With cosmetic dentistry becoming more and more popular, many people have questions on how to choose the best dentist and what procedures are best for quick dental fixes. Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, a Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist, recommends starting by finding a dentist whose skill matches your specific dental needs and then having a thorough evaluation. Before choosing a dentist, review their credentials and the types of continuing education they have taken. Be sure the dentist is using the latest techniques and dental tools. Also, check your state’s dental board to verify that his or her license is in good standing, often this can be done very quickly online. While Dr. Maddahi does numerous cosmetic dental procedures, he also stresses the need for regular teeth cleaning and check-ups as the basis for a healthy smile. “Teething whitening has become a very common procedure and I am often asked what causes teeth to become stained and discolored. Patients who drink coffee, red wine and even green tea can have stained teeth. Smoking can also cause staining. Aging and certain chemicals also can cause discoloration,” Dr. Maddahi explains. “With a simple in-office teeth whitening procedure, a patient can brighten their smile quickly, in just a few hours. And, for many of our patients, a beautiful smile starts when they have their smile whitened,” Dr. Maddahi explains. Many patients consult a cosmetic dentist to see what can be done to fix chipped or damaged teeth. For some, cosmetic re-contouring or bonding many be good options. During a re-contouring procedure, a jagged tooth is reshaped for a more natural look. A composite resin is be used to repair a chipped or damaged tooth during a bonding procedure. Bonding can also be done to change the shape and color of the tooth as well as close spaces between teeth. Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, has been specializing in creating beautiful, natural smiles more than 22 years at his Beverly Hills office, click here to tour our office. For more information or questions on cosmetic dental procedures, contact our office.
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Enhancing your Smile with Natural-looking Dental Restorations in Beverly Hills
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
How Dental Bonding Is Done
Dental bonding could be an excellent corrective treatment for you if you have:
• Gaps between your teeth
• Small chips or cracks
• Discolored patches
A More Attractive Smile with Dental Bonding
A recent independent study by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry revealed that 99.7% of Americans believe a smile is an important social asset. This same dental study also asked What makes a smile unattractive? Responses included:
Creating a New Smile with Cosmetic Dentistry
The look of your mouth and smile can be altered to fit what would be pleasing to you. Cosmetic dentistry has a very simple definition. It is that branch of dentistry dealing with the appearance of your teeth. It handles the modification of your smile and anything having to do with how your teeth and gums look in terms of the length, shape, color, alignment and proportion.
How to Choose a Great Cosmetic Dentist
In addition to asking for before-and-after photos and checking references, I would recommend checking to see if your Cosmetic Dentist is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). The AACD is an organization of Cosmetic Dentists who are committed to the highest levels of education and advancement in the area of Cosmetic Dentistry.
What can be done to fix a chipped tooth?
Usually, if the chip is not too big, bonding can safely be put on the tooth. Bonding is a resin composite material that is tooth colored. The bonding may have to be replaced because it can discolor or it may fracture off again. If the fracture is too big, then a veneer or a crown needs to be placed in order to make sure the tooth is protected
What is full mouth reconstruction?
During a full mouth reconstruction, every single tooth in the mouth is reconstructed with either with the use of veneer or crowns. During the reconstruction all of the teeth are changed due to the alignment of the teeth, the bite or because of excessive wear of the teeth
What are some alternatives to getting veneers?
One alternative to getting veneers is whitening your teeth. If your teeth are slightly crooked then cosmetic re-contouring of the teeth can sometimes be done. Re-contouring is when the teeth are shaved down slightly to straighten them out. Crooked teeth also can be straightened with the use of braces. Those are the three options.
How are Veneers affixed to the teeth?
Veneers are bonded to the tooth with cement that is the color of the desired veneer. Bonding materials are then applied to the surface of the tooth as the veneer is affixed to the tooth with the cement.