In The Smile Owner’s Manual, I mention that functional things are beautiful, and beautiful things are functional. This principle is the heartbeat of our aesthetic philosophy at The Reno Dentist. A smile makeover that stops at the teeth is often an incomplete design—comparable to renovating a kitchen with new cabinetry but leaving the outdated countertop above it.
Total Facial Esthetics is the natural evolution of modern dentistry in the Reno/Tahoe area. By utilizing Botox and dermal fillers alongside cosmetic dentistry, we can enhance the face and restore the structural support for the lips and cheeks that is often lost due to aging.
Form Follows Function
I often reference the architect Louis Henry Sullivan, who said, “Form follows function”. This applies perfectly to our work in the dental office. When a person loses teeth or experiences bone resorption, the lower third of the face can begin to look “sunken”. In these cases, a “contractor” might just suggest a bridge; a Clinical Architect suggests a plan that restores the lip volume and facial harmony that supports the new dental work.
Dr. Jordan collaborates with our patients to create a personalized plan that fits their unique lifestyle. We evaluate:
- Facial Symmetry: Ensuring the left and right sides of the face are in harmony, which research studies show is a key component of attractiveness.
- Lip Support: Providing the proper volume to frame your new smile—an essential step for patients receiving veneers or crowns.
- Facial Harmony: Bringing total facial esthetics in line with your smile for a result that is timeless and natural.
The Value of the “One-Stop-Shop”
For the busy professional in Reno/Sparks, managing your aesthetics and your dental health in one location is a clinical requirement for efficiency. We find that by performing these procedures under one roof, we can better coordinate the “Clinical Architecture” of the result.
Whether you’re seeking a “Mona Lisa smile” (a closed-lip greeting) or a “Spontaneous smile” (the target for our cosmetic work), we are here to ensure that your reflection reflects your true confidence, not just a procedure.
