procedure begins
- The sequence is deliberate, with each phase building toward a defined final result
- Mockups and patient approval happen before permanent work begins
- Dr. Ochoco coordinates every element of treatment himself, within a single practice, with continuity across every appointment
What a Smile Makeover Isn’t
A smile makeover at Schuster and Ochoco Dental is not a fixed package with a predetermined list of procedures. It's a carefully thought-out process that results in a customized treatment plan. Some patients need extensive work. Others need less than they expected. The consultation determines which.
To find out whether a smile makeover or individual treatments make more sense for your goals, call (310) 453-5300 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Ochoco.
Schuster and Ochoco Dental serves patients from Brentwood, Bel Air, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and the surrounding Westside communities.