Tag: New Jersey accredited cosmetic dentist

Will porcelain veneers from a dentist on Groupon be any good?

I’ve been considering porcelain veneers for 5 teeth that are slightly twisted and have fluorosis stains. I went to 2 cosmetic dentists for estimates on correcting my teeth. The prices are higher than I expected. If the rates they quoted are common, I won’t be able to afford veneers until 2019. It doesn’t sound like a long time from now, but it is when your teeth are affected. I subscribe to Groupon e-mails and a few days ago I received notification about a dentist who is offering porcelain veneers at a discount. I called the office and found out I would save 40% of what I was quoted at my consultations for the other 2 dentists. One of my best friends told me it’s probably I scam, but it is a real dental office. Maybe the dentist is just advertising so people know about her services. I want to buy the offer before it expires or reaches the max for buyers. Do you know anything about Dr. (name withheld) that would raise a red flag for why I shouldn’t get porcelain veneers from her? Thanks. Gina.

Gina - We are neither familiar with the dentist you named, nor her services. Whether you purchase a Groupon or not, caution is always needed when choosing a dentist for porcelain veneers.

Before You Choose a Dentist for Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain veneers are an investment. Before you choose a dentist for them, there are several factors to consider.

  • Any dentist can provide porcelain veneers, but few dentists do them well.
  • Cosmetic dentistry is an art. A true dental artist has:
    • Post-graduate training in cosmetic dentistry
    • On-going training in the art
    • An artistic eye to produce beautiful results
    • The right tools, technique, and technology to transform your smile
  • Concealing fluorosis stains with porcelain veneers requires the talent of a highly skilled cosmetic dentist.

What to Expect and What to Ask

Like any beautiful artwork, porcelain veneers are in investment. An artistic cosmetic dentist uses the finest porcelain and the best labs. Your smile will be designed to match your requests, and to fit your personality and facial features.

You will receive mock-up veneers and try-in veneers to ensure you love the way your smile looks. It takes time to produce beautiful results. And you have to be willing to pay for them.

Before you purchase a Groupon for veneers, learn about the dentist’s experience and training.

  • How much post-graduate training in cosmetic dentistry has been received?
  • Does the dentist participate in ongoing training?
  • How many porcelain veneers cases has the dentist completed?
  • How many cases of fluorosis stains with veneers has the dentist completed?
  • Does she have actual patient photos to show you?

The best results come from an accredited cosmetic dentist—particularly with fluorosis stains. Although you have to invest more in your smile with an accredited cosmetic dentist, the results will be beautiful and long lasting.

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

 

Can I get a smile like Meghan Markle’s from a top dentist?

I love Meghan Markle’s smile. I think she is gorgeous and I love her smile. I want a top dentist who can give me a smile exactly like Meghan Markle’s. My teeth are in pretty bad shape and I’ve been dying for a smile makeover but I really wasn’t sure how I want my teeth to look. The more I see Meghan in celebrity news, the more I want her smile. I want my teeth the same shape, width, length and color as Meghan’s. What do I need to do to find a top dentist who can get my teeth just right? How will I know if what the dentist claims to be able to do will really happen? I wish I could find out who Meghan’s dentist is and then that would be a safe pick. Where do I start? - Alycia

Alycia - So you want a Meghan Markle smile. It’s popular for people to try to achieve a celebrity smile. Whether you want a smile makeover that makes you look like a celebrity, or just a gorgeous smile that fits you, a top dentist who is also a skilled cosmetic dentist can help. If the current condition of your teeth presents a lot of challenges, we recommend that you schedule a consultation with an accredited cosmetic dentist.

Do Your Homework First

  • Find two or three accredited cosmetic dentists.
  • Ask friends and family for recommendations, and check online patient reviews.
  • Check each dentist’s website for his or her credentials.
  • Look for a smile gallery on the website to see before-and-after pictures of smile makeovers on each dentist’s patients.
  • Schedule a consultation with each top dentist.

How Will a Top Dentist Handle Your Request for a Smile Like Meghan Markle’s?

There aren’t many accredited cosmetic dentists in the country, but they are certainly top dentists and highly skilled artists. Your dentist will let you know what to expect when using cosmetic dentistry to imitate Meghan Markle’s teeth.

If an exact match is possible

A smile is a unique expression of a person. There are a lot of factors that will affect how the final results will look. A top dentist can give you a stunning smile, but whether or not it will look exactly like Meghan’s depends on a lot of things. Some of them include:

  • Your jawbone structure
  • Your face shape
  • Your gumline
  • The condition of your teeth
  • Your lips

The appearance of a smile is much more than the shape and color of your teeth.

What it will take

You mentioned that your teeth are in bad shape, but you didn’t provide any specifics.

  • Do you need orthodontic treatment?
  • Do you have any missing teeth that need to be replaced?
  • Are your teeth uneven?
  • Do any of your teeth need to be restored with porcelain veneers or porcelain crowns?

Of course, professional teeth whitening will give any smile a brilliant lift. A top dentist will let you know what it will take to give you a smile that’s just as amazing as Meghan Markle’s. A combination of different cosmetic dental treatments might be needed to get the look you want.

How you will look

A top dentist who has experience in cosmetic dentistry will be able to tell you and show you how your smile will look when it’s complete. If you need porcelain veneers to achieve the smile makeover, you’ll be able to try on temporary veneers so you know exactly what to expect.

Based on your personality and facial features, your accredited cosmetic dentist will let you know if the smile makeover you’re requesting will enhance your appearance or detract from it.

Be Specific and Realistic

Write down, or record in your mobile device, exactly what it is about Meghan’s smile that you love. Let your dentist know what you want people to see when you smile.

A top cosmetic dentist can give you celebrity smile, but do you really want it to look exactly like Meghan Markle’s smile? Your answer might still be Yes!, but listen closely to your dentist to understand how closely your smile makeover can mimic Meghan’s smile, and how Meghan’s smile will look on you. Understand what the limitations are based on your facial features, your natural teeth, and the cosmetic treatment you select.

Your Celebrity Smile Might Look Better Than Meghan’s

Keep in mind that you can have a beautiful smile that is uniquely yours. Who knows, if you find the right cosmetic dentist, it might even look better than Meghan’s.

This post is sponsored by Chatham, NJ cosmetic dentist and NJ Monthly Magazine top dentist Dr. Allyson Hurley. Check out her smile gallery.

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.

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.

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.

i was bulimic and my teeth are terrible

i was bulimic and my teeth are terrible. i need to know my options for getting my teeth fixed, if they can be fixed. – O.

O. – Although the vomiting with bulimia can cause teeth to wear or chip, they can be beautifully restored. But it takes a skilled and experienced dentist to restore them properly.

Depending on the state of your teeth, a skilled cosmetic dentist will use porcelain crowns, porcelain veneers, or a combination of both to give you a beautiful new smile. Your smile will be completely natural looking.

Find a dentist with extensive experience who is also accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. An accredited cosmetic dentist has completed continuing education classes, demanding clinical testing process, an oral test, and submitted documentation of his or her patient cases. You will be thrilled with your new smile. You will be able to find an accredited dentist with whom you can make financial arrangements, if needed, to restore your smile.

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