Hi, I talked to my general dentist about getting dental implants, and he gave me a quote for the procedure. He referred me to a periodontist for the placement. The periodontist’s quote included bone grafts and other things my general dentist didn’t mention. His quote was nearly two times as much as my initial quote! […]
How do I know which type of porcelain veneer is right for me?
When people want a smile makeover that gives a beautiful, celebrity-like smile, porcelain veneers are the direction they turn. Porcelain veneers are thin ceramic coatings applied to the teeth. They are designed to match the color and clarity of the natural teeth. The veneers cover the front of the teeth and wrap around the sides […]
Porcelain veneers are not centered
I recently received porcelain veneers from my dentist. I had no idea that it would have been best to have seen a cosmetic dentist for this procedure. I am now realizing that my veneers are not straight. As I am researching on my own, I am learning that I should not have gone to my […]
Best mouthwash to use with porcelain veneers?
I have new porcelain veneers and could not be happier. My smile is beautiful and I am constantly receiving compliments. I want to do all I can to maintain this smile (and protect my investment), by ensuring that I’m caring for my veneers as best I can. Is there a particular mouthwash that is best? […]
My porcelain veneers are so shiny, they bling!
I have a love/hate relationship with my new porcelain veneers. I had just two veneers put on my top front teeth because my teeth were a little crooked and a little small for me. The dentist, whom I thought I had done my due diligence in finding, is very kind and had some good suggestions. […]
Should I fix a crooked tooth or pull it?
My boyfriend and I can’t come to an agreement. I have a tooth on the top next to my front one that is turned sideways and is behind the others. I think the easiest and cheapest way to fix it is to just pull the tooth. My boyfriend doesn’t think that’s a good idea and […]
What if my porcelain veneer falls off and shows a nub?
I haven’t loved the coloring of my teeth or the fact that they are a little crooked on the top for a long time. I have considered braces and teeth whitening. After telling my brother my thoughts, he suggested I look into porcelain veneers instead of both braces and whitening. I’m really nervous to do […]
Does the dark line over my tooth mean the crown is falling off?
When I was a teenager I fell and hit one of my front teeth. After a while, it started changing color and growing darker. My dentist put a crown on top of it. Especially as a teen and being very self-conscious of my smile, that crown was heaven sent. It looked so much better than the […]
Can I replace just one of the several porcelain veneers on my front teeth?
I have a question about my porcelain veneers. I’ve had veneers on all my front teeth for about 16 years and they have been great. I haven’t had any problems until a couple of weeks ago when one started to feel a little loose. I have moved since I had the porcelain veneers put on, […]
Is getting dental implants in Costa Rica a good option?
At my last visit with my dentist, he suggested dental implants to help me fix my smile. I have since seen two different cosmetic dentists and researched several others online and can’t swing the price they are asking to do it. But in my research, I found a place in Costa Rica which sounds like […]