Can I use an ultrasonic toothbrush on dental bonding?
I came across something online that said not to use “ultrasonic cleaning devices” on dental bonding. Can ultrasonic toothbrushes damage the bond somehow? I need to know because I always use an ultransonic toothbrush and don’t want to compromise my restoration. – Becky in Wisconsin Becky, Thank you for your question. The “ultransonic cleaning devices” […]
Are my knock-off, generic Lumineers the cause of my terrible breath?
I have been really working on getting in shape and taking care of myself. When I reached my weight loss goal last year, I thought it would be fun to reward my hard work with a new smile. I asked my dentist about Lumineers and he first recommended we take care of some periodontal disease. […]
I’m living a porcelain veneers horror story!
I’m so sad. My porcelain veneers look terrible. I have been seeing the same dentist since I was five years old. I love going to see him. When I was in for a regular checkup, I mentioned that I had a really big project at work. It was an opportunity for me to expand my […]
Is there Hope for My Lumineers Nightmare?
I literally spent thousands of dollars to have Lumineers done across my four front teeth. They didn’t feel right from the moment my dentist put them on, but they told me I would adjust. Sadly, I have not been given the opportunity, because the darn things keep falling off. Seriously, not two days later after […]
My porcelain veneers are messing up my speech.
I had a pretty significant smile makeover, which included 10 porcelain veneers. I also had two crowns done at the same time. After the permanent veneers were placed, I noticed that I am having some difficulty speaking. My tongue isn’t happy. It just doesn’t feel comfortable. The best way to describe it is that it […]
Is it common for porcelain veneers to have a bump?
My two front teeth have been troublesome over the years. I have had them bonded but they kept needing replaced, so I decided to try out porcelain veneers. Well, that didn’t work for me either. I felt like they looked bulky. So the next dentist decided to do bonding again. That was a joke, my […]
Do I have to wait until Im done bleaching to start my porcelain veneers?
I’m really looking forward to fixing my smile, as I’ve put a lot of thought into it, and did my research on cosmetic dentists. In addition to getting four porcelain veneers placed on my top front teeth, I am also bleaching, in office and at home. My dentist suggests waiting until after I finish bleaching […]
Is a digital smile makeover legit?
I am very intrigued by the ad I saw on television for a digital smile makeover. I know we live in the digital age and all, but how can they pull off something so individualized? I would love to fix my smile. My teeth are discolored and oddly shaped. I’d love to hear you thoughts? […]
Botched cosmetic dentistry. What do I do?
I hate my ugly tetracycline-stained teeth. They have stolen my joy and self confidence one too many times. I decided that I will not feel embarrassed or ashamed of my smile anymore. So I scheduled a consultation with my dentist. Finally, I felt like I was going to be proud to show off my smile […]
I have a huge chip in my front tooth
I fell and ended up with an ugly chip in my front tooth. I need to get it fixed and was wondering what would work better, porcelain veneers or dental bonding? – Jo Ann in Michigan Jo Ann, Sorry to hear about your fall. As long as you aren’t in pain, then cosmetic dentistry should […]