I had porcelain veneers put on four teeth. Since then, my gums have been inflamed. I went to see my dentist and they said they’ve never seen that happen and it must mean I’m not brushing well enough. Not only did this annoy me because it wasn’t true, it did nothing to help me. The […]
Dental Tourism Disaster
Can you help me? I went to a European country in order to get a smile makeover I could afford. Even with the travel, I saved $50,000. I loved how the smile looked and was pleased as punch until they started falling off. I’ve been doing everything they’ve told me to. I cut up all […]
Another Cosmetic Dentistry Disaster
I’m reaching out to you for some help. I’ve spent a lot of money on this and I’ve done nothing but cry since. My dentist and I spent a great deal of time going over exactly what I wanted. When the set came back they were bulky and chalky looking. I asked him to send […]
How Do I Get a “WOW” Smile?
I’m wanting a smile makeover. My preference is porcelain veneers. However, I’ve noticed a big diversity of results. I want a smile that makes people say, “Wow!” But in the good way, not the bad way. How do I get that one? I have a feeling the dentist is the key, but don’t know what […]
Solutions for a Tooth Gap
I am way too old for braces, but I’m finally in a financial position where I can fix the gap between my two front teeth. Is there some kind of cosmetic solution that can fix this gap? Thanks, Melody Dear Melody, I can certainly give you cosmetic solutions for fixing your tooth gap. However, if […]
I dreamed of a beautiful smile, but instead I got a nightmare!
My dentist told me he could do porcelain veneers for my six upper front teeth and I was so excited to get started on the mini-smile makeover. After a lot of frustration and disappointment, I’m stuck trying to at least get some of my money back because I hate them and they need to be […]
Bonding or veneer… what’s the difference?
I fell the other day and ended up with a big chip in my front tooth. It looks terrible and I want to get it fixed as soon as possible. I’m trying to decide between bonding or a veneer? What’s the difference and will I get similar results? — Tanya Tanya, Bonding is fairly […]
Help… I don’t want to look like Bugs Bunny anymore!
I really hate my front teeth. Frankly, they make me look like Bugs Bunny because they are big, long and they stick out a bit. I’d like to make them look normal, but I’m not sure what to do. Everything I have read about cosmetic dentistry procedures would add something to them – and I’m […]
I need a cheap way to make my teeth look straight!
I wasn’t blessed with a beautiful, perfect smile. To be quite honest, I hate the spacing between my teeth because it makes them look crooked. I’d love to get them fixed, but an expensive cosmetic procedure is not in my budget. Is it too much to ask to just want straight-looking teeth? I need a […]
