One of the first things people notice about you is your smile. Studies have shown that a person's appearance has a strong effect on their social and career success. Your teeth's appearance has a dramatic effect on your attractiveness to others and your own self-image and self-esteem. If your teeth are chipped, stained, or crooked you are hiding the real you. A beautiful smile can brighten your life both professionally and socially. Isn't it time for a smile make over?
Imagine coming in for a single appointment and emerging with the smile you've always wanted without the pain, strain, and time away from your busy life. Technological advancements in natural-looking, tooth-colored dental materials make today's cosmetic dental treatments more durable and predictable than ever before. Cosmetic dental procedures at the midtown Manhattan cosmetic dentistry offices of Forever Teeth have become more common, less invasive, and more effective in correcting deformities and cosmetic dental problems. Dr. Chernin, a New York cosmetic dentist offers many options for people who are unhappy with their smile. The results are immediate and dramatic. Ugly teeth are no longer a matter of fate.
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"What is Tooth Reshaping?"
Tooth reshaping also known as contouring is one of a few instant treatments now available in cosmetic dentistry. Dental reshaping and contouring is a cosmetic procedure to correct crooked teeth, chipped teeth, cracked teeth or even overlapping teeth in just one session. The dental contouring can even be a substitute for braces under certain circumstances. It is also a procedure of subtle changes that can result in beautiful smiles, with little to no discomfort.
"What is Enamel Shaping?"
Enamel shaping is a cosmetic procedure that removes parts of the contouring enamel to improve the appearance of the tooth. Dr. Chernin, a New York cosmetic dentist, uses enamel shaping to correct very small chips.
"What is Full Mouth Reconstruction?"
Full mouth reconstruction is a necessary cosmetic procedure used to correct functional problems with a patients bite, muscles, teeth and bone structure. If you are a candidate for full mouth reconstruction Dr. Chernin, a licensed dentist in New York and her staff at the midtown Manhattan cosmetic care offices of Forever Teeth, can provide you with durable, functional and clinically sound treatments that produce natural cosmetic results.
"What is a Full Smile Makeover?"
A full smile makeover using advanced cosmetic dentistry includes a comprehensive assessment of your smile esthetics in order to improve its overall appearance. Typically one or more dental cosmetic procedures, such as porcelain laminates, dental implants, gingival sculpting and teeth whitening, will be required for both the upper and lower arches in order for patients to achieve beautiful smiles.
"What are Inlays and Onlays?"
Inlays and onlays also known as indirect fillings are made from porcelain or composite materials. They are a long-lasting cosmetic procedure that provides a "filling" to teeth with tooth decay or similar structural damage. Whereas dental fillings are molded into place within the mouth during a dental visit, inlays and onlays are created in a dental laboratory before being fitted and adhesively bonded into place by Dr. Chernin, a licensed dentist in New York.
"What is a Gum Lift?"
A gum lift is a dental cosmetic procedure that raises and sculpts the gum line. The procedure involves reshaping the tissue and/or underlying bones to create the appearance of longer or more symmetrical teeth.
"What is a Dental Bridge?"
A dental bridge is part of a tooth extraction care cosmetic procedure used to replace one or more missing teeth. A fixed bridge is fused between two porcelain crowns that are attached to healthy teeth on either side of the false tooth. Fixed bridges cannot be taken out of your mouth as you might do with removable partial dentures. In areas of your mouth that are under less stress, such as your front teeth, a cantilever bridge can be used. Cantilever bridges are used when there are teeth on only one side of the open space. Bridges can reduce your risk of gum disease, help correct some bite issues and even improve your speech. Bridges require your commitment to serious oral health, but can last as much as ten years or more.
"Can Teeth Whitening Help My Smile?"
A dazzling smile isn't just for celebrities anymore. Many people today have teeth that are often stained from smoking, food, coffee, and tea, red wine or general poor oral hygiene. Dr. Chernin, a cosmetic dentist in New York and the midtown Manhattan dental care staff at Forever Teeth can treat discolored, stained or aging teeth with our state-of-the-art whitening process. This cosmetic procedure can be completed in just over an hour in our office, or you can choose an at-home treatment. Teeth whitening involve the placement of a bleaching solution on the teeth to eliminate stains and discoloration. The solution is held in place by a custom-made, see-through tray that fits over the teeth – much like a mouthpiece worn by a professional boxer. Bleaching is a safe, effective and relatively easy means of producing a natural white teeth smile. Two bleaching methods are available at Forever Teeth, our New York smile makeover dental services center: Power Bleaching with a Laser, done at our midtown Manhattan office, and an At-Home-Bleaching, which provides for home use. The At-Home-Bleaching we provide should not be confused with over-the-counter bleaching products available in your local drug stores. Our products are much stronger and show results much faster. Sensitive teeth, or those that are chipped, eroded or weakened by cavities, need to be repaired or protected before they are bleached.
"Are Porcelain Veneers Right for Me?"
