My Smile Makeover Blog

A collection of Smile Makeovers from all over the country

Monday, March 23, 2009

Gum Recontouring and Porcelain Veneers

New Jersey Porcelain veneer patient - before photo
Few people realize the importance a smile can play in everyday life. Misshapen or crooked teeth can negatively impact your appearance, possibly resulting in fewer job offerings, less opportunity for relationships and bad first impressions. With cosmetic dentistry becoming more affordable for the average consumer, more people are deciding on teeth straightening procedures at Aesthetic Dentistry of Bernardsville in New Jersey to improve their smile.

When Sally first came to Aesthetic Dentistry of Bernardsville, she was upset about her smile, knowing that her misshapen teeth was aging her face, making her appear older. After talking to Dr. Cheryl Tauriello about possible options including Invisalign, Sally ultimately decided on porcelain veneers to repair her smile.

New Jersey Porcelain veneer patient - close-up photo Dr. Cheryl Tauriello created Sally's veneers using the CEREC porcelain veneers for added strength and durability.

After the porcelain veneers were placed, Dr. Tauriello decided that Sally would also require gum recontouring to achieve the smile she wished.

To accomplish this, Dr Tauriello created a model of Sally's teeth to determine the most aesthetically correct position of her gum line. After finding the best gum contour in relation to her teeth, Dr. Tauriello used the diode laser to recontour the gums into the aesthetically correct position resulting in fantastic results and a satisfied patient.

New Jersey Porcelain veneer patient - After photoWith the many facets of dentistry, you don't have to be apprehensive about showing your smile, contact Aesthetic Dentistry of Bernardsville to schedule a cosmetic dentistry consultation in New Jersey today. We serve all of New Jersey including Newark and Bernardsville.

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Friday, January 23, 2009

Invisalign & Tooth Whitening Smile Makeover

Detroit Cosmetic Dentistry After PhotoScott was unhappy with his slightly misaligned and discolored teeth. He contacted Detroit Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Serra for a consultation. Dr. Serra explained the different cosmetic dentistry options for Scott's smile makeover.

Scott chose to have Invisalign to straighten his teeth without the use of traditional metal braces. After his teeth were straightened, he had his teeth whitened.

Invisalign is a set of clear plastic trays that are individually formed to the shape of your teeth. They slowly straighten your teeth. These trays take about six months to move your teeth in the desired position. Unlike, metal braces, Invisalign does not get in the way of your lifestyle. The trays are removed only for eating, brushing your teeth, and flossing.

Tooth whitening can be done in the office or with a take-home bleaching kit. Dr. Serra provides the Opalescence teeth whitening treatment. This is a powerful bleaching gel that penetrates the tooth enamel removing stains and discoloration.

Before Cosmetic Dentistry

Detroit Tooth Whitening Patient Before PhotoDetroit Cosmetic Dentistry Before PhotoIn his confidential consultation with Dr. Serra, Scott was able to discuss his smile makeover goals. Together, they designed a personalized treatment plan to help Scott achieve the results he desired.


After Cosmetic Dentistry

Detroit Cosmetic Dentistry After PhotoDetroit Tooth Whitening Patient After PhotoToday, Scott can confidentially show-off his smile. He is very happy with his results and enjoys every reason to smile.


If you live in the Detroit, Michigan area and wish to have a smile makeover consultation with Dr. Serra, please contact our cosmetic dentistry office.

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Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Teeth Whitening, Invisalign, and Porcelain Veneers Smile Makeover

Las Vegas Smile Makeover Patient After PhotoThis patient contacted Las Vegas Cosmetic Dentists Dr. Bryson and Dr. Margio for a smile makeover. She was unhappy with her smile. The gaps in her bite created problems with her jaw alignment and problems chewing.

Dr. Bryson and Dr. Margio created a smile makeover specifically for her needs. They suggested Invisalign to help straighten her teeth and correct the gaps. They also suggested porcelain veneers to create strong, beautiful front teeth. Lastly, they suggested teeth whitening for a brighter, natural smile.

Invisalign is a series of clear aligners that are worn in the mouth for several months. These aligners are custom-made for your mouth. You will receive a set of aligners that are worn for two weeks at a time. The aligners gently move the teeth into their proper position correcting the bite.

