Top 3 Restorative Dentistry Options for Missing Teeth

missing tooth restorative dentistryMissing teeth are problematic in many ways. They not only leave gaping holes in your smile, which is distracting and unappealing, these spaces can actually make you look unhealthy and older than you actually are. Plus, missing teeth aren’t doing your mouth any favors when it comes to biting and chewing food. Whether you’re missing a molar or otherwise, all missing teeth are important and should be replaced. The question is, what’s the best restorative dentistry option for filling in the spaces?

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Famous Fathers with Notable Smiles

Steven Tyler smile makeoverOne of the jobs of a father is to set a good example for his children, to help them find their confidence and be proud of who they are, flaws and all. There are plenty of famous fathers who are known for their exploits or big mouths or contributions to society and, along with these characteristics, the following fathers are known for their notable smiles, even if they’re not completely perfect.

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Which Bachelors Need a Smile Makeover on The Bachelorette?

smile makeover the bacheloretteTonight, on ABC, JoJo Fletcher debuts as the newest The Bachelorette. If you skim through the bachelors who are vying for her heart, you’ll see that the majority of them are flashing their pearly whites for the camera. But some are not – and that makes you wonder, is something wrong with their teeth? What else are they hiding? Have they succumbed to the rumor that women are not as attracted to men who smile often?

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Mind the Gap? Might Be Time to Schedule a Smile Makeover

Lindsey Wixson gap teethWhat you consider your biggest smile flaw, some people consider their best asset. Gap teeth are a hot commodity for today’s celebrities. Models (Lara Stone, Lindsey Wixson, Georgia May Jagger, Abby Lee Kershaw, Vanessa Paradis) with gap teeth are in high demand. And of course there are actors (Laurence Fishburne, Andy Samberg), actresses (Lauren Hutton, Anna Paquin, Uzo Aduba), hosts (David Letterman, Michael Strahan) and musicians (Madonna, Elton John, Seal) who have long rocked their gaps. Whether you are embracing what you were given or are seeking to make a change, there are cosmetic dentistry solutions to fit your needs.

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7 Male Celebrities Who Owe Their Smiles to Cosmetic Dentistry

Tom Cruise smile makeoverDid he or didn’t he? There are plenty of celebrities who have had a nip or a tuck, and some of them are comfortable owning up to going under the knife or getting a few shots of Botox. But not every celeb is willing to admit to cosmetic dentistry. Why? Easy: They don’t have to. When your cosmetic dentistry work is good enough, it looks like a completely natural smile. For celebs who found fame before they found their cosmetic dentist, however, there is proof in photos and on film that a stunning new smile can make your star shine even brighter.

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3 Restorative Dentistry Solutions for Your Broken Crown

Restorative dentistry porcelain crownPorcelain tooth crowns are incredibly strong. They’re also versatile and can serve as a repair for a fractured tooth, prevent a weak tooth from fracturing, anchor a bridge, fill gaps or spaces between teeth, hide tooth discoloration, or restore uniformity to oddly shaped teeth. Crowns are not infallible, however, and after a few decades of use or the unwise decision to attempt to open a bag with your teeth, one wrong bite down can dislodge the crown.

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Does Your Presidential Candidate Need a Smile Makeover?

Presidential smile makeoverPolitics are all about looks, and at the same time they’re hardly about looks. The state of our nation is what’s really at stake, but what would newspaper caricaturists have to do all day if there weren’t politicians to mock? After all, most of the candidates running for president fit into a certain demographic, which includes questionable hair, well-earned wrinkles, and worldliness. But if we were voting to put someone in the highest office in the nation based on their teeth, how would the current Democratic and Republican presidential candidates fare?

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Dr. Wei Named America’s Top Dentist for 2016

american top dentist 2016 bigManhattan cosmetic dentist Dr. Michael J. Wei has been named America’s Top Dentist for 2016, an award given to dental professionals who provide outstanding dentistry services to their patients. Bestowed by the Consumers’ Research Council of America, this honor marks the 11th time Dr. Wei has been named Top Dentist. Since 2005, he has been lauded for his exemplary service and expertise as a general dentist, restorative dentist, and cosmetic dentist in New York City.

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