Smile Makeover

Can I Get a Wider Smile with Porcelain Veneers?

29 Jun

According to cosmetic dentist Michael Kosdon, DDS—who is renowned for his outstanding smile design techniques and smile makeover transformations—it is important to have the right proportion of top teeth showing when one smiles. Every smile and face is unique; however, it is common for the eight top front teeth to be visible in an “ideal” smile. If the upper pre-molars or canines are hidden behind the teeth in front of them (due to crowding, tooth size/shape, or, in some cases,…

How Can I Improve the Appearance of Excess Gum Tissue?

13 Jun

Advancements in dental technology have developed new laser techniques for improving the appearance and health of gum (gingival) tissue. Using a specialized dental laser, Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist Michael Kosdon, DDS can potentially transform a “gummy smile” into a beautifully balanced gumline and smile. A custom laser gum lift procedure is designed to both eliminate excess tissue and lengthen the appearance of the teeth. Often, a laser gum lift is performed in combination with placement of porcelain veneers and/or crowns…

Am I a Candidate for Minimal- or No-Preparation Porcelain Veneers?

15 Feb

When it comes to just about any kind of dental care, many patients understandably want the most conservative treatment possible. This desire often extends to treatment with porcelain veneers, and fortunately, our Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist strives to provide our patients with a conservative approach whenever possible. While some patients may inevitably need small alterations and modifications to their existing tooth structure before placement of a veneer, others may only need very little adjustment or no adjustment at all. In…

Can Porcelain Veneers Create a “Hollywood Smile”?

07 Mar

Are you interested in achieving a smile makeover that gives you a “Hollywood Smile”? Using high-quality, custom-designed porcelain veneers, Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist Michael Kosdon, DDS creates stunning smile transformations. Perfecting the shape, size, shade, spacing, and alignment of teeth can often be accomplished within the span of two visits. The popularity of porcelain veneers has increased dramatically over the last few years, thanks in part to the many actors, models, recording artists, and even sports stars who have…