New Orleans cosmetic dentist

August 31, 2012
Can abrasive toothpaste damage my porcelain veneers?
I hope that I haven’t ruined my new porcelain veneers or at least that I haven’t affected how long they will last. I have been brushing them with a toothpaste that is abrasive. Will the glaze come off? thanks jessica from georgia Jessica – The porcelain surface of your porcelain veneers will not be scratched…
August 5, 2012
A porcelain crown for a badly broken tooth
Last year I had a root canal done. My dentist told me that I needed a crown to protect the tooth but I didn’t do it. I couldn’t afford it. I have a few other things that I need to take care of before I consider getting a crown. This past Thursday my tooth broke…
June 29, 2012
My dentist keeps botching up my dentures
I’ve been wearing dentures for about 15 years now and I have never been fond of them. I moved from Georgia to Tennessee three years ago. About a year and a half ago I paid my new dentist a lot money for a new denture that I hate. I know that’s a strong word but…
June 11, 2012
My dental implant crown color is way off and my dentist can’t get it right
I got a dental implant crown five months ago. I’m pretty frustrated because the crown is on a left incisor and the color is off. The crown is darker than my other teeth and it actually looks worse now that the natural tooth did. On the first try, my dentist didn’t get the color right…
May 29, 2012
Looking for cosmetic dentist to do Lumineers
I had two consultations with cosmetic dentists for Lumineers and I don’t like the pictures that they showed me. I thought that most of the patients teeth in the pictures looked bulky. How can I find a cosmetic dentist who will do a beautiful job with Lumineers. Marianne R. from New Orleans Marianne – Lumineers…
March 28, 2012
Will Zoom teeth whitening lighten up my dental bonding?
Hello. My dental bonding is getting dark. Bonding was put on my front teeth about 12 years ago and I am wondering if Zoom teeth whitening will lighten it up. I know that bonding wears with time, but right now I cannot afford new bonding. Will Zoom help? Thanks – Collette, Metairie Collette, Neither Zoom…
January 31, 2012
Can I switch to a cosmetic dentist, if my dentist already started the work?
I’ve been going to the same dentist for years, and I trust him, at least with the work he previously did. I recently decided to get a smile makeover, so I figured he could do it. I’m wearing my temporary veneers now, but I don’t like them. He’s made several adjustments, but it just looks…
January 11, 2012
Why do my porcelain veneers keep falling off?
Hi. I’m in my third year of having porcelain veneers. Already I’ve had three different ones fall off, and one of the three has fallen off twice. One of these was embarrassing because I was in public with friends. What’s going on? – Nikki, Texas Nikki – Porcelain veneers that are bonded correctly won’t come…
December 14, 2011
Dentures or a dental bridge for mom's missing teeth?
My 69 year-old mom has lost many of her teeth. Fortunately her front teeth are left, so she’s not too embarrassed. But she basically has no teeth to chew with, and this is causing lots of problems and inconveniences for her. I’ve done some research trying to find out her options, and I read about…
November 30, 2011
Will teeth whitening help tetracycline stained teeth?
My teeth are stained by tetracycline. My dentist is recommending crowns for my front teeth, but I am wondering if teeth whitening will help. If not, what are my options? – Beverly Beverly – It’s best to avoid having crowns placed on your teeth. There are two other ways to handle the tetracycline stains. Tetracycline…