Instead of lamenting the fact that your resolutions have already gone by the wayside come the second week of January, walk into the new year with a new smile – starting right now. Sporting a healthy, white, beautiful grin can motivate you to make lifestyle changes from head to toe, whether it’s the start of […]
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You know you want straight teeth, but you also want the most effective, affordable, and long-lasting option for your smile. Porcelain veneers are often considered the “quick fix,” but they might be just right for the oral health issues you are experiencing. Invisalign is the invisible solution, and it too might be a viable option
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Traditional veneers are generally thicker, and thus require more aggressive and irreversible removal of healthy tooth structure. The extensive preparation technique frequently requires shots and anesthesia to minimize sensitivity and pain, and typically involves placement of acrylic temporaries for over two weeks between visits. The minimally invasive Lumineers technique typically eliminates the need for shots
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Nowadays there are more than one type of braces that can straighten your teeth. There are traditional metal brackets, clear metal brackets, invisible tray aligners like Invisalign, and even tiny bars that can be secured behind your teeth so nobody can see them. All of these options work; there are different solutions for different cases.
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As a cosmetic dentist in Philadelphia, I am often asked by patients about the different types of veneers and why I frequently choose to use Lumineers (a type of thin veneer). Patients also inform me that they have heard horror stories about veneers looking too big, too thick, too opaque, or breaking or falling off
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You have probably heard about or seen porcelain veneers before, but do you know all of the benefits they offer and problems they can fix? Here’s the low-down on the quickest way to achieve your dream smile. Veneers are thin layers of material attached to the front of the teeth to: Close gaps Lengthen short
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Reaching a point when your body’s aging seems out of your control is tough to accept. While a few extra pounds or wrinkles might be tough to overcome, there’s one thing that’s always in your control: your smile.
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Do you find yourself staring at the beautiful, bright smiles of celebrities with longing? Do you notice the teeth of every person you come into contact with, wondering how they got them to look so good? If you’re wishing for your own natural-looking white grin, it’s time to explore tooth whitening.
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It’s not the chips and dip, the beer and the guacamole, or the hot dogs and French fries that can wreck your smile during football season. Carelessness and poor choices are the true evildoers. Here’s how to enjoy a little pigskin without sacrificing your teeth in the process.
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Erstwhile character actor Steve Buscemi has become a leading man in HBO’s Boardwalk Empire. While his less-than-perfect smile may keep him employed as a 1920s politician and cheat on cable TV, sporting a set of stained, crooked teeth might actually be preventing you from getting ahead in your field.
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