Smile Makeovers in Edwardsville, Illinois

Natural-looking Smile Makeovers Tailored to Your Goals and Vision

Your smile can look balanced after addressing chips, gaps, stains, or uneven teeth

You can feel confident in a natural-looking smile shaped by Dr. Benjamin Hite's artistry

Small changes or a complete makeover can match your goals and vision

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Does Any of This Sound Familiar?

Most people who consider a smile makeover have been thinking about it for years. There’s usually a moment that starts it, a photo, a comment, a reflection caught at the wrong angle. If something about your smile has stayed on your mind, you’re in good company.

Closed-mouth smile in every photo

Wishing your teeth looked brighter

Chips and worn edges you notice daily

Gaps or crowding that bother you

Covering your mouth when you laugh

Feeling older than your smile suggests

If you recognized yourself in that list, a makeover may be closer to reach than you've assumed.

Another Year of Waiting

Years of hidden smiles

Every photo, every introduction, another moment you hold something back.

Concerns quietly stack up

Small chips and shifting teeth add up into a longer treatment plan.

Confidence stays on pause

You adjust how you speak and smile without really noticing anymore.

Wear keeps progressing

Edges continue thinning, and worn teeth shape the results you can achieve.

Plans keep getting postponed

Weddings, reunions, and headshots arrive before your smile is ready.

Habits become permanent

Covering your mouth turns into something automatic rather than a choice.

Starting sooner means seeing your results sooner, with fewer concerns to address.

What Is a Smile Makeover?

A smile makeover is a coordinated plan that combines several cosmetic treatments to address everything you’d like to change at once. Depending on your goals, that might include veneers, bonding, whitening, crowns, or alignment work. Instead of treating concerns one at a time and hoping the results match, everything is planned together so shape, color, and proportion work as a single design.

Planning at Hite Family Dentistry starts with digital imaging and intraoral scanning, which lets us map your teeth precisely and preview design options before anything begins. Patients considering a smile makeover in Edwardsville appreciate seeing the plan visually first, and our in-house lab and 3D printing capability give us close control over how the final result looks.

Plans combine two or more cosmetic treatments

Digital previews created before treatment starts

Timelines range from weeks to several months

Transformations That Last

Watch real patients share how their dental care restored not just their smiles, but their quality of life. These personal stories capture the relief and joy that come with comprehensive, caring treatment.

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Benefits of a Smile Makeover

Picture the version of yourself who doesn’t think about their teeth. Most patients tell us the changes that matter most are the ones they never expected going in.

Smile fully in every photo

Look years younger instantly

Feel at ease meeting people

Teeth that match your face

One plan, one clear timeline

Results that hold up beautifully

See What's Possible for Your Smile

These aren’t just teeth; they’re life-changing transformations that restore confidence and comfort. Each before-and-after photo represents a patient who trusted us with their smile journey.

Before

After

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Is a Smile Makeover Right for You?

Almost everyone considering cosmetic work asks the same question first. The honest answer is that candidacy is broader than most people expect, and a makeover can be as conservative or comprehensive as your goals call for. Healthy teeth and gums matter more than any single concern.

Have several cosmetic concerns you'd like addressed together

Are unhappy with the color, shape, or spacing of your teeth

Want a noticeable change before a wedding, reunion, or career move

Have been told your concerns would require multiple separate treatments

Want results that look natural rather than obviously cosmetic

Not Sure Where You Stand?

Wondering whether a smile makeover fits your situation is completely normal. A consultation gives you a clear picture of your options, a personalized recommendation, and a realistic sense of what your results could look like.

What to Expect During Your Smile Makeover

Cosmetic treatment sounds involved, though our patients tell us the process felt far more relaxed than they imagined. Every stage is paced so you understand what’s happening and stay comfortable throughout.

Your Design Consultation

We start by listening. You'll talk through what you like and dislike about your smile, and we'll examine your teeth, gums, and bite. Intraoral scanning and digital photos capture everything precisely, with no messy impression material involved. By the end, you'll have a clear understanding of which treatments would get you where you want to go.

Planning and Preview

Using your scans, we map out the design digitally and show you what your results could look like before treatment begins. You'll see proposed shape, length, and color, and you can tell us what to adjust. This is where your input shapes everything, and nothing moves forward until the plan reflects what you actually want.

Preparing Your Teeth

Depending on your plan, this visit may involve gentle preparation of the teeth receiving veneers or crowns. You'll be thoroughly numbed, and nitrous oxide or oral sedation is available if you'd feel more relaxed with it. Temporaries let you test-drive the new shape and give feedback before the final restorations are made.

