4 of the Most Versatile Cosmetic Dentistry and Restorative Dentistry Solutions

restorative dentistry cosmetic dentistryWhen you have an aesthetic complaint about your teeth that would benefit from cosmetic dentistry, or you have an oral health problem that requires restorative dentistry, the options about what’s available for your care can be confusing. What’s the best choice? What will last the longest? What will give you the most bang for your buck? A consultation with your cosmetic and restorative dentist is the best place to begin so you can have a professional really tell you what’s going on with your teeth. In some cases, several types of treatments are viable options. Here are some of the most versatile solutions you’ll find.

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Mind the Gap with Porcelain Veneers and More Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments

Gapped teethAnna Paquin. Madonna. Michael Strahan. Elijah Wood. Lauren Hutton. Georgia May Jagger. David Letterman. Celebrities with gapped teeth are memorable for this quirky feature. When your unforgettable smile is making you millions, who wouldn’t embrace it? (Though some celebs don’t). When your gapped smile is causing you severe self-consciousness or oral health issues, however, it’s time to make a change, and your cosmetic dentistry options for fixing gapped teeth are many.

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Is It Time to Upgrade Your Cosmetic Dentistry?

upgrade cosmetic dentistryThe dentistry innovations that have debuted over the past few decades – from Invisalign to sophisticated dental implants – have changed lives. People have been released from pain, found love, had their self-confidence renewed, landed their dream job, and are once again able to eat and speak without concerns about the solidity of their teeth. Perhaps you’ve had dentistry repairs in the past, but if it’s been some time since any significant dental work has been completed on your mouth, it’s time to consider whether you’re ready for an upgrade.

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How Celeb Smiles Influence Dental Trends

justin bieber invisalignCelebrities are not “regular” people. They have stylists, makeup artists, chauffeurs, Oscars, and Emmys. They have mansions and private islands and multi-million-dollar salaries. But while the lives of celebrities may not resemble the typical person’s daily life, there is one element that famous people have to tend to just like everyone else – their oral health. Stars want to make sure they’re looking good when the paparazzi pops out or the red carpet calls, and celeb smiles reflect their investment in their best asset. And what celebs do, regular people want to do – and, in the case of the all-important smile, that’s a trend worth emulating.

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Newly Divorced? Ready to Date Again? Boost Your Confidence with a Smile Makeover

smile makeover post-divorceEven if you’re thrilled to finally have your divorce behind you, the journey has no doubt taken its toll emotionally and perhaps even physically. Self-confidence can easily take a hit in the wake of such a major life change and the prospect of the challenges that lie ahead. But here’s the truth: Opportunity is what’s really in your future, and while the last thing you may feel like doing is smiling, showing that grin is one of the best things you can do for yourself. So the question is: Does your smile reflect the new you? If not, it’s time to put yourself first and consider a smile makeover.

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What’s the Anti-Aging Secret? Cosmetic Dentistry

Anti Aging Secret - Cosmetic DentistryThe fountain of youth may not be as elusive as it once was. Cosmetic dentistry has made it possible to achieve a newer, younger-looking you. Skin creams and fresh hairstyles can make an impact on your appearance, but it’s possible to lose years off of your face with one incredibly powerful choice: changing your smile.

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Are Your Teeth Ruining Your Love Life? It’s Time for a Smile Makeover

Smile makeover to improve your love lifeWhat’s the top physical characteristic that men and women judge one another on when considering if someone is a worthy potential date? Not their profession. Not their personality. You guessed it – their teeth. If your love life is lackluster, it might be time to take a look in the mirror and rate your smile. Good teeth are a must-have when it comes to dating and romance.

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Transform Your Smile with Porcelain Veneers – By Dr. Michael J. Wei, Cosmetic Dentist in Manhattan NYC

Dr. Michael J. Wei is a Cosmetic Dentist in Manhattan NYC who is repairing teeth and completely transforming smiles for his patients who are embarrassed by their smile due to damaged, chipped, stained or misaligned teeth. “Porcelain Veneers” are thin, yet super-strong porcelain “shells” used to repair your teeth and enhance your smile. Porcelain veneers give you fantastic, natural-looking smile by repairing and/or straightening your teeth.

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Manhattan Porcelain Veneers Can Help Create a Beautiful Smile and Fuller Lips

woman biting her full lips
Woman biting her full lips

According to a recent survey by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), dentists are performing nearly 600,000 porcelain veneer procedures every year, making it the third most popular cosmetic dentistry enhancement provided by dentists. Dr. Michael J. Wei, a cosmetic dentist in Manhattan New York, says that many patients are seeking porcelain veneers to enhance their smiles. Dr. Wei also adds that the application of dental tooth veneers can also include the added benefit of providing fuller, more attractive lips while reducing facial wrinkles.

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Creating Your Smile with Manhattan Porcelain Veneers

You may not have been born with the teeth you want, but that doesn’t mean you can enjoy the smile you deserve. Aesthetic dentistry practices offer a wide range of services that can disguise dental flaws and enhance your teeth and gums in just one or two dental appointments. Porcelain veneers in particular can quickly transform your smile with the help of a Manhattan cosmetic dentist.

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