New York NY Cosmetic Dentist - Sometimes, it takes a traumatic event to help one decide to improve their smile. This Patient fractured an existing crown. She decided to replace just the 2 front crowns. It was interesting to find out that the previous DDS had replaced the crowns twice. Still, the result was less than optimal and more importantly,it was not acceptable to the Patient.

After many years of thinking about "fixing her front teeth" it was finally decided upon. First step in correcting this less than ideal smile, was to wax up a diagnostic model to the ideal proportions and fabricate a clear plastic stent that would enable us to transfer the ideal to the patient's mouth. This technique is crucial, as it allows the patient to preview the proposed changes to the smile, before it is finalized in the form of porcelain veneers or laminates. Our goal was to complete onl...

After large fillings , it is common for the nerve in a tooth to die. Often, the tooth will discolor. In this situation, the patient was concerned about the discoloration. We found that the nerve had died. After root canal therapy , we placed a highly aesthetic crown to perfectly match the surrounding natural teeth.

Our teeth can be the culmination of many years of Dental Treatment. Having seen the effects of time on old composite resins(white fillings), old silver amalgam fillings and even old porcelain fused to metal crowns. The end result can be quite unsightly, especially if they are in the aesthetic zone. New strides in Dental Materials, with life like porcelains and highly polishable and durable composite resins, have enabled the cosmetic dentist to recreate a more youthful appearance.

This fine fellow came in for his 6th month cleaning appointment 2mo. prior to his daughter's Bat Mitzvah. He decided that he was interested in preserving his Dentition and if that would make them look better, great, that was an added bonus. So, we had a lot to address. Because he had lost the ability to know exactly where his teeth should be in function, they were continually grinding away. Our job, was to provide a definite stop and add features which would reduce or eliminate the grinding dama...

This friendly fellow came to us requesting to save the fractured teeth shown in the before photo. We unfortunately were unable to do that. So, we fabricated a strong aesthetic bridge to close the gaps and support the remaining teeth. The result was splendid and the patient was thrilled. Now we have to continue to monitor the patent's oral hygiene, as it is easy to slip back into old habits.