Scientific Publications
Complex Anterior Treatment
Numerous innovations in dental materials and techniques have dramatically changed modern dental practice. In addition, the predictability of dental implants and tissue regeneration has greatly influenced diagnosis and treatment planning. Consequently, a clinician can be confounded by the many valid treatment options. Oftentimes, the selected treatment is based on financial factors, insurance coverage, and time as well as the clinician’s training, comfort zone, and available referral sources. This article will illustrate one method of solving a complex esthetic puzzle using periodontal plastic surgery to complement prosthetic rehabilitation. Read more...
Multidisciplinary Treatment of Anterior Misalignment and Diastemas
In today's society, time is important not only because of financial reasons but also because of business and family obligations. Social stigma also plays a major role in how people seek and decide how to improve their appearance and smile. As dental professionals, we are often confronted with ideal treatment vs realistic treatment scenarios along with patient demands. Read more...
Multidisciplinary Approach to a Full-Mouth Reconstruction
The ever-expanding demand for cosmetic dentistry has not only helped the dental
profession, but has also created more demand and training for
clinicians. More often than not, patients tend to be more informed and have more demands, both realistic and unrealistic. Read more...
CEREC-Can You Afford Not to Have One?
During the last few years, dentistry has become part of a beauty-enhancing industry, and the timing could not have been planned any better. The dental industry has created numerous technological advancements in dental materials and techniques which assisted the dental professionals by providing better services satisfying patients in terms of function, as well as esthetics. Read more...
Successful Treatment Planning of Mature Patients: Function and Aesthetics
In the last few years reality TV shows have overwhelmed our society with beautiful, fit, sexy, young people with whiter teeth. This trend has resulted in a boom in cosmetic dentistry that has greatly benefited our profession. These days, patients from all walks of life and age groups are demanding a white Hollywood smile. Read more...
Multidisciplinary Approach to a
Full-Mouth Reconstruction
This article discusses a multidisciplinary full-mouth reconstruction
case involving osseous crown lengthening; porcelain veneers, crowns, and
bridges; and root-form implants. By the end of the article, the reader should
be well aware of the important role of soft-tissue profile and how this not
only affects gingival esthetics, but also the restorative outcome of the treatment,
both functionally and esthetically. Read more...
Bringing Out Your Very Best Smile - Teeth Whitening
If you'd like to smile more confidently, knowing your teeth are their whitest and brightest, you might want to consider dentist-supervised teeth whitening. Teeth whitening is a safe, effective and lasting way to lighten most people's smiles, available in a wide variety of methods and concentrations for various kinds of teeth. Read more...
Smile Test - What Does Your Smile Say About You?
If you have been thinking about improving your smile, take a few moments and ask yourself the following questions to see if cosmetic dentistry is right for you. Read more...
From Average to Outstanding in Just a Few Steps - Porcelain Veneers
Many people desire a brighter, cleaner, more attractive smile, but have chipped, stained, discolored, unevenly spaced, or even slightly crooked front teeth. Often, porcelain veneers or laminates can provide these people with a completely new-looking smile in just a few simple appointments. Read more...
How Your Oral Health Affects Your General Health
If you think about it, it makes perfect sense: poor oral health is linked to poor physical health. How so? Well, consider the big picture: your mouth is a key entryway into the rest of the body and its systems. If the mouth has a chronic infection or disease, then your entire body may be indirectly or directly exposed to those bacteria. Read more...
Bringing Out Your Very Best Smile - Fighting Gum Disease
Although gum disease is terribly pervasive, it's also preventable. Conservative estimates report that up to 80% of people unknowingly have some amount of chronic gum disease. What's worse is that this disease is responsible for up to 70% of adult tooth loss. Read more...
Crowns: We've Got You Covered
If you’re self-conscious about your smile due to cracked, broken, decayed, or worn teeth, we can bring back your healthy, natural-looking smile with dental crowns. Designed to fit snugly and function as normal teeth, crowns protect your teeth from further damage and preserve the your jaw’s correct natural alignment. Read more...
