Cosmetic Dentistry Today
Until fairly recently, most people were satisfied if their teeth were straight and free of stains, chips or other obvious imperfections. Today, the combination of Hollywood glamour and advances in cosmetic dentistry has led to what might be called smile inflation.
People often want their teeth to be perfectly uniform and dazzlingly white.
No one′s sure how many cosmetic dental procedures are performed annually in the United States. Since 1996, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry has doubled its ranks to about 4,700 members. More than 95 percent of dentists offer bleaching products and virtually all dentists perform some types of cosmetic services.
Dentistry for cosmetic purposes is rarely covered by insurance. Despite the cost and inconvenience, though, many people realise that a beautiful smile is just as important as having nice clothes or attractive hair. Models, public relations executives and others who spend their careers in the public eye, are well aware that a high–wattage smile is as much of a job requirement as showing up at work on time.
Advances in cosmetic dentistry techniques have also made it possible for dentists to repair damaged teeth without using amalgam or other unattractive metals.
Dentistry — Good As New
Dentists have been doing cosmetic restorations for decades, but the the early composite resins materials that were used tended to stain, chip and change color over time, which limited their use.
New composite resins made by Dr Burstein, are virtually invisible fillings. Porcelain veneers and high–strength resin cements are stronger, long–lasting and do not change color over time. A few decades ago, people who chipped or broke a tooth either lived with it or had a crown (also called a cap) installed, a time–consuming and often expensive procedure. Crowns still are used sometimes, but it′s often possible topatch
minor imperfections, chips or fractured teeth with bonding composite resin that can be smoothed and color–matched to the surrounding teeth.
virtual restorationson a computer screen. A patient who is thinking about having work done can see what the results will look like before he or she makes the decision to go forward.
Hollywood Cosmetic Dentist
Dr Oswald Burstein DDS - Providing services in cosmetic dentistry and dental restorations to the areas of Sherman Oaks, San Fernando Valley, Studio City, Encino, Van Nuys, Tarzana, Toluca Lake, Woodland Hills, and North Hollywood, California.
14652 Ventura Blvd. Suite 200 Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Ph. 818-906-1122 | Fx. 818-906-0786
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