Cosmetic Dentistry

When teeth are yellowed, stained, or broken the appearance affects your smile and self-image. In previous decades, no treatments existed for yellow or stained teeth that provided exceptional results or restored teeth to a normal appearance. Patients had to struggle with a defected oral appearance or consider a full or partial denture procedure. The latest advancements in cosmetic dentistry have increased the treatments available to correct many types of teeth imperfections.

Due to cosmetic dentistry, many people have achieved a straighter, whiter, and brighter smile. A popular corrective procedure is the placement of porcelain veneers. Veneers are thin sections of porcelain, which are affixed directly to the teeth allowing a complete transformation of appearance and shape. The small porcelain shells can be sculptured and shaped to identically match the size and shape of the surrounding teeth. A veneer procedure is a modern treatment for instant smile makeover.

A veneer treatment begins with a thorough review from our Santa Monica dentist. A careful oral inspection of the teeth and gum line is performed and a determination is made to treat the imperfection or discoloration with veneers. The treatment begins with a full oral cleaning of the existing teeth and gum line. This cleaning ensures that the veneers receive a clean surface that is free from bacteria or potential contaminants that can be trapped between the veneer and the existing teeth during placement. A powerful dental resin is used to bond the veneer to the exterior of each tooth. The entire veneer process is virtually painless and can be completed quickly.

The veneers are reshaped and configured to the match the shape and size of the surrounding teeth for a perfect fit. During a veneer treatment, very little tooth structure is lost, which keeps the strength of the tooth and provides structural support for the veneer. Our Santa Monica cosmetic dentist will complete the veneer procedure accurately and safely. The decision to use veneers through cosmetic dentistry is a popular option to transform teeth imperfections and instantly create a new smile. Dr. Khoubnazar is an experienced and expert cosmetic dentist.