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Have you ever smiled in the mirror…

And wondered, what if... What if your teeth were less prominent, or just a bit more even, or maybe that missing chip was back in its place? Cosmetic dentistry isn't “just for movie stars” or “just for women.” Typically it’s very conservative treatment that returns huge dividends in personal self-confidence. Today we have new materials and techniques that can put a super smile within everyone’s reach. For example, porcelain onlays and inlays can return structural integrity to damaged teeth, while leaving them looking as [...]

Porcelain Veneers: Get The Perfect Smile!

Porcelain veneers are one of the premier cosmetic dentistry treatments used by movie stars, beauty queens, and politicians for many years. Now, more and more, everyday people are choosing them as well. When your teeth's appearance is less than ideal, veneers can hide imperfections and completely transform your look. And not just teeth, getting porcelain veneers can help people to smile more, provide a boost of self-confidence, and actually help you feel better too! How Do Porcelain Veneers Work? Veneers are thin pieces of [...]

Getting Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain Veneers to Enhance Your Teeth Repair minor imperfections or completely transform your smile! Porcelain veneers are one of the ways cosmetic dentistry can make your teeth look great! We can use a single veneer to fix minor imperfections, or completely transform your smile with veneers on all your prominent visible teeth. Nobody (but your dentist) knows the shape of teeth underneath. Or their irregularities. Or their stains. For a consultation on porcelain veneers, contact our office at (916) 483-5900. How it Works: Super-thin, [...]

Are You Grinding Your Teeth?

What is Bruxism? Bruxism is the clenching or grinding of teeth. It's a fairly common habit with about 1 in 3 exhibiting the behavior, yet most don't even realize they're affected. That's partly because bruxism can occur while sleeping at night, but also because the habit develops subconsciously, usually due to stress or anxiety. Recognizing the problem is the first step, and many patients can make great improvements by simply learning to position teeth, tongue, and lips properly. Some people mistakenly believe that teeth [...]