Porcelain Veneers for Tetracycline Stains
I have struggled with embarrassing tetracycline stains my whole life. I’m about to graduate college and have a job which will allow me to finally get my smile fixed. I spoke with my family dentist and he wants to do dental crowns. I’m a little leery of this because, other than the stains, my teeth are completely healthy. I’m not sure I want to grind them down. I asked about […]
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Does Teeth Whitening Cause Cavities?
I’ve been doing teeth whitening with this kit my dentist provided for me. But, now my teeth have started becoming sensitive. I looked online and it said teeth whitening can lead to cavities. Is that’s what is happening? Should I stop whitening? Meredith Dear Meredith, It seems like you’ve been given some half information. That can make things quite confusing for you. Your tooth enamel is extremely strong and loaded […]
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DURAthin Versus Lumineers— Which is Less Expensive
I’ve been researching the ultra-thin veneers in preparation for my smile makeover. I like the look on the pictures of DURAthin better than Lumineers but wondered if there is a significant cost difference. I can’t seem to find that information anywhere. Alanna Dear Alanna, I like that you are doing research, but I’d like to switch how you’re approaching it. Let’s start with the cost. The reason you can’t find […]
Read More Whiten Old Porcelain Veneers
I had porcelain veneers placed fifteen years ago. Mine have a natural stain on them because my dentist said all veneers are that way to make them look natural. This was before they could be made super white. I’d like to whiten them now. Does teeth whitening work or is there a different procedure to whiten them? Elaine Dear Elaine, Your dentist was mistaken about the color of the porcelain […]
Read More Solution for White Spots on Teeth
I’ve got some white spots on my teeth. My dentist provided some tooth mousse and wants me to get my teeth whitened. If whitening will solve the problem, do I really need the mousse? Kathleen Dear Kathleen, Teeth whitening is the worst thing you can do to aid with the white spots on your teeth. The whitening gel will whiten your entire tooth evenly. That means while your teeth will […]
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Are Dentures Really that Bad?
I don’t want any judgments. I went my entire childhood without dental care. My parents just didn’t have the money. I used to blame them, but now that I’m a parent I completely understand what it means to not have money. I had two kids by the time I was twenty-two. I spent all my money taking care of them. I started having a seriously painful toothache and went to […]
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Helping Your Teeth Survive Cancer
A cancer diagnosis can make time stop for a moment. Will you be there when your loved ones need you? How will you get through all the treatments? Then, there is all the information being thrown at you. Chemo, radiation, stem cell treatments. It can be absolutely overwhelming. One thing which tends to get overlooked during this influx of information is what these treatments do to your mouth. Patients who’ve […]
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Tetracycline Cases Require the Best Cosmetic Dentists
I feel like I am living a nightmare. I have pretty bad tetracycline stains that I had dreams of fixing. I suggested porcelain veneers, but my family dentist said in my case porcelain crowns are much better. My family dentist is very reputable so I trusted him. I have a great deal of regret about that now. He did six crowns. Next to my other teeth they look fake. Even […]
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Do I Need a Cosmetic Dentist for White Fillings?
I go to a decent family dentist. However, he’s more of a bread and butter type practice—function over form. I’ve been considering getting rid of my silver fillings for the mercury-free white fillings. My dentist says they’re perfectly safe, but I have my doubts. Even if I’m wrong, it will give me peace of mind to get rid of them. Will I need to switch to a cosmetic dentist for […]
Read More Are Lumineers Bad for Your Teeth?
I’ve been considering getting a smile makeover and have been doing some research. I am finally ready to jump forward and spoke to my dentist. He wants to place Lumineers which is why I’m writing to you. From what I can tell. Lumineers get very mixed reviews. Some people like them, some people hate them, and some say they destroyed their teeth. I was hoping to get porcelain veneers but […]
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