How long will my new smile last?

Your new smile will last for a long time provided they are well maintained. The procedures including restorations, veneers and crowns that have helped create the smile need to be checked regularly by the dentist. The patient also has to follow a strict hygiene and maintenance regime. Regular flossing to prevent secondary caries and avoiding food that can stain the teeth do help.


How important is your smile?

For me my smile is very important. When I pose this question to my patients their eyes light up and almost every one will start talking about how important their smile is to them. When we meet anyone the two most important parts of our face that create an instant impression are our eyes and our smile. Thankfully the dentist can now give you the perfect smile that you want. Smile designing is an art and science that deals with creating a perfect smile suited for your face. Every face is different, and the Cosmetic Dentist uses the Golden Proportion Rule to design a smile that will look best for your face.


Who is a good candidate for cosmetic dentistry?

Most patients are good candidates for cosmetic dentistry. This has to be confirmed by their Cosmetic Dentist. If you feel you have a Gummy Smile, uneven gum line with short teeth, puffy gums either due to pregnancy or due to some medicines, these can be corrected with Aesthetic Gum Contouring . This is a very minor surgical procedure that gives dramatic aesthetic results. Stained Teeth, minor spacing between teeth, minor crowding(crooked) and minor irregularities in the front teeth can be treated very beautifully with Porcelain Veneers. A comprehensive Smile Designing requires more elaborate planning and is a complete makeover of your smile.


Is cosmetic dentistry worth the time and the cost?

A beautiful smile is life changing. Every second and every penny spent on your own smile will go a long way to build a confident you. I see that in every patient of mine who have had cosmetic dental procedures done on themselves. They smile more and are happier as they get more compliments from their friends and family.