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No matter where you live, in New York, Los Angeles, Tokyo or even St. Petersburg, a smile makeover will change your smile by improving the color and shape of your teeth, changing the appearance of your gums or lips, helping to improve your bite and giving you the revered “Hollywood Star Smile” that the celebrities you love are famous for.
You might be surprised to learn just how quickly and comfortably your smile can be transformed.
The first step before starting smile makeover is a complete and thorough examination by Dr Stan to determine your oral health. Any dental health issues such as cavities or gum disease will be addressed and corrected before any cosmetic work begins.
To complete your smile makeover, we will develop a dental treatment plan customized to meet your aesthetic goals. A smile makeover to one person could mean something very different to another person and it is a completely individual choice.
This dental cosmetic treatment plan may consist of many cosmetic and functionally restorative procedures, potentially including orthodontics, teeth whitening, dental bonding, dental veneers, dental crowns, oral maxillofacial surgery, and gummy smile reduction. A smile makeover involves one or more cosmetic dental or facial rejuvenation procedures to improve the aesthetics of your smile in a way that you want.
In all smile makeover cases, gum tissue provides not only the aesthetic framework but is the foundation that will hold your teeth and all the restorative dental work (dental crown, dental bridge, dental veneers) together permanently. Dr Stan will ensure that prior to any dental costmetic treatements, that good gum health is evident and will be maintained.
Smile makeover procedures may be supplemented with a combination of root canal treatment, dental braces (orthodontics), and periodontal (gum) surgery.
Your dental cosmetic procedure of smile makeover will be determined by type of procedures required to enhance your smile. It may be as simple as one-hour smile teeth whitening to more dramatic changes such as Porcelain Veneers to create a white smile and straight teeth.
There are no known complications associated with a smile makeover as long as you take care of your oral hygiene.
The Results of a Smile Makeover
The results of a cosmetic dentistry smile makeover are immediately visible and positively felt after treatment. Your smile is straight, white and even. Having a smile makeover may even alleviate pain previously experienced with biting or chewing.
A new study, published in the latest issue of The Cochrane Library, has found that the treatment of serious disease of the gums in people who suffer from diabetes helps to reduce their levels of blood sugar. Scientists from the University of Edinburgh and supported by colleagues at the Peninsula Dental School, the University of Ottawa and UCL Eastman Dental Institute, have discovered that reducing inflammation of the gums in people who suffer from diabetes may help to minimize the complications they have with diabetes.
Their findings suggest that the treatment of periodontal disease can reduce blood sugar levels in Type 2 diabetes, although there was not enough available evidence to support the same benefit for those with Type 1 diabetes.
A team of dental researchers from Canada said that their findings highlighted the need for dentists and doctors to work together in the treatment of people with diabetes.
Terry Simpson, lead author at the Edinburgh Dental Institute, said that this research confirms that there may be a connection between people who suffer from serious disease of the gums and people who suffer from diabetes.
The findings are key because many patients and health care professionals do not necessarily make the association between the treatment of gum disease and the control of blood sugar levels.
The most critical aspect of the management of diabetes is by far is the utilization of diet, drugs, and insulin to control the levels of blood sugar, however, maintaining proper dental health is one thing that healthcare professionals and patients alike also need to recognize.
Type 1 diabetes is the type of diabetes that typically develops in children and young adults. In Type 1 diabetes the body stops making insulin and the blood glucose level goes very high. Treatment to control the blood glucose level is with insulin injections and a healthy diet.
Type 2 diabetes occurs mainly in people aged over 40, although it is affecting a growing number of younger people. The ‘first-line’ treatment is diet, weight control and physical activity.
Crooked teeth in dulthood are no longer an IssueBraces for Adults
As we age, our teeth shift and move and with invisible braces (Invisalign) braces are now a great option for many people who are unhappy with their crooked teeth.
Previously, the most traditional option was fixed braces which attached to the front of teeth, and moved by manipulating connective wires. Fixed braces usually take between nine months and two years to fully work. After this time, the adult braces are removed and the patient is left to wear a retainer, which is usually barely visible for some period of time, Fixed braces are the most visible type of braces making them unpopular among adults.
Another fixed braces for adults option is lingual braces. These are fixed to the back of teeth and are nearly invisible. However, such braces for adult can be more painful and uncomfortable than traditional fixed braces.
Finally, there are new, clear braces for adults that are not fixed to the teeth and are called Invisalign. These braces for adults are worn for at least eighteen hours per day and removed during meals. Every few weeks, the braces are exchanged for a new, modified set. While invisible braces are effective, they generally only work for people with mild to moderate bite problems.
