Category Archives: Smile Makeover

Gum tissue protects teeth and the supporting bone, making it an essential part of your oral health. However, what happens when gum tissue covers too much of the teeth or when the teeth are disproportionately worn down making the gum tissue appear more dominant leading to what is known as a gummy smile? A gummy… READ MORE

It’s not uncommon for people to be self-conscious about their smiles. There are many reasons someone may be hesitant about showing their teeth or want to keep their mouth closed when smiling for pictures. Fortunately, many dental conditions that cause patients to be self-conscious about their smiles are entirely treatable. Advanced cosmetic and restorative dental… READ MORE

An ultimate smile makeover is a comprehensive dental treatment that can change patients’ lives. A bright, healthy smile plays a crucial role in anyone’s social life and first impressions (either in person or on video calling), so any improvement can make a huge difference in your daily routine. An ultimate smile makeover can undoubtedly enhance… READ MORE

It’s no secret that today’s world has migrated to the internet to replace many traditional “face-to-face” business operations. In particular, video conferencing software (Zoom, Hangouts, Microsoft Teams, Skype, etc.) has become a standard practice that few have been able to hide from, especially considering the pandemic drove virtually everything online temporarily. While this innovation has… READ MORE

In recent years, commercial providers have begun to offer various “same-day” dental implant services, all offered under unique names (i.e., All-on-4®1, Clear Choice Dental Implants®2, Dental Implants in One Day, Teeth in a Day®3, Teeth in an Hour, etc.). At Elite Prosthetic Dentistry, we specialize in our own high-quality version of this procedure, which we… READ MORE

This patient was referred to us by her Orthodontist and General Dentist, when she was fifteen years old, for a smile makeover, using implants to replace her congenitally missing permanent teeth. Even though she was in the middle of orthodontic therapy, we were called upon to provide guidance on the tooth positionings so that there would be… READ MORE

This patient presented with all of her maxillary teeth failing and in danger of having to wear a denture either during treatment or permanently. We were able to salvage several teeth on an interim basis, which kept her out of a denture. Having been completely reborn with a full arch of crowns that are seated on seven implants, she… READ MORE

Virtual meetings are the new normal. And if there’s one thing that spending hours in front of a webcam — whether for work, job interviews, or social events — will make you think about, it’s your appearance. Correct unsightly dental issues and feel more confident on up-close conference calls with a smile makeover. In Search of… READ MORE

Many of our patients who are considering cosmetic dentistry or a smile makeover for an improved smile, or dental implants to replace missing teeth, express a similar concern about the procedures. They worry that it will be painful. This common fear holds many people back from pursuing a straightforward procedure that will restore the optimal health, function, and appearance of their… READ MORE

There are many good General Dentists providing beneficial services to their patients. We know. Many of them refer patients to us, because special issues require specialists. You’re used to visiting different medical specialists to get the exact type of care that you need. What you may not know is that there are also specialists in… READ MORE