Tag: Bedminster accredited cosmetic dentist

I’ve been to 3 dentists and none of them can get my crowns right!

How long have porcelain crowns been around? I need crowns on both front center teeth and I have been to 3 different dentists and none of them can get the crowns right. The crowns are too big, too white, too thick, or too wide, or there is some other problem with them. It started with my dentist who just sounded like the whole thing would be a breeze. He has done crowns on front teeth before, although I don’t know how they looked on the patient. We went through several mock-ups and temps, but he just couldn’t get it right. So after I kept complaining, he referred me to a colleague who is a “cosmetic dentist” and she only slightly did a better job. So I went round and round with her and still got pasty white buck teeth crowns which I refused to let her cement on. After that I decided to find a dentist on my own and asked for recommendations from people in the office where I work. I got several recommendations and picked a dentist. We are in the mockup phase and the teeth look bad—again. So I’m done. But I can’t really be done can I, because I still need new crowns?! Is it nearly impossible to get crowns on front teeth that look good? I am totally frustrated. Any suggestions you have or a recommendation of a dentist would be great. Thanks. Tensie

Tensie – We understand your frustration and concern. When you smile, your front teeth are what others’ eyes focus on first. They need to look natural.

Placing beautiful, natural-looking crowns on front teeth is a challenge. It requires the skill of an artistic cosmetic dentist. The artistic dentist’s concerns are quality, looks, symmetry, and harmony. This means that the dental crowns you receive will match the characteristics of your surrounding teeth, fit well, look great, and look like they are your natural teeth. Only an artist can accomplish all of that.

It’s a good idea to ask for recommendations of a cosmetic dentist from friends and family members, but you also have to do a little homework. Is the dentist accredited? If not, has he or she received any recognition or awards for cosmetic dentistry? Does the dentist continue to participate in ongoing training? Does the dentist have a physical catalog or online gallery of before-and-after pictures for you to review?

Have consultations with two or three cosmetic dentists before you choose your next provider. Take the time to ask questions—and ask to see photos—before you make a final decision. With a little more time and careful research, you will find a dentist to give you beautiful crowns on your front teeth.

This post is sponsored by Bedminster, NJ cosmetic dentist Dr. Allyson Hurley.

How can I flick off my temporary veneers that were bonded on?

I am sick of trying to tell my dentist that my veneers aren’t right. This is the 5th set of temporaries I’ve had and he can’t get it right. We had a heated discussion on my last visit and I told him to worry about seeing me again because the veneers are a mess. That was kind of silly of me because the veneers need to come off. I want to know if you can tell me how I can flick of these temporaries that were bonded on? Thanks. Joél M.

Joél – We strongly recommend that you not try to take off your temporary veneers. Your frustration in trying to get the smile you want with porcelain veneers is understandable, but don’t take matters into your own hands.

Self-attempts to remove the veneers can result in damage to your tooth enamel or to a tooth itself. Leave the job to a skilled cosmetic dentist, because he or she has the tools and knows the technique required to remove the mock-up veneers. But don’t just visit any dentist to have the veneers removed. Take the time to do some research and find a highly trained, accredited if possible, cosmetic dentist.

A cosmetic dentist has artistic inclination and personally designs smiles for each patient. You can ask friends for recommendations or search online for an accredited cosmetic dentist, or a dentist who is a long-time member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Schedule a few consultations, ask each dentist about his or her training and credentials in cosmetic dentistry, and ask to see before-and-after pictures of porcelain veneers cases fully completed by the dentist.

Taking the time to find the right dentist for you will help you get the temporary veneers comfortably and properly removed, and give you the beautiful smile you want with porcelain veneers.

This post is sponsored by top NJ dentist Dr. Allyson Hurley.

 

My gum line is receding above my porcelain veneers

I’ve had porcelain veneers for 7 years. They are the original veneers. My gum line is receding above the veneers but they also are receding above other teeth too. I think some of it is just my aging. I will be 52 years old in December. My real concern is the veneers because that is what people see. Is this going to require me to get new veneers? Thanks – Liz

Liz – You should visit an experienced cosmetic dentist for an examination and consultation. Gum recession is a natural part of aging, even if you practice excellent oral hygiene.

There are several ways that the issue is addressed by cosmetic dentists. The options for you will depend on your particular case. Gum grafting can be done, the veneers can be replaced, and at times, dental bonding is used to fill in the open area. Dental bonding stains with time though, and will need to be periodically refreshed. When used at the margin of a veneer and gumline, dental bonding can sometimes promote plaque accumulation and inflammation.

