Decades of good meals, good wine, and everyday wear can leave a smile looking shorter, darker, and older than you feel. A smile makeover brings several treatments together into one plan, so the result looks balanced rather than patched together.
Encore Dentist creates smile makeovers at our Napa office on a strong restorative foundation, which matters when worn teeth, old crowns, or missing teeth are part of the picture. Each makeover is built from the same tools we use in cosmetic dentistry in Napa, combined in the order that protects your long-term oral health.
Treatments a Smile Makeover May Include
No two makeovers are the same. Your plan may combine any of these treatments, depending on your goals and the health of your teeth. Some plans use only two or three, while others draw on all five.
- Whitening: teeth whitening in Napa brightens natural enamel and sets the shade for other work.
- Veneers: Napa porcelain veneers reshape and lengthen worn or uneven front teeth.
- Bonding: dental bonding in Napa fixes small chips and gaps conservatively.
- Crowns and bridges: porcelain crowns restore broken teeth, and bridges fill gaps left by lost teeth.
- Dental implants: implant-supported teeth replace missing ones and help keep neighboring teeth from shifting.
Your dentist sequences these steps so each one supports the next.
Dr. Kevin Cabugao
Because of my commitment to excellence some have labeled me as somewhat of a perfectionist… Although true to a certain extent, I disagree. Without the fear of being wrong, I sincerely care about everything I do and try my best to do it well.”
Born in Hawaii and raised in Vallejo, Kevin Cabugao received his BS in Genetics at the University of California at Davis and worked in biotechnology before refocusing his energies towards graduate school. While Kevin found his work in the pharmaceutical industry rewarding, he felt unsatisfied with his career and sought an education that would best complement his enthusiasm for helping others with his understanding of the sciences. With this intention, he received his MBA from California State University East Bay and DDS from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. Currently, he is an active member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association as a part of the Board of Component Relations and has served as the former President of the Napa/Solano Dental Society.
When away from the office, Kevin enjoys listening to music, snowboarding and honing his martial arts as a 4th degree Kajukenbo black belt with over 30 years of experience!
Dr. Paul Belusko
Born and raised in Oregon, Dr. Paul Belusko earned his degree in Biochemistry from Portland State where it was while working in Biotechnology that he realized his calling to serve others was best expressed as a compassionate care provider within dentistry. Soon after, Dr. Belusko attended dental school at Columbia University and graduated with high honors.
During this time, he had the privilege of volunteering as a student dentist serving throughout the rural parts of Jamaica and joined a hospital residency at Mount Sinai School of Medicine that partnered with the nearby Veterans Administration (VA) Hospital in the Bronx. As a resident he worked on complex dental cases and added advanced dental implant techniques to his clinical practice. With a surgical skill set greater than most general dentists, Dr. Paul has also earned his fellowship with the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
After residency, Dr. Belusko returned to the West Coast to serve our veterans at the Washington State VA for several years. Soon after, he travelled south with his wife back to her home state of California, settling down in Napa to be closer to her family and to enjoy the natural beauty of our region as an avid skier, hiker and cyclist. With his wife, keeping his family and community first, Dr. Paul has two children and enjoys mentoring to the local youth as a Napa County 4-H leader in archery and at 4-H camp.
Why Worn Teeth Matter in Your Makeover Plan
Tooth wear becomes more common with age. A 2024 review in the journal Geriatrics reported that in one Greek study, severe tooth wear rose from 53 percent of adults aged 60 to 70 to 79 percent of those over 70. The review found high rates of wear in older adults across several countries.
Worn teeth can shorten your smile and change your bite. Our makeover plans account for that wear, rebuilding tooth length and support so new veneers or crowns are not placed on a bite that keeps grinding them down. Some patients also benefit from a night guard once treatment is complete.
How We Design Your Smile Makeover
Your makeover starts with a detailed consultation. We take digital images, evaluate your bite and gums, and talk about what you like and dislike about your current smile. Older photos can also help us see how your teeth have changed over time.
From there, we map out a step-by-step plan with timing and a written estimate for each phase. You see the full picture before treatment begins, and you can move forward in stages if that fits your schedule or budget better. Seeing the whole sequence up front makes it easier to decide where to begin.
How Long a Smile Makeover Takes
Simple makeovers that combine whitening and bonding may be finished in a few visits. Plans that include veneers, crowns, or implants take longer, sometimes several months, because each step needs time to heal or settle. Your dentist explains the reason behind each waiting period.
We keep your plan organized so you know what comes next. For patients who want to restore missing teeth, Dr. Paul Belusko, who completed a hospital residency at Mount Sinai School of Medicine and added advanced implant techniques to his practice, helps guide plans that include implants.
Paying for a Smile Makeover
Because makeovers often mix cosmetic and restorative care, insurance may reimburse part of the plan, such as crowns or implants. Purely cosmetic steps are usually not covered. Your estimate lists each phase on its own line, so reimbursable steps are easy to spot.
As an out-of-network dental office with one in-network carrier, Cigna, we help you file PPO claims for eligible treatment. Dental financing and phased treatment can also make a larger makeover more manageable. We review your options together before anything is scheduled.
Visit Our Napa Office
Our Napa office is located at 3220 Beard Road, Suite B, Napa, CA 94558. We welcome new patients and would be glad to see you.
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00 am to 2:00 pm |
| Tuesday to Thursday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday and Sunday | Closed |
Phone: +1 (707) 252-1950
Smile Makeover Questions
Am I too old for a smile makeover?
There is no upper age limit. What matters most is healthy gums, a stable bite, and realistic goals, which we review at your consultation.
Can a smile makeover be done in stages?
Yes. Many patients start with whitening or bonding and add veneers or crowns later, following one master plan. Staging can also make costs easier to manage.
Will my smile makeover look natural?
That is our goal. We plan tooth length, shape, and shade around your face, lips, and age so the result looks like a refreshed version of you.
Can a smile makeover replace missing teeth?
It can. Implants, bridges, or dentures may be part of your plan when missing teeth affect how your smile looks or works. Dr. Belusko’s implant training is especially helpful in these cases.
How much does a smile makeover cost?
Cost depends on the treatments involved. You receive a written estimate for each phase before treatment begins.
Plan Your Smile Makeover With Encore Dentist in Napa
A well-planned makeover can restore the brightness, length, and balance your smile has lost over the years. Our Napa dentists, Dr. Kevin Cabugao and Dr. Paul Belusko, combine cosmetic care with restorative and implant training, so every phase is designed to last.
We offer clear estimates, phased plans, PPO claim help, and financing, and our team is happy to talk through your plan in Spanish. Reach out to our Napa office to schedule your smile makeover consultation.
