Tag: Bedminster NJ cosmetic dentist

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.

Porcelain veneers hurt and I want them off!

I got porcelain veneers 3 weeks ago and they are killing me. Eight veneers and my teeth are hurting really bad. I have been taking ibuprofen every day since I got them. I know it’s no good for my stomach. Yes, I have called my dentist several times and visited the office complaining about the pain. He keeps telling me to be patient and the pain will gradually get better. It has not improved at all. Can I get them taken off and just go back to my natural teeth? – Jasmine

Jasmine – Make an appointment with a different dentist. If possible, find an accredited cosmetic dentist to examine your porcelain veneers and teeth.

It is normal to experience some sensitivity in your teeth after you receive porcelain veneers. The enamel of your natural teeth is removed in preparation for the veneers, so sensitivity is expected. But persistent pain that is not diminishing is not common.

Your teeth and veneers need to be examined to determine the cause of the problem and how to alleviate your pain. Once you receive veneers, you can’t return to having your natural teeth exposed. Your teeth have been lightly shaved to support veneers, so some type of cosmetic dentistry will be needed to cover and protect your natural teeth—either veneers or crowns.

Without examining your teeth, we won’t guess as to what is causing your pain, so make an appointment promptly.

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

Remain attractive at any age by improving your smile

In an August 2012 survey conducted for the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, 45% of participants said they think that a beautiful smile helps us remain attractive regardless of our age. Eyes came in second at 34%, and body shape, hair, and legs followed distantly—but nothing compared to the value of a smile.

And more than 62% of the participants said they prefer spending money on improving their smile over making improvements to their weight, hair, eyes, or anything else.

So what can you do to improve your smile? One of the most inexpensive treatments is to whiten your teeth. If you want a brighter smile quickly, many dentists offer in-office treatment that will brilliantly whiten your smile in an hour. Take-home treatment is less expensive, and you’ll see results in about two weeks. A dazzling smile gives you a lift and makes you look and feel younger.

If you have teeth that are worn or misaligned, braces aren’t the only way to straighten them. Porcelain veneers—thin wafers of porcelain—can be bonded to the front of your teeth. With help from your cosmetic dentist, you will decide on the shape, size, and color of your new smile.

Cosmetic dentistry offers many options to improve your smile and make you look younger. Visit the online smile galleries of experienced cosmetic dentists and see the difference they can make.

This blog is sponsored by New Jersey cosmetic dentist Dr. Allyson Hurley.