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By Dr.Okuda
July 22, 2014
Tags: Veneers   porcelain veneers  
Have you ever wondered how nearly everyone in Hollywood has a flawless, radiant smile? It sort of seems unfair that all those incredibly talented people were also gifted with killer sets of pearly whites. While it’s entirely possible that Hollywood hunks and starlets were born with naturally perfect teeth, more than a few have confessed to owing their smiles to various forms of cosmetic dentistry. For many actors and actresses—such as Katie Holmes, Zac Efron, Katherine Heigl, and Hilary Duff—no red carpet look is complete without a set of porcelain veneers.
 

What are Veneers?

Veneers are customized shells made to fit over the natural teeth. The shells are bonded to the teeth with a special resin, instantly transforming the appearance of a smile. They can be made from many different materials, but by far, porcelain is the most sought-after option. The benefits of porcelain veneers include: Veneers
  • Veneers offer a more natural appearance.
  • Veneers can be customized to match the color of existing teeth.
  • Veneers resist stains more effectively than other materials or even natural teeth.
We routinely use veneers to fix a number of unwanted smile characteristics. Most often, Honolulu patients are seeking a way to hide teeth that are discolored, either due to their age or because of dental procedures like fillings or root canal treatment. Veneers can be designed to restore the shape of teeth that are worn down, chipped, or broken. They can also be utilized to hide large gaps in the teeth.
 

With Veneers, You Too Can Have the Smile of Your Dreams

If you’ve ever thought about cosmetic dentistry, now is the time to seek it out. With great smiles come great confidence, and you too, have access to star-quality treatment at The Day Dental Spa of Hawaii. Applying a set of veneers to the teeth usually takes about two to three trips to the dentist, and no one will make you feel more comfortable or special throughout your treatment than Honolulu dentist Wynn Okuda. He is one of only 63 dentists in the world who is an Accredited Fellow by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) and has over twenty-five of experience in the industry.
 
What are you waiting for? Our world-class cosmetic services are truly something to smile about. To learn more about cosmetic dentistry in the Honolulu area, pick up the phone and call (808) 734-1099 today to schedule a complimentary consultation!
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By admin
September 23, 2013
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One question I have heard a lot lately from my new patients…. “Is a veneer as strong as a crown?” It reminded me why porcelain veneers were created. Porcelain veneers were created to provide patients with a conservative alternative to fully crowning teeth. However, the public started hearing about the esthetic benefits of porcelain veneers with a well publicized television program called “Extreme Makeover”.  I utilize porcelain veneers in my practice to provide my patients with a conservative option of using a porcelain veneer versus a porcelain crown.  When preparing a tooth for a veneer, we prepare the front and sides of the tooth and the back remains your own natural tooth.  For patients that have old fillings, or grind their teeth, this is a very conservative solution to reinforce the cracks that occur in teeth overtime, and give you back the length you have lost. 

As a bonus, with the latest and greatest porcelain veneers we can change the shape, size, position, and color to compliment your natural skin tones.Patients also ask if veneers are stronger than crowns.  Based on my experience I have found porcelain veneers to be stronger for many reasons.  Bonding porcelain to natural tooth enamel is the strongest bond we have currently in dentistry, and with these amazing bonding agents, it allows us to wind the clock back years without having to remove excessive amounts of tooth structure. Maintaining porcelain veneers is simple.  Treat them the exact same way you would treat a natural tooth.  Brush and floss daily as you would your natural teeth, see your dental hygienist at least twice annually for professional teeth cleaning, and if you are a heavy tooth grinder, wear a preventative night guard to protect your teeth while you are sleeping.Cosmetic dentistry is not only a pretty smile, but a strong conservative alternative to porcelain crowns.

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