4 Reasons to Talk to a Cosmetic Dentist about Veneers

By Arthur Kezian

Think that the services of a cosmetic dentist are only for movie stars and rich athletes?  Think again!  A good cosmetic dentist can help anyone get the smile of their dreams.  If your smile is less than perfect, dental veneers may be the answer.

What are they?

Dental veneers are thin pieces of porcelain (or sometimes resin) that are applied over the front of your tooth.  Once your dental veneers are in place, they'll instantly give you a better-looking smile.

If you haven't talked about getting dental veneers from a cosmetic dentist yet, here's why you should:

1.       You'll get whiter teeth

Some otherwise-innocent things -- like certain antibiotics, silver fillings, and root canal work -- can discolor your teeth.  Luckily, you don't have to be embarrassed by dingy or "dirty-looking" teeth.  All you have to do is talk to a cosmetic dentist about veneers.  When you get dental veneers your smile will instantly be whiter!

A word to the wise -- if whiter teeth are all you're after, make sure your dentist uses porcelain veneers.  They repel stains better than resin, so you won't have to worry as much about that glass or red wine or coffee staining your brand new smile!

2.         You'll get straighter teeth

Having even just a few uneven or misaligned teeth can drag down your entire smile.  Luckily, a good cosmetic dentist can take care of them.  By applying veneers to your teeth, they will instantly look like they're all the same length.  Plus, they'll look much straighter.  That way, you won't have to feel insecure anymore!

3.       You won't have gaps in between your teeth anymore

Having a gap in between your front teeth is no fun.  You're embarrassed to smile or pose for pictures, and you feel like everyone's talking to the gap -- instead of you.  But if you want that gap to become a distant memory, all you have to do is talk to a dentist!

By applying veneers that are ever-so-slightly bigger than the teeth in question, your cosmetic dentist can completely cover up that gap that's making you so miserable!  And, because you'll only need a couple of veneers, your cosmetic dentist can make sure that they come in a custom shade that blends in perfectly with all of your other teeth.

4.       You won't have to deal with broken teeth

Whether a sports injury or a car accident is to blame, broken teeth can make even the most confident of people feel insecure.  Luckily, by getting dental veneers from a Los Angeles cosmetic dentist, your smile can look as great as it did before your teeth were damaged!

Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777 

-N.S.

Teeth Whitening - 6 Ways to Get Whiter, Brighter Teeth

By Arthur Kezian

You may have the straightest teeth in the world.  But, if they’re marred by yellow or brown stains, you will never have a truly perfect smile. 

It’s easier than you think to wind up with dull-colored teeth.  Your morning coffee and tea, your evening red wine, and your late-night cigarettes are all discoloring your teeth.  Because it’s such a common problem, teeth whitening is a very common solution.

So, how do you get the best whitening results?  Follow these 6 tips:

1.        Brush the right way

If you don’t brush your teeth long enough, all of that bacteria will never leave your mouth – leaving your teeth yellow or brown.  If you want a whiter smile, you need to brush them twice a day, for about 3 minutes each time.

And, make sure that the bristles on your toothbrush aren’t too hard.  If they are, it can damage your enamel – the coating that keeps dark food and drink from settling into your teeth.

2.        When you can’t brush, take other measures

If you head out to eat, you obviously can’t take a toothbrush with you.  Instead, chew some sugar-free gum.  Chewing stimulates your saliva production, which, in turn, will wash off the stains on your teeth.

3.       Stay away from sweets

They might taste good, but they can cause sensitivity during whitening.  If you want to munch on something, pick some vegetables and fruits instead.

4.        Choose the right toothpaste

The fluoride in your toothpaste will strengthen you enamel and keep your teeth whiter and brighter.

5.        Visit your dentist twice a year

Aside from giving you routine cleanings that go beyond what you can do at home with your toothbrush, your dentist can also give you some expert tips and procedures to make your teeth whiter.  In fact, if you want results that work, teeth whitening can only be done at a dentist’s office.

6.        Avoid other solutions for whitening

Those whitening strips and solutions can irritate your gums – which can make your teeth look and feel even worse.

Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777 

-N.S.