Archives by Tag 'cosmetic dentist'
cosmetic dentistry
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
After obtaining your dream smile, much of the credit can easily be given—and rightfully so—to the cosmetic dentist who places your veneers. What most people don't know is that behind the scenes is an equally talented artisan who created your veneers. And good dental porcelains in the hands of a skilled dental laboratory technician can ...
cosmetic dentistry
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Once your beautifully designed new smile is complete, it is important that you maintain it properly so that you achieve the maximum lifespan of 20+ years from your porcelain veneers. Luckily, this task is relatively simple and easy to incorporate into your daily oral hygiene routine.
Since your veneers are made from porcelain and so closely ...
cosmetic dentistry
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
If you are considering porcelain veneers, then you should know some of the basic facts about them to determine whether or not they are right for you. This is particularly important because porcelain veneers require approximately 0.5 mm of tooth reduction; therefore, it is not considered a reversible treatment. Typically, local anesthetic is not required ...
cosmetic dentistry
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
When it comes to a person's smile, most people can name at least one thing they would love to change. The good news is that many issues can be addressed with porcelain veneers, which are among the most esthetic means of creating a more pleasing and beautiful smile. With porcelain veneers, cosmetic dentists and the ...
cosmetic dentistry
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Cosmetic and restorative dentists have many techniques that enable them to showcase their artistic talents. Two of these, porcelain crowns and veneers, are probably most common and are responsible for producing a Hollywood smile. While they have their similarities, they also have their differences. What is needed to enhance your smile will depend upon the ...
cosmetic dentistry, smile design
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Cosmetic dentistry today offers a wide variety of options for improving or restoring your smile. However, knowing or even understanding your options can be intimidating. For example, what is the difference between bonding (an acrylic material) and veneers (typically porcelain)? And what on Earth is gum contouring...and why could it be critical to smile enhancement? ...
cosmetic dentistry
Saturday, January 30, 2010
If you are like most people, your first response is, “Yes...especially if someone else is paying for it!” While this humorous response reveals the fact that cost may be a factor, in reality, there are many other things to consider first. Have you identified all of your concerns in detail along with your specific long-term ...
Dental Technology
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Imagine going to a dental office because you've lost a crown and having the dentist clean up your tooth, freshen the edges, and take a wand to scan your tooth so that via CAD (Computer Aided Design) CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing) technology he can make your new restoration. Here's how it works: as your dentist ...
