Somehow, I was expecting a more violent way of achieving this or perhaps beer froth spewing all over the place, but that did not happen. Either way, my message is the same… don’t do this if you’ve just got porcelain veneers fitted!

It pays to be a well-informed consumer especially when it comes to dental care. You see, there are plenty of possible solutions out there for your teeth problems so it’s good to be at least knowledgeable when you dentist recommends something. For today, we’ll explore dental crowns.   Dental crowns, also known as teeth caps [...]

One of the most common dental solutions a cosmetic dentist is likely to recommend to solve your teeth problems is to use porcelain veneers. Following is a quick rundown of the most important things you need to know about this cosmetic dental solution.   Firstly, what are porcelain veneers?   To get porcelain veneers is [...]

  Most people know that porcelain veneers are the best way to get an attractive smile. In many cases, veneers are the best solution for stained teeth. Veneers are also an ideal solution for patients with unsightly gaps or damaged teeth. Yet many thoughtful and sincere people ask themselves: If I invest in veneers, am [...]

Porcelain veneers gave one woman the courage to take charge of the rest of her life Susan had always been known as a pillar of strength. When her close friends needed comfort and advice, she  was the first person they sought. Susan’s faith and friendship helped one of her closest friends survive a deadly disease. [...]

This newsletter discusses how a simple appliance can help people who have sleep apnea,  how crowns can restore your smile, and how the bark of the magnolia can fight bad breath and tooth decay. This information is provided by Dr. Calvo of Smile Studio LA, which provides both cosmetic and restorative dentistry services. Smile Studio [...]

There are basically three steps in getting dental veneers: diagnosis and treatment planning, preparation, bonding. This in turn requires three dental visits, the first for done only for consultation. More than one tooth can simultaneously undergo the veneering process. Diagnosis and treatment planning. Also called as initial consultation; this is when the patient and the [...]

Porcelain veneers are great for cosmetic and dental needs. It can enhance a smile, fix a slightly crooked or stained tooth, it is stain resistant, and is a more conservative treatment than most offered in the market. But all treatments, dental or otherwise, are not perfect. There are certain disadvantages that may weigh down the [...]

Dental veneers, dubbed as Instant Orthodontics, are beautiful quick solutions for slight misalignments and chipped teeth. However, they can be pricey. This article is devoted to explaining the breakdown of costs generally used by dental professionals. There are many factors involved in computing costs for dental veneer procedures, including the following: Professional fee. This pertains [...]

Since the birth of veneers, technology has widened the range of options—from porcelain to ceramic, minimal to “no-prep” veneers. Today, there are several non-traditional alternatives, like Lumineers and other brands, which patients can choose from. Lumineers are “no-prep” materials that can be adhesively bonded to the facial surface of the teeth. There is generally no [...]