Putting Your Best Face Forward
03/14/2008
Image by Milika Sekulic
By Dr. Steven Goldy
Ever heard the saying "only you can make yourself happy"? It might be a cliché, but it is true. What exactly does it take to be happy?
More money, a better job, nicer car, bigger house, someone who loves you? Maybe, but first and foremost it takes a positive self image. A survey of adults by the American Psychological Association has shown that the most important factor to happiness and well-being is self-esteem.
One of the factors that affect your self-esteem is the way you look. People react positively to a beautiful, confident smile. Crooked, chipped, stained or broken teeth can cause you to feel uncomfortable and withdraw socially. Also, many people who are unhappy with their smile actually learn NOT to smile, or how to best hide their teeth when they talk and smile. With the latest cosmetic dental techniques – such as porcelain veneers – it’s easy to correct your smile. And it’s quite affordable with the payment plans most cosmetic dentists offer.
Having your smile made over with veneers usually takes three office visits and costs between $1200 to $2,000 per tooth. In the first visit, we plan your new smile with you. Often we use computer imaging to help show you the smile that we envision; along with 3 dimensional diagnostic study models.
Together we decide on the size, shape, color and type of veneers that will best complement your face shape. Then we prepare the teeth by removing a small amount of enamel to accommodate the veneer. At this time we place temporary veneers to protect the teeth while the permanent veneers are made in the laboratory.
Because porcelain veneers are custom made you can improve much more than just the color of your teeth. Crooked and chipped teeth can be improved so that you have a beautiful smile.
Sometimes we can achieve the appearance of 2 to 3 years of orthodontic tooth movement in just 2 visits carried out over a few weeks time! What you do need is a cosmetic dentist with the skill, precision, and artistry to create just the right porcelain veneers for you, so you get the best result.
When your permanent veneers are ready, you come back for your third appointment. Your smile makeover is complete and you leave with the beautiful, confident smile you’ve always wanted.
This is often a life changing experience and the most rewarding part of my profession.
Author Bio:
Dr. Steven Goldy, DDS is a cosmetic dentist practicing in Beverly Hills. His approach to cosmetic dentistry is founded in his belief that everyone deserves to have the best possible oral health and a confident smile. You reach Dr. Goldy at 310 550 1511. His office is located at 416 N.
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