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[![](https://tmk05ng05zc1jw8.onstatic.studio/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/healthy-natural-smile-encino-dentistry-620x380.jpg)](https://tmk05ng05zc1jw8.onstatic.studio/blog/how-to-choose-a-smile-makeover-specialist-treatments-costs-and-results/)

## [How to choose a smile makeover specialist: Treatments, costs, and results](https://tmk05ng05zc1jw8.onstatic.studio/blog/how-to-choose-a-smile-makeover-specialist-treatments-costs-and-results/)

August 13, 2026 by [Dr. Sherry Zadeh](https://tmk05ng05zc1jw8.onstatic.studio/author/admin/)

Key Takeaways A smile makeover is not a preset package. It is a carefully sequenced plan shaped by your oral health, facial features, goals, budget, and tolerance for permanent treatment. What a smile makeover specialist does When patients ask me what a smile makeover specialist actually does, they are often asking a deeper question: will […]

[![A comprehensive guide to your smile makeover consultation](https://tmk05ng05zc1jw8.onstatic.studio/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/journalist2Fe7e77c03-5021-46de-8645-94b757669a622Fthumbnail-620x380.jpeg)](https://tmk05ng05zc1jw8.onstatic.studio/blog/a-comprehensive-guide-to-your-smile-makeover-consultation/)

## [A comprehensive guide to your smile makeover consultation](https://tmk05ng05zc1jw8.onstatic.studio/blog/a-comprehensive-guide-to-your-smile-makeover-consultation/)

July 28, 2026 by [Dr. Sherry Zadeh](https://tmk05ng05zc1jw8.onstatic.studio/author/admin/)

Key Takeaways A smile makeover consultation is a vital, two-way dialogue designed to align your unique aesthetic desires with sustainable clinical outcomes. By preparing your records, setting clear expectations, and thoroughly evaluating your clinician’s philosophy, you ensure a smoother experience and more predictable, lasting results. Preparing for your first visit When you decide to pursue […]

[![A serene and professional dental office environment in Encino, featuring modern equipment and a welcoming atmosphere focused on patient comfort and comprehensive care.](https://tmk05ng05zc1jw8.onstatic.studio/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/journalist2Ff94ea0a5-44b2-490e-8efb-f8111d631dd02Fthumbnail-620x380.jpeg)](https://tmk05ng05zc1jw8.onstatic.studio/blog/why-a-routine-cleaning-is-actually-a-life-saving-appointment/)

## [Why a Routine Cleaning Is Actually a Life-Saving Appointment](https://tmk05ng05zc1jw8.onstatic.studio/blog/why-a-routine-cleaning-is-actually-a-life-saving-appointment/)

July 27, 2026 by [Dr. Sherry Zadeh](https://tmk05ng05zc1jw8.onstatic.studio/author/admin/)

Many patients view their teeth cleaning as a simple maintenance task, something akin to an oil change for the car. While it is true that your six-month visit keeps your smile bright, the reality is that your dental hygienist and I are looking far beyond just surface stains. In my years running a clinic here […]

[![Dental Hygiene - How to Brush](https://tmk05ng05zc1jw8.onstatic.studio/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/gingivitis_treatment_encino_dentist-620x380.jpg)](https://tmk05ng05zc1jw8.onstatic.studio/blog/how-to-brush-your-teeth/)

## [How to Brush](https://tmk05ng05zc1jw8.onstatic.studio/blog/how-to-brush-your-teeth/)

March 1, 2020 by [Dr. Sherry Zadeh](https://tmk05ng05zc1jw8.onstatic.studio/author/admin/)

How to Brush If you’re like most people, you probably learned how to brush as a child… and the chances are, you haven’t thought about it much since then. That’s understandable — but there may come a point in our life when we find our oral hygiene techniques could use improvement. Here are a few […]