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What’s New in Cosmetic Dentistry?

Monday, February 6th, 2012

Cosmetic dentistry is constantly changing. We live in an age of tremendous advancements in both the Science and the Art of cosmetic dentistry. And in a sense, everything done in your mouth now, needs to be aesthetic. We live in an age where most of us no longer are willing to tolerate something ugly and hideous in our mouths, just for the sake of something functional.

In the past few years I have monitored the development and the success of some of our newer materials for dental crowns, porcelain veneers and implant crowns. For decades cosmetic dentistry has had a lot of trade offs. Meaning, that in the past you had to choose between something white or mildly aesthetic, or something durable. Now the strength of our white materials has finally reached levels where there are no longer any compromises to make those type of decisions.

With the proven success of dental crowns like Lava, Brux Zir, and other Zirconia type crowns, we are seeing the opportunity to place a white tooth anywhere in your mouth and have no limitations on the strength of it. Other materials like eMax are also providing amazing aesthetic results for front and back teeth.

While there are advancing materials for porcelain veneers, much of the final beauty and natural results come more from the thoughtful planning process and the technicians, than the actual material itself. To create amazing looking front teeth still depends upon master skills at design and ceramics. In our office we have a proven method to create amazing results! First we discuss exactly what changes you are wanting, then I create templates or simulations (like computer smile imaging) to create a representation of the new smile design. After that, you and I evaluate if that’s the look you are wanting.

From there we move from concept to prototype. A wax design is made, and then that design is built into your temporary smile. Here you can finally see it on yourself and decide what nuances you need changed. After this you will meet my master ceramist, Peter. He will help design the fine details that create an amazing, but still natural result. When the new porcelain veneers are fitted, you already know what they will look like, so there are no surprises.

So what’s new in cosmetic dentistry? Everything is new and better, and yet beautiful results still depend upon the old mainstays: a good conversation about what you want, a thoughtful design incorporating all of the features that affect your beauty and long-term results, and then the artful execution by experts.

Don’t be misled by all of the “new”things in cosmetic dentistry, amazing results are still created just for you, one patient at a time. When you are ready for your new smile, contact us to start your personalized journey.

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The Power of Cosmetic Dentistry

Tuesday, January 31st, 2012

The right plan for cosmetic dentistry takes you smoothly to the end result which is an amzing smile. When you get there you will be surprised at how good it feels. As a cosmetic dentist in Denver, I meet people all the time who are either underwhelmed with their smiles, or simply outright dislike them.

I am surprised at how many people I meet who do not like having their picture taken, or even don’t smile in the slightest when a picture is taken.

Contrast that to one of my patients who recently finished up some porcelain veneers. She started with a smile she really hated, and like those I mentioned at the start of this piece, she would not smile, nor show her teeth. In reality, she did not know how to smile, because she avoided it at all costs.

You would think she had been abducted by aliens if you met her now. She smiles a LOT, and frankly has a new found amount of self-confidence. You she she was already successful, but was embarrassed to show it. Once that internal geyser of confidence had a way to get out-it was powerful!

If you run out of the room when someone pulls out their camera, or just quickly seal your lips together, it’s time for a new way to live. Contact us today and see how much is inside you that’s ready to be released!

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Cosmetic Dentistry-Right Now!

Monday, December 19th, 2011

There is no better time to consider your smile than right now. Whether it’s a last minute gift of teeth whitening for someone, or just getting ready for the New Year, it’s time to consider how happy you are with your smile.

Right around the corner is the New Year. It’s a time to contemplate what went well in 2011, and what you want to accomplish in 2012. Study after study confirms that a great smile is one of the things people notice most about you. Take a couple of minutes, stare into your mirror, or ask someone who’s opinion you really value, and see what you think. Take a minute and write down what you think your smile says (or ask your friend).

 

Does your smile say:

• Attractive?
• Confident?
• Happy?
• Self-Assured?
• Sexy?
• Successful?

If you found other descriptions that you weren’t excited about, then now is the time to visit your Denver cosmetic dentist, Dr. Scott Greenhalgh, DDS and see how to get the smile you’re hoping for. Who knows? It may just open the doors to your best year ever!

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Answers about Cosmetic Dentistry

Saturday, May 28th, 2011

In cosmetic dentistry in denver, a huge part of my practice is about communication with my patients: what they are expecting from me, what will happen next in their care, what it will look like, what to be concerned about. I think the art of cosmetic dentistry is part making beautiful smiles, and the other part helping people feel really confident and assured on their journey.

I am spending some time answering patients’ questions on another website. There is a LOT of misinformation out there. I see a lot of uncertainty and disappointment in the experiences of other patients. At this stage in my cosmetic dentistry career, I am getting more and more patients who have had some sort of veneers or a smile makeover completed, but have disappointments or problems that need to be corrected.

The key to cosmetic dentistry is to have clear communication about what is going to happen, and what the results will be. As a patient, having very clear expectations and explaining them to the cosmetic dentist and his staff is the place to start. State very clearly what you want to change or improve. I see a lot of people who seem to want a certain treatment (for example,  Lumineers or Zoom teeth whitening), but don’t get stuck on a brand name, think about what type of change it made and why you want that.

As a cosmetic dentist, my job is to listen well, and then find the most direct, comfortable  way possible to deliver what you’ve asked for. As summer is on us, now is the time to see if your smile is everything you’ve imagined.

If not, let’s start the conversation.

With great listening and clear conversations, you will get impressive results!

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