You are never too old for braces. People of any age can benefit from these devices and achieve the beautiful smile they have always dreamed of. So, if you are unhappy with your teeth, make it a point to come in and see us and let us help you get your Unforgettable Smile
Dental veneers are custom-designed shells of tooth-like ceramic material that, when applied over the surface of a tooth, can cover worn tooth enamel, uneven tooth alignment or spacing and chips or cracks.
Dental veneers fall into the category of cosmetic dentistry because they create a bright, white smile with beautifully aligned, shapely teeth. Even better, the translucent ceramic quality of today's veneers provides a more natural look than what's been available in the past.
Regardless of what causes unattractive teeth, dental veneers may solve most or even all of your cosmetic dental issues, including:
When are Veneers Appropriate?
Bonding often serves as an inexpensive and effective restoration for small chips and cracks in the teeth. Such minor problems may be functionally and cosmetically repaired with a composite “white filling.” A composite resin material is bonded to the tooth in order to fill in the chip or crack and better protect the surrounding tooth structure. But for more severe cases of dullness, wear, discoloration, mild chipping, cracking, spacing, or uneven teeth, dental veneers may be recommended as a more appropriate solution.
Veneers or Whitening?
Teeth whitening may provide a white smile for mildly discolored teeth.
The placement of dental veneers requires the “shaping” or “prepping” of all teeth being fitted with the custom-designed shells. This process permanently alters the teeth that are treated and is therefore not recommended if your natural teeth are functionally and esthetically adequate.
If you have a severe case of dull or discolored teeth, you may have to opt for dental veneers. Veneers do have the added benefits of longevity and a proven ability to enhance the appearance of the mouth, smile, and possibly other areas of an aged face that would be better supported by properly shaped teeth. Although veneers require a much larger commitment than teeth whitening, the results are typically well worth it.
A Restorative Benefit to Veneers
In addition to being esthetically pleasing, dental veneers can also serve a functional purpose by protecting the surface of a damaged tooth. In some cases, veneers may replace the need for a dental crown, eliminating the need for more invasive tooth preparation.
Because dental veneers are so thin, they might require little-to-no tooth reshaping when bonded onto the tooth. Once veneers are bonded into place, they are relatively strong and durable; however, care must be taken so as not to abuse veneers because the thin porcelain shells can damage or break. Your dentist may advise you against certain uses or dietary tendencies (such as eating carrots) and may recommend you wear a protective appliance while your sleep, especially if you grind.
Tooth extraction is quite common due to poor dental health and gum disease. Leaving the missing tooth space empty may not sound too serious, but the consequences of not filling in the space from the missing tooth can include:
In many situations, a dental implant is the most pleasingly esthetic solution for replacing the missing tooth. An all-ceramic dental crown or dental bridge, secured to a dental implant, provides a complete and beautiful solution for improving your smile. A dental implant takes the place of the missing tooth’s root and helps prevent the above consequences.
WHERE ART AND SCIENCE UNITE
The Art of "Unforgettable Smiles"
Providing some of the most beautiful smiles in Hollywood, and located on Bedford Drive in the heart of Beverly Hills, Dr Joseph Stan specializes in a wide range of cosmetic procedures with a 24-48 hour turnaround time.
Having performed thousands of Cosmetic Procedures to date, and having personally placed over 6000 implants, Dr. Joseph Stan is one of the most renowned and experienced Cosmetic Dental Specialist in Los Angeles and the world. Ranging from high quality Porcelain Veneers to Teeth Whitening and Cosmetic Tooth Contouring, and with a special focus on implant placement, some of the most famous smiles in Hollywood have been created by Dr Stan.
Dr Stan is dedicated to providing his patients with Unforgettable Smiles to last a lifetime. Through our multi-specialty dental center, we offer patients same-day cosmetic and restorative procedures to ensure exceptional results. At our office, with our specialized Sleep/Sedation Dentistry Procedures, our patients gently nod off for a few hours and wake up with a magnificent new smile that is truly ‘unforgettable’.
With global recognition, and a reputation as one of the most proficient and respected Dental Specialists in Cosmetic Dentistry and Dental Implantology, Dr Stan consults with patients locally, interstate and abroad. He combines his extensive 15 years of experience in cosmetic and implant dentistry with flawless artistic expertise – delivering the level of result where art and science truly unite.
Because no two smiles are alike Dr. Stan designs his client’s smiles to suit their age, gender and facial contours, in order to satisfy their expectations of a brilliant smile. Patients locally, interstate and from all over the world confer with him to custom design their Unforgettable Smiles.
If you are looking to see your favorite star or if you just want to experience Los Angeles the way the celebrities do, spend a weekend with us in Beverly Hills, getting your Beverly Hills Smile Makeover by Dr Stan, and still have time to experience one of the world’s best neighborhoods. Spot your favorite celebs, and enjoy all the shopping, dining, dancing and entertainment that Beverly Hills has to offer.
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