Think of porcelain veneers as a manicure for your smile. When teeth require significant changes in their shape or contour, veneers may be the answer. Small or misshapen teeth can be built up to regain a more natural appearance, gaps between teeth can be closed and teeth that are too short can be lengthened. They can disguise teeth discoloration such as tetracycline, an antibiotic given to women in the 60’s and 70’s during pregnancy, which has been known to stain or discolor teeth. Porcelain veneers can also be used to correct teeth that have been worn from clenching and grinding. At Forever Teeth we can use porcelain veneers to change the shape and color of a single tooth or, if necessary, revamp an entire smile.
Veneers are ultra-thin shells of porcelain that are custom-made and bonded over your natural teeth. Dr. Chernin, a licensed dentist in New York and the midtown Manhattan dental care staff at Forever Teeth can change the shape, color and length of your teeth within just two visits. At the first appointment, your teeth are prepared and an impression is made of them. Temporary veneers are made out of plastic and placed on your teeth. They are used to protect your teeth while the real porcelain veneer is being fabricated. The temporary veneers also allow you to evaluate the look and feel so that any desired changes can be incorporated into the permanent version of the veneers. At the second appointment, Dr. Chernin will remove the temporary veneers and bond the porcelain veneer to your teeth. Dental cement is applied between the dental veneers and tooth. Although they are thin, a porcelain veneer is much stronger than the composite veneer and considerably more durable and stain-resistant than bonding. The result is beautiful smiles and long lasting healthy teeth. You’ll wonder why you waited so long.
"What to Expect with Composite Veneers?"
Composite veneers can be done within one appointment. Dr. Chernin, a cosmetic dentist in New York, actually makes the composite veneer directly on the prepared tooth. The composite veneer is then smoothed and polished to look like your natural teeth. Since it takes only one appointment, patients can have brand new beautiful smiles the same day. A disadvantage of composite veneers is they are not as strong as their porcelain counterparts and therefore are more prone to fracture. Additionally, the color is not as stable as porcelain veneers. Over time the composite veneers may get darker or even turn yellow.
"What is the Composition of Porcelain Dental Crowns?"
When the size of a “filling” exceeds a certain proportion of the tooth, it must be replaced with a “cap” also called a “crown”. Porcelain crowns serve two important functions. It restores the appearance of your teeth and your face. If your tooth is severely decayed or cracked, Dr. Chernin, a licensed dentist in New York, will need to restore it prior to preparing a crown. Teeth also support the muscles in our faces, so anything less than a full tooth may affect the way you look. A crown will be the same size and shape as the natural tooth. As a result, it will keep your jaw and bite aligned. It will also make sure that other teeth don’t shift locations or take on a greater share of the work of biting and chewing.
At the New York cosmetic dental care offices of Forever Teeth our dental crowns are most often made of gold or porcelain. Some people prefer not to use gold because it stands out from the other teeth in appearance. Crowns can also be made of stainless steel, but those crowns are often temporary and not designed for long-term wear. Porcelain crowns are usually built on a metal base, which fits snugly over the natural tooth. Porcelain crowns are so carefully matched in color; they cannot be distinguished from your natural healthy teeth. Many people choose porcelain crowns for their cosmetic appearance and the confidence of a beautiful smile. New materials are now available that allow the use of “all-ceramic” crowns, which reflect light and give a beautiful life-like appearance with a natural healthy glow.
Once your crown is in place, make sure the area is brushed well and that you floss below the gum line. While the crown protects your remaining tooth from further decay, you must protect the base of the crown from bacterial growth, gum disease and jaw bone deterioration. Regular brushing and flossing as you would your natural teeth will ensure that your crown will be part of your continued oral health for years to come.
"How Long do Dental Implants Last?"
Implants are artificial tooth root replacements that are used as a part of a dental prosthetic that are permanently anchored into the jaw in order to compensate for tooth loss. Often the result is not only an enhanced smile, but also a more youthful appearance, since the missing teeth cause the face to drop, making you look older. To qualify for dental implants the patient will need healthy oral tissues and can not have jaw bone deterioration along the ridges. If you are suffering from tooth loss, talk with Dr. Chernin at her New York cosmetic dental care office in midtown Manhattan about whether implants are an option for you.
"What is Dental Bonding?"
Bonding is a dental cosmetic procedure whereby an enamel-like composite material is applied to a tooth’s surface, sculpted into shape, contoured and hardened with a high-intensity light and then polished. The result is a restoration that blends invisibly with the remainder of the surrounding tooth structure and the rest of your natural teeth to create healthy beautiful smiles and improve oral health. Chipped, broken, discolored or decayed teeth can be repaired using this composite bonding procedure. Dr. Chernin a licensed dentist in New York uses dental bonding to sculpt individual teeth with a special tooth-like material that looks acts and feels like the real thing. Dental bonding is an affordable, quick and painless way to repair many cosmetic flaws or injuries.
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