I am getting sick of dentists who declare they are the only ones who can do “true” cosmetic work because they are AACD accredited. That does NOT make you a specialist. All dentists are cosmetic dentists. We have the same exact degree. You are not any more specialized than I am. Stop trying to take […]
Cracked Porcelain Veneer
I received an inheritance. I decided to invest it in a smile makeover with porcelain veneers. I’ve always been ashamed of my smile and this would help me gain some confidence. I went to the best of the best. When I did it, I explained to them that I couldn’t afford them regularly but wanted […]
He Needs to Stop this Full-Mouth Reconstruction
I need some advice. My dentist is giving me a full-mouth reconstruction. I like the way the temporary crowns look. They’re perfect. I have a bit of trouble eating but I’m sure I’ll get used to that. My question is how perfect they look. Should I get one of the teeth offset a bit so […]
Dental Implants for Baby Canines?
I have two baby canine teeth which are still in my mouth even though I am 16. It is a tad embarrassing having baby teeth when I smile at my age. Is it possible to replace these with dental implants so it looks like I have adult teeth there? My senior year is coming up […]
Reviewing Tanda Pearl Ionic Teeth Whitening System
I saw an advertisement for the Tanda Pearl Ionic Teeth Whitening System. It says it can work in 5-minute intervals. I already have teeth whitening trays from my dentist and they have to be worn a minimum of 20 minutes a day. This has aggravated my TMJ Disorder. The idea of wearing the Tanda Pearl […]
Full-Mouth Reconstruction Disaster
I need some advice. I had a tooth grinding problem and my teeth were down to nubs. My dentist decided I needed a full-mouth reconstruction. I will say they look better than my natural teeth. The problem I’m facing is the pain I’m in. He told me they’d start with the bottom teeth and open […]
Can You Get a Single Porcelain Veneer?
I was planning on just getting one porcelain veneer for a tooth which has always bothered me. It’s always been darker than the other teeth. Originally, my dentist wanted to do a dental crown, but I didn’t want to grind the tooth down. He agreed to do the porcelain veneer. When it came in, it […]
Dental Implants after Ten Years with Dentures
I’ve had dentures for ten years. Originally, I got them because it was my only option. My finances were a disaster back then. Now I’m in a better place financially but my dentist said it is too late for me to get dental implants? Before I give up hope, I want to get another opinion. […]
Dealing with Multiple Dental Allergies
I’m not sure what to do. I’d been having serious problems with eczema and pain. I ended up getting tested and it turns out I have multiple allergies to a variety of dental materials. What we know so far is I’m allergic to cobalt, chromium, dental cement, formaldehyde, titanium, and more than a few chemicals. […]
Dentist Insists on Metal Based Crown
I have sensitivities to metal. It took me years to get my dentist to give me a white filling instead of a silver one. He finally gave in when most dentists were already doing them. Now I’m having to fight him about metal in my dental crown. He says the all-porcelain crowns can’t go on […]