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Monday, January 26, 2009

Cosmetic Dentistry Smile Makeover with Porcelain Veneers for Caroline by Dr. Huefner Orange County Cosmetiic Dentist

Caroline was sick and tired of her teeth and smile. Her teeth were discolored, chipped, has multiple old fillings that had stained and changed color over the years, there was spacing between her front teeth.

Caroline's smile before cosmetic dental treatment

Being embarrassed about her teeth made her less approachable and more withdrawn. She would be reluctant to show her teeth when photographed. The kicker was that one day she was holding one of her grandchildren who looked up to her and said, "Nana, why are your teeth so ugly?"

That was it for her! She already knew she could stand some improvement with her old dentistry, but she wanted to look and feel her best and have more confidence in social situations around other people.

What could she do? She came to see Dr. Huefner for a cosmetic dentistry consultation. Caroline expressed her concerns to Dr. Huefner and he in turn asked her what she really wanted? Whiter teeth? Straight teeth? Just to replace the old dentistry? Did she want to look younger and make her image more professional?

She told Dr. Huefner to suggest a treatment that he could do for her that would give her a great smile again, like she felt she had back in high school. Dr. Huefner in turn recommended doing porcelain veneers on her eight front teeth.

She would have her new teeth and smile in just a few weeks and the treatment with porcelain veneers would be much easier and less drilling than the many crowns she had on her back teeth over the years. "Non-metal, all-ceramic dentistry will give you the best looking result", Dr. Huefner told Caroline. "And, if you're ready now, we can start this week and you'll have your new smile for the holidays."

Caroline was excited and began her cosmetic treatment right away. Here is the final result that she received with cometic dentistry utilizing porcelain veneers.

Dr. Norman Huefner, General and Cosmetic Dentistry, Laguna Niguel, CA

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Thursday, January 15, 2009

Smile Makeover and "Instant Orthodontics" with Porcelain Veneers by Dr. Huefner, Mission Viejo Cosmetic Dentist

Audrey had crooked teeth and a front "cap" that she didn't like at all. She wanted her teeth to be whiter and straight, but was not willing to go through any orthodontics (braces). She consulted with Dr. Huefner to find out what options cosmetic dentistry might have for her particular situation.

Audrey's smile before cosmetic dental treatment

After discussing her concerns with Dr. Huefner, Audrey made it clear that she had very high expectations. What would be the best treatment that Dr. Huefner recommends?
After examining her, Dr. Huefner recommended "instant orthodontics" with porcelain veneers as his treatment of choice. He could make the teeth straight, all whiter with a very consistent natural color (shade), and do the entire treatment in just 2-3 dental visits.
Audrey was not sure whether or not she wanted to have all upper ten front teeth veneered, so consulted with two other cosmetic dentists and an orthodontist. Several weeks she returned to Dr. Huefner for a second consultation. "How will I know that I will like the shape and color of the veneers?", she asked Dr. Huefner. His answer was that we utilize a unique process called the "trial smile" whereby she can see the prototype of her new smile in advance, actually a "test drive", so to speak. Only after making any changes that she might want and getting her full approval, would Dr. Huefner direct his master ceramist on how to fabricate Audrey's final porcelain veneers.
Audrey was very excited about that part of the treatment, as the other cosmetic dentists did not offer her that opportunity.
She proceeded with Dr. Huefner and after three visits received her final porcelain veneers.

Audrey's new smile with "instant orthodontics" with porcelain veneers

Was Audrey pleased? What do you think? Look carefully at both the before and after photos. Notice the shape, color, position and length of all her new teeth with porcelain veneers. See how much more attractive and professional her new smile is! Audrey was a very happy patient with her new smile with porcelain veneers.
Dr. Norman Huefner, General and Cosmetic Dentistry, Laguna Niguel, CA

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