Your Reveal

Your final restorations are placed and refined until the fit, color, and bite feel right. We check everything with you looking in the mirror, making small adjustments until you're genuinely happy. You'll leave with the smile you previewed weeks earlier, now permanently yours.

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Payment Flexibility That Eases Treatment Planning

We offer payment options available to help reduce the stress of larger treatment plans and unexpected care. You can explore monthly payments, use major credit cards, or ask about in-house membership and discount plan options if you do not have insurance.

CareCredit, a trusted healthcare financing option, offers convenient payment plans to fit your budget. Invest in your oral health with confidence.

Bite-sized payments, big smiles! Cherry Payment Plans offer easy-to-use financing options to make your dental care more accessible. 

Streamline your dental care investment with Proceed Finance. Their flexible plans make achieving your smile goals easy and affordable.

Designed for everyday dental costs, with a quick check you can complete right at our front desk

Another route for spreading a larger treatment plan across fixed monthly payments over a longer term.

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Smile Makeover FAQs

Cosmetic treatment brings up a lot of questions, and that’s exactly how it should be. Below are the ones we hear most often from patients deciding whether a makeover makes sense for them.

How long does a smile makeover take?

Timelines depend entirely on which treatments your plan includes. Whitening and bonding can wrap up in a visit or two. Veneers and crowns typically span several weeks across a few appointments. If orthodontics is part of the plan, expect several months.

Will my new smile look fake?

Natural results come down to design, and that’s where the planning stage earns its keep. We shape restorations to suit your face, your lips, and your existing features rather than applying one uniform look. Most patients tell us friends notice something changed without identifying what.

Does a smile makeover hurt?

Comfort is built into every stage. Local anesthetic handles any preparation work, and you shouldn’t feel discomfort during treatment. Nitrous oxide and oral sedation are available for patients who feel anxious, and we have a dedicated sedation nurse on our team.

What treatments are usually included?

Veneers, bonding, whitening, crowns, and gum contouring appear most often. Some plans include orthodontics or implants when function needs addressing alongside appearance. Your specific combination depends on what you want changed and what your teeth need structurally.

Can I see the results before committing?

Yes, and we consider it essential. Digital imaging lets us show you proposed changes before any treatment starts. When veneers or crowns are involved, temporaries let you live with the new shape for a few weeks and request adjustments before finals are made.

How long do the results last?

With good home care and regular checkups, porcelain veneers and crowns commonly last well over a decade. Bonding typically needs refreshing sooner. Whitening results fade gradually and respond well to periodic touch-ups, which we can walk you through.

Am I too old for a smile makeover?

Age isn’t a limiting factor. What matters is the health of your teeth and gums, and we see patients across every decade of adulthood. Many of our makeover patients are in their fifties and sixties, addressing years of wear.

Will I need to change how I care for my teeth?

Daily care stays largely the same. Brushing, flossing, and regular cleanings protect cosmetic work the way they protect natural teeth. We’ll flag anything specific, like avoiding nail biting or wearing a nightguard if you grind.

Is a makeover only about appearance?

Not necessarily. Worn, chipped, or misaligned teeth often affect how you chew and how your bite functions. Many plans improve both at once, which is part of why we assess function during the consultation rather than looking only at aesthetics.

What does a consultation involve?

You’ll talk through your goals, we’ll examine your teeth and gums, and we’ll capture digital scans and photos. From there we outline realistic options and what each would involve. Payment options are available and we’re happy to discuss them.

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Meet Our Doctors

Experienced Dentists Who Genuinely Love What They Do

At Hite Family Dentistry, we pair serious clinical skill with a warm, easygoing atmosphere. Our doctors focus on comfortable, patient-first care, with special attention to anyone who feels anxious about visiting the dentist.

Dr. Ben Hite

DMD

Dr. Hite brings a hands-on, detail-focused approach shaped by his early years in dental lab work. With advanced training in implants, endodontics, and soft-tissue laser dentistry, he loves using technology like same-day crowns and 3D printing to help you eat comfortably and smile with confidence. He’s a perfectionist with a good sense of humor.

Dr. Nicole Kniffin

DMD

Practicing since 2005, Dr. Kniffin has a special heart for patients who’ve avoided the dentist for years. She takes real pride in helping anxious patients complete treatment comfortably, often using sedation to ease the process. Inspired by her mother’s long medical career, she’s driven daily by the difference she can make in your life. 

Dr. Marisa Blickhan

DMD

A 2024 graduate of SIU School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Blickhan brings a well-rounded background in biological sciences to her care. Her greatest passion is helping patients move past dental anxiety, turning nervous first visits into genuine confidence. A natural problem-solver, she pays close attention to the details that make your experience better.

