A patient today asked me to explain what a porcelain veneer is and how it works. A veneer is a very thin piece of very strong porcelain that is placed on the front surface of a tooth. They are used to achieve a cosmetic goal such as brightening the smile, correcting poor alignment, or to lengthen the teeth. Because they are cosmetic, they are usually done on the upper or lower front teeth.
What dental procedure is the most beneficial to the patient?
A patient recently asked me what dental procedure is the most beneficial to the patient. The patient knows that I perform many procedures from crowns, veneers, and implants to white fillings. Although every patient’s needs are different, I would say that dental cleanings and exam (good old-fashioned checkup!) is the most important.
Six Porcelain Crowns
This is a great patient who had a great cosmetic makeover with six porcelain crowns. She was unhappy with the color and shape of her front teeth. We were able to give her a beautiful smile in just two visits. Both myself and the patient are proud of the result and we are both happy to share it with you.
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Invisalign Before/After
This is a great patient who had a great result using Invisalign. Her four upper front teeth were overlapped. She wanted to straighten them and improve her smile. We were able to give her a new smile with Invisalign in about 12 months. Both the patient and myself are proud of the result and we are both happy to share it online.
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Top Dentist 2009
I just want to thank everyone who helped vote me one of the “Top Dentist of the Main Line” for 2009. The fact that our patients took the time to think of me and vote for me is truly flattering. Thank you so much for your confidence and support.