The treatment options you will receive will depend on the cosmetic dentist you choose and the particulars of your case. An examination will be required to find out what will work best for you. We recommend that you visit an accredited cosmetic dentist for optimal results.

This post is sponsored by top NJ dentist Dr. Allyson Hurley.

Veneers have ruined my teeth

I hate that I got porcelain veneers. My teeth are ruined. They are too everything wrong – too wide, too long, too white, too thick. There is nothing that I like about them. I keep thinking back about what went wrong. These are not the veneers I tried on and now they are stuck to my teeth. I am miserable about the thousands of dollars that I spent for this disappointment. My dentist kept telling me that I would get used to them and like them. It has been 2 months and I am still hurt. Can this be reversed somehow? - Lena

Lena – We are truly sorry to hear about your experience with porcelain veneers.

Although the process cannot be reversed, you can receive new veneers. Unfortunately, the replacement will likely be costly. You can try speaking with the dentist who placed the veneers about your disappointment to find out if he or she will work with you on the cost of replacing them.

Sometimes after a bad experience, a patient’s trust in a particular dentist has diminished. If that is your case, you can have a consultation with a few experienced, accredited cosmetic dentists to discuss your options.

We sincerely hope that you will reach a resolution that will give you the smile you want.

This post is sponsored by top New Jersey dentist Dr. Allyson Hurley.

Red gums after Zoom Whitening

I am getting Zoom Whitening the 2nd week in January. My friend got it last month and after her session, her gums were sore and red. Are my gums going to be red and sore? – Bethany

Bethany – You may experience some sensitivity after Zoom!® whitening, but your gums should not be sore and red.

Before the bleaching gel is applied, a protective coating is applied to your gums to keep them from burning from the treatment. Your dentist will address any concerns you have about sensitivity after the procedure.

This post is sponsored by Bedminster dentist Dr. Allyson Hurley.

Which is the best dentist for my teeth a cosmetic dentist or orthodontist?

So I have spaces between 5 of my top teeth. not all 5 in a row but the spaces are random. I want to close them up and I am wondering which is the best dentist for my teeth. a cosmetic dentist or a orthodontist? Thanks! Sydnee.

Sydnee – An orthodontist will provide you with braces to close the spaces between your teeth. A cosmetic dentist provides alternatives to lengthy treatment with braces, including dental bonding and porcelain veneers.

The treatment recommended for you depends on the size of the spaces between your teeth. Smaller spaces can be closed with dental bonding. Porcelain veneers are a beautiful way to conceal larger gaps. Make an appointment with an accredited cosmetic dentist to discuss your options.

This post is sponsored by Bedminster NJ accredited cosmetic dentist Dr. Allyson Hurley. Dr. Hurley was voted a NJ top dentist six years in a row.

Cosmetic dentist totally messed up my teeth!

In August I got cosmetic bonding on two teeth that got chipped in a bike accident. As soon as the dentist finished and she let me look at my teeth, a) I noticed that the bonding was much whiter than my own teeth and b) the bonding was very lumpy. I complained right away but she told me it needed time to settle and to call for an appointment if it didn’t settle in two weeks. I called for an appointment and was scheduled for a month later! So when I went back to the office my dentist said that she had to take off the bonding and start over. Sounded like a good idea to me. So she got the bad bonding off and re-did it. Now the shape of my two teeth is completely different from how they looked originally and they look like they don’t belong with my other teeth. The color is better but not quite right. I actually had a good friend ask me what happened to my teeth. I cannot go back to this dentist. I am cutting my losses, money and all. I am done. How many times can a dentist chisel off bad bonding without messing up my own teeth? What should I do now? – Tia

Tia – Take the time to find an experienced cosmetic dentist in your area. If you are able, find an experienced cosmetic dentist who is also accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

The dentist will examine your dental bonding and let you know your options. It is likely that the bad bonding can be removed, your teeth can properly be prepared for the bonding, and new bonding can be applied. An experienced cosmetic dentist will have plenty of composite available to match your natural teeth. He or she also has the skill to sculpt the bonding so that it looks completely natural.

Don’t settle for anything less than an experienced cosmetic dentist.

This post is sponsored by Bedminster dentist Dr. Allyson Hurley.