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Our team takes the time to listen, plan carefully, and treat you like family from day one.

Smile Advantage Plan

Preventive Care Without the Premiums

Dental insurance is not the only way to stay on top of your teeth. Our Smile Advantage Plan covers your preventive care for one annual fee and takes 20% off everything else at our Edwardsville, IL, office. Pick the plan that matches your mouth rather than the one an insurance company assigned you.

Child Plan

For patients age 13 and younger

339

/year

2 routine cleanings each year
2 routine cleanings each year
Digital x-rays and bitewings as needed
1 emergency visit, with exam and x-rays included
Up to 2 fluoride treatments when indicated
20% off any additional treatment

Adult Plan

For healthy smiles needing regular care

389

/year

2 routine cleanings each year
2 full dental exams
Digital x-rays and bitewings as needed
1 emergency visit, with exam and x-rays included
Oral cancer screening
20% off any additional treatment

Gum Health Plan

For patients managing gum disease

689

/year

4 periodontal maintenance visits per year
2 full dental exams
Digital x-rays and bitewings as needed
1 emergency visit, with exam and x-rays included
Oral cancer screening
20% off any additional treatment
$200 off a sleep apnea appliance

Cleanings, x-rays, and fluoride treatments are provided as determined by your dentist. If periodontal infection is present, the Gum Health Plan may be required at an additional charge. The Smile Advantage Plan is a savings plan, not dental insurance. It cannot be combined with any other insurance and is valid only at our Edwardsville office; care from other providers and specialists is not included. Plan fees are subject to change. For complete details, see the Plan Agreement.

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One annual fee, no waiting period, and no claim forms. Your first cleaning can happen at your first visit.

Our Patients Say It Best

Real Smiles From People We Treat Like Family

You’ll find that our patients describe more than great dental work; they talk about feeling heard, welcomed, and cared for like family. Their words reflect the comfortable, judgment-free experience we work to create at every single visit.

staff is always professional and make me feel like part of the family. always a pleasure coming in for work.

Brian Kauhl

3 days ago

Very professional and a one stop shop for all of your needs! Cutting edge procedures and high tech and current equipment

Bill Davison

4 days ago

Very professional and clean! Everyone I encountered was personable!

Linda Curless

4 days ago

My hygienist, Michelle, was very friendly. Good conversation. No cavities or fillings need replacing!

Kevin Wiese

5 days ago

They did a wonderful job forming my gums and my mouth is healthier and I’m much happier. I will let buy anyone who has any denture needs or dental needs. Please come see them. They will take care of you.

James Webb

5 days ago

Michelle is the best hygienist on the planet!I can’t say enough good things about Michelle at Hite Family Dental. My cleaning was extremely thorough and honestly the most comfortable one I’ve ever had. My teeth have never felt so good!What really set Michelle apart was her knowledge. She took the time to explain everything she was looking for and why it mattered, so I left feeling informed instead of just rushed through. She made me feel completely at ease and clearly takes pride in her work.If you’re looking for a hygienist who is skilled, kind, and genuinely cares about your oral health, ask for Michelle. I wouldn’t trust my teeth to anyone else. Highly recommend!

Steve Anderson

6 days ago

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Your Neighborhood Dental Home in Edwardsville

We’re conveniently located on Lewis Road in the heart of Edwardsville, just off Route 157 and easy to reach from home, work, or school. Whether you’re near SIUE, downtown, or the surrounding neighborhoods, you’ll find friendly, personalized care close by.

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Natural-looking Smile Makeovers Tailored to Your Goals and Vision

Does Any of This Sound Familiar?

Another Year of Waiting

Years of hidden smiles

Concerns quietly stack up

Confidence stays on pause

Wear keeps progressing

Plans keep getting postponed

Habits become permanent

What Is a Smile Makeover?

Transformations That Last

Benefits of a Smile Makeover

See What's Possible for Your Smile

Is a Smile Makeover Right for You?

What to Expect During Your Smile Makeover

Your Design Consultation

Planning and Preview

Preparing Your Teeth

Your Reveal

Payment Flexibility That Eases Treatment Planning

Smile Makeover FAQs

How long does a smile makeover take?

Will my new smile look fake?

Does a smile makeover hurt?

What treatments are usually included?

Can I see the results before committing?

How long do the results last?

Am I too old for a smile makeover?

Will I need to change how I care for my teeth?

Is a makeover only about appearance?

What does a consultation involve?

Meet Our Doctors

Dr. Ben Hite

Dr. Nicole Kniffin

Dr. Marisa Blickhan

Preventive Care Without the Premiums

Child Plan

Adult Plan

Gum Health Plan

Real Smiles From People We Treat Like Family

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