Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, specializes in creating high tech smiles, “With cosmetic dentistry, patients are able to have the smile of their dreams. And, through the use of digital imaging, we can see their new smile before we ever begin.” Enhancing a patient’s smile with dental restorations starts by evaluating how the teeth and gums look. The length and shape of the teeth are examined as well as their color and alignment. The proportion of the teeth and gums will also be reviewed. When improvements are made to the teeth using porcelain and other composite materials, the materials must be designed so they match the existing teeth in order to insure a natural-looking smile. The Shade Vision camera is used at Dr. Maddahi’s office to insure that dental restorations match the color of the natural teeth. Digital images of the teeth are analyzed by the Shade Vision System to determine their hue and any color variations. This information is used as the porcelain restorations are being designed so they will match the patient’s teeth exactly. A dental restoration procedure is often done when a patient has a missing tooth and needs a crown or possibly a dental implant. “The Shade Vision System allows me to be sure that my patients dental restorations perfectly match their natural teeth,” Dr. Maddahi explains. For more information on dental restorations or on the Shade Vision
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Previewing your smile with Beverly Hills Digital Cosmetic Imaging
Many patients whiten their teeth for a more natural looking smile, but what if you could preview that smile to make sure it is just the shade you like? With Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, one of Beverly Hills teeth whitening and cosmetic dentistry experts, you can preview your new smile before whitening your teeth. Using Digital Cosmetic Imaging, Dr. Maddahi will show you how your teeth will look before and after your bleaching procedure. For Dr. Maddahi, this is an important first step and is essential in helping the patient get the look they desire. While some patients may prefer that their teeth have a natural white look, other patients are looking for a brighter, whiter, movie star smile. As you are previewing your smile, Dr. Maddahi can help you select the best color for your skin tone. Depending on your skin tone, your new smile might look better when matched with a darker, white shade as opposed a lighter white shade. And, if you have existing dental work, it is important to be sure all the teeth match and look natural. In about an hour, the Zoom! Teeth Whitening procedure can transform your stained teeth into a new, bright, beautiful smile. Contact us today to schedule your whitening procedure.
A Reunion Ready Smile with Beverly Hills Teeth Whitening
My high school reunion is coming up in a few months and I have been thinking about quick makeover ideas to help me look my best. My first appointment will be with Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, Beverly Hills’ top cosmetic dentist for a tooth whitening treatment. Statistics reveal that Americans place a high value on their smile, according to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, which may explain why teeth whitening continues to be one of the top cosmetic dentistry procedures.
A Healthy Diet helps to avoid Dental Problems
While daily brushing is important in keeping your teeth and gums healthy, there are other factors that help us avoid dental problems like cavities and root canals, according to Dr. Maddahi, a Beverly Hills Cosmetic Dentist. What we eat and how long it is in the mouth is a key factor to healthy teeth. We all have been told that sugar can be harmful to our teeth, but it is important to realize that natural sugars like those found in fruit and dairy products are also harmful. Dried fruits, like raisins, can stick to the teeth and increase the destructive acids in the mouth. Foods that stay in the mouth for a long time, like mints, hard candies and cough drops, can also increase the acids in the mouth. While some foods can cause dental problems, new studies have shown that certain foods can help fight tooth decay. Foods like peanuts as well aged Cheddar, Swiss and Monterey Jack cheeses could actually help to neutralize acid in the mouth that causes cavitites. A good tip to remember is to chew sugarless gum, or rinse the teeth after meals if you are unable to brush your teeth.
The Best Toothbrushes and Toothpastes for your Beverly Hills Smile
Choosing the right toothbrush is important, according to Dr. Maddahi, a Beverly Hills Cosmetic Dentist. “Look for a toothbrush that has soft bristles with rounded ends. A soft brush will be strong enough to clean the teeth and gums, while not being irritating.” Dr.
A new Beverly Hills Smile starts with a Smile Evaluation
A national survey done by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, found that nearly all adults, some 99.7 percent, considered a smile was an important social asset. In addition 74 percent of adults thought that an unattractive smile could hurt a person’s chance for career success. According to Dr. Koroush Maddahi, one of the top Cosmetic Dentists in Beverly Hills, creating a beautiful smile for a patient many times not only helps address any dental issues they may have, but it also increases a patient’s self esteem and confidence. When cosmetic dentists, like Dr. Maddahi, evaluate a patient’s smile, they look at many aspects of a patient’s teeth and gums. Common questions include: Does the patients have discolored, misshapen, cracked, chipped, worn or crooked teeth. Do they have a gummy smile or are their gums receding? Or are there gaps between their teeth? All these dental aspects are considered during a Smile Evaluationappointment. Dr. Maddahi then determines which procedures will help his patients achieve their best smile. For some that may be porcelain veneers or dental implants, others may benefit from having teeth whitening or periodontal treatments. With cosmetic, digital imaging, Dr. Maddahi is able to quickly show patients how each treatment will change their smile with personalized before and after images. For me, a smile makeover started with dental bonding, to close a small gap between my front teeth, then a teeth-whitening treatment was done to brighten my smile. Dr. Maddahi also suggested that I have cosmetic re-contouring to address small dental imperfections and make my teeth look straighter. The result, in few hours my smile was transformed to a brighter, more beautiful smile with just a few small, painless changes. For before and after photos of cosmetic re-contouring, click here.
Beverly Hills Dental Implants for Tooth Replacement
Patients can lose teeth for a variety of reasons. They may have had periodontal disease or tooth decay. Or, like my brother, they may have lost a tooth due to an accident. It is important to repair and replace missing or damaged teeth because they can cause other dental issues. Common problems include tipped or crowded teeth and there is a possibility of additional tooth loss. In the past if a patient had missing or damaged teeth, the solution often was to fit them for dentures or bridgework. However, in some cases the dentures were not always natural looking, sometimes the color of