Countdown to the Perfect Wedding Smile – Leading Dentist Provides Timeline to help ensure your teeth are looking perfect for your big day

Leading Dentist and Partner at Chelsea & Fulham Dentist, Dr Imran Sayed, has helped many brides and grooms achieve the perfect smile for their big days and has pulled together a helpful timeline to ensure you don’t leave it too late.

Couples will be photographed on their wedding day on average 2,000 – 4,000 times and this is just by their official photographer. On top of this, each guest will take an average of 20-30 photos which makes it the most photographed day many of us will have during our lifetimes. Wedding photos will often be displayed for many years to follow and even passed down to children and grandchildren so it is no surprise that couples want to look their very best on their big day.

Many couples will go on pre-wedding diets and strict exercise routines to ensure they are in great shape for their big day and can fit into probably the most expensive outfit they are ever going to wear but what about if you also want to improve your smile and beam with straight and perfectly white teeth? This can often be a longer process and below is a handy timeline to ensure your wedding smile compliments the special occasion.

Dr. Imran Sayed has flagged that along with the usual wedding timeline of 12 -18 months, it is important to consider some more long-term prep that may be required especially if the teeth need straightening or implants are required.

24 months before the wedding:

Research and Consultations
If you expect you will need some significant procedures to guarantee that perfect smile it is probably best to start researching dentists with expertise in cosmetic dental procedures and scheduling initial consultations with the dentists up to 24 months before the big day to discuss specific goals and timelines.

Comprehensive Dental Exam
Schedule a comprehensive dental exam with your chosen dentist to discuss any oral health and cosmetic concerns. This will allow them to assess the overall health of your teeth and gums and provide you with a personalised treatment plan.

18 months before the wedding:

Specialist consultations
If teeth straightening, veneers, implants (or other more complex procedures) are part of your recommended treatment plan, consultations with the specialist dentists involved may be required and it would make sense to allow at least 18 months for these procedures especially any teeth straightening processes.

12 months before the wedding:

Now you are into the final 12 months this is the time to have any dental veneer planning and placement and to start commencing teeth whitening treatment if required. Many people believe both teeth whitening and veneer procedures can be achieved in a matter of weeks but times vary from person to person and often take up to 12 months.

6 months before the wedding:

This is the time for any composite bonding planning and placement if this has been recommended for cosmetic enhancements.

1 month before the wedding day:

This is now the time for final prep to ensure the big day has lots of big smiles. A month before is the time to finalise teeth whitening, including any top-up and maintenance required
This would also be the time for any final adjustments to veneers, composite bonding, orthodontic and implant treatment should be finalised and to make sure you are happy with your smile

2 weeks before the wedding:
Time for the final check and to schedule professional teeth cleaning with the hygienist

1 week before the wedding:
Make sure your smile is wedding-ready and practice your perfect pose!

Wedding Day:

Smile with confidence and enjoy the day and your perfect smile in your wedding photos for years to come.

Dr Imran Sayed, added, “Remember, these timelines are a general guide, actual treatment times may vary depending on individual cases. It’s also never too late to contact your dentist and discuss how you can improve your smile ahead of your big day! Even teeth straightening can be achieved in as little as 4-6 months. It’s crucial to communicate openly with your dentist and follow their recommendations for the best results.”

Chelsea & Fulham Dentist is a leading dental practice in the heart of South West London and the expert team offers a comprehensive range of dental services including teeth whitening, teeth straightening and cosmetic dentistry. By offering the best customer service, utilising cutting-edge dental technology and the latest dental procedures, the family-run practice attracts patients from throughout the UK and even Internationally.

To find out more visit the Chelsea & Fulham Dentist Website – www.chelseaandfulhamdentist.co.uk