I have been saving up for quite some time to finally get eight veneers placed on my upper front teeth. I couldn’t wait to flash my new “Hollywood” smile, but all I want to do now is hide. All I see when I look in the mirror are big, bulky teeth that look too white. […]
Why won’t my dentist start veneers while I’m whitening?
I am so ready for a smile makeover. I have waited a long time to get started and I’ve done my research and found the best cosmetic dentist to place four veneers on my top front teeth. I’ve been whitening for several weeks (in-office and at home). I want to get started on the veneers right […]
Can My Dentist Fix My Uneven Gums After I’ve Gotten Porcelain Veneers?
I just had porcelain veneers done and I was super excited to see the final results. The doctor really hyped me up about it and even had me try them on before cementing them and they looked great. Before I got them, the bottoms of my teeth weren’t straight, so that was my main concern. […]
Can I switch from braces to Invisalign?
I currently have braces and they have caused more problems than I ever imagined. I expected the obvious issues like getting food stuck, but I wasn’t prepared for how much my teeth would hurt, not to mention all of the canker sores that never seem to go away. I’ve seen and read about Invisalign and […]
Will Lumineers Look Bulky?
I’ve been thinking about getting Lumineers, but I heard that they look bulky because the tooth is not filed down. Is that true? — Stacia Stacia, Lumineers are probably one of the most advertised cosmetic dental procedures in magazines and on TV today. While most of the information they convey is technically correct, there is […]
I’m on a tight budget… can I save money on veneers?
I’ve wanted to fix my four front teeth for many years. Not only do they look smaller than my other teeth, they are discolored, too. After much research I have decided that veneers are my best option to achieve a look that is not only natural, but beautiful. Here’s my problem… my budget is very […]
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