Porcelain veneers are thin shells of porcelain that are gently bonded to the front of your upper teeth. The porcelain becomes very strong and looks like natural teeth with natural color. They help correct many dental problems such as chips in teeth, stained teeth, and crooked teeth.

Teeth Whitening helps whiten and brighten a smile. You have a few options for whitening your teeth. There is an at-home tooth whitening kit where you have a custom-fit tray to wear at night with bleaching gel. You can also come in the office for Zoom! tooth whitening, which whitens your teeth up to eight shades brighter.

Before the Smile MakeoverLas Vegas Porcelain Veneers Patient Before Photo
The combination of Invisalign, porcelain veneers, and teeth whitening helped this Las Vegas cosmetic dentistry patient achieve her smile makeover goals.



After the Smile Makeover

Las Vegas Nevada Smile Makeover Patient After PhotoShe now has a new smile that she is comfortable to show off and does so whenever she has the chance. Her bite is aligned and her teeth are straight and bright. Her new smile has given her a younger look.


If you are in the Las Vegas, Nevada area and are interested in a smile makeover, please contact the cosmetic dentists at Las Vegas Beautiful Smiles. They will answer all of your smile makeover questions and work with you to create a plan to reach your cosmetic dentistry goals.

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Monday, November 10, 2008

Prosthodontics & Porcelain Veneers Smile Makeover

Prosthodontics help restore the natural beauty of your smile by replacing missing teeth. New Jersey Prosthodontist Dr. Green is experienced in this area of cosmetic dentistry. He helps many of his patients achieve their smile makeover goals with prosthodontics including denturs, dental bridges, and porcelain veneers.

Missing teeth cause many dental problems such as:
  • Missaligning your jaw
  • Shifting of teeth
  • Increasing the difficulty of chewing
  • Changing your facial appearance
Dr. Green offers solutions for your whole mouth and can replace any number of missing teeth you may have using prosthodontics. He has helped many patients with prosthodontics and will continue to help patients in Caldwell, Newark, Morris County, and Passaic, New Jersey.

This patient had many missing teeth that needed to be replaced. Dr. Green also used Invisalign to help straighten this patient's teeth.

Using Invisalign and prosthodontics, this patient's smile makeover helped him feel more confident in every day activities. His confidence increased and he began to smile more.

Please contact Dr. Green in New Jersey for a consultation about prosthodontics and Invisalign today. He will answer any questions you may have about cosmetic dentistry and he will help customize a smile makeover to meet your needs.

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Saturday, October 25, 2008

Porcelain Veneers & Invisalign Smile Makeover

Portland Porcelain Veneers Patient After PhotoJill is a patient of Portland Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Sue Wendling. She went to Dr. Wendling for a smile makeover. She explained her goals and discussed the options and procedures available at her initial consultation.

Jill had many options for whiter, straighter teeth including teeth whitening, but decided on porcelain veneers and Invisalign.

Porcelain veneers are made of dental grade porcelain and are bonded to the front of the teeth helping correct gaps, chips, and discoloration. Porcelain veneers help the teeth become stronger because of the layer of thin porcelain.

Invisalign was used on Jill's lower teeth to straighten them without the use of traditional metal braces. Jill was able to straighten her teeth by using clear trays shaped to her teeth. These trays were changed out every couple of weeks for a new tray. Invisalign gently moved her teeth into the desired position.

Before & After Photos of Jill's Smile Makeover


Jill Before the Smile Makover
Portland Invisalign Patient Before PhotoJill now has the confidence she wanted in her smile. She does not hesitate to show off her new look and she receives compliments from her friends, family, and neighborhood barista.



Jill After the Smile Makeover

Portland Porcelain Veneers After Patient Photo

"I love, love, love my teeth. They give me reason to smile bigger and bolder…and that will surely keep the barista's compliments coming for some time."



If you live in the Portland, Oregon area and would like to have an initial cosmetic dentistry consultation, please contact Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Wendling today. She will answer all of your porcelain veneers and Invisalign questions as well as help you decide what cosmetic dentistry procedures are right for you.

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