Dental Porcelain Veneers
Santa Monica Advanced Cosmetic Dentist
"Dental Veneers in Santa Monica - Smile Makeover & Perfect Face?"
Advanced Veneers and smile design by Dr. Richard Haber
(The greatest veneers breakthrough in the history of dentistry)
In today's celebrity culture, glittering white, perfectly straight and even smiles are the norm. But a perfect smile doesn't have to be just for the stars. Many people who believe they have a deficient smile, perhaps because their teeth are stained or uneven, can be reluctant to show off their teeth. We want you to know that there are plenty of options out there to help you feel more confident.
EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE IN TREAIN COMPLEX PROBLEMS
Dr Haber, will improve your teeth by utilizing the latest dental techniques in Cosmetic Dentistry, including Cosmetic Porcelain Veneers, Porcelain Crowns, Teeth Whitening and White Fillings. Dr Haber will always answer all of your questions and explain to you all of your different treatment options.
YOU CAN HAVE THE SMILE OF YOUR DREAM IN JUST FEW HOURS!
CERAMIC RESTORATIONS
The ceramic material used to restore the teeth,
Porcelain, Emax, or Zirconia, has been around for some
time and it has been marketed under many different
names. Anterior and posterior etched ceramic
restorations that require no to minimal tooth reduction,
are used to restore the teeth: Lumineers , Emax ,
BruxZir, etc...
These ceramic restorations could be
made of zirconia for posterior and anterior teeth,
porcelain or emax for anterior teeth, or a combination
of both, or what is best for your specific needs. It is
not "a one size fits all" product.
Zirconia restorations
Zirconia
restorations are much stronger than regular porcelain
veneers.
Zirconia is a crystalline dioxide of zirconium that is
the strongest ceramic in the dental market today.
Zirconia restorations require no to minimal tooth
preparation.
Zirconia restorations can be used in
areas with limited bite space as they offer high
resistance to chipping and breaking. If you suffer from
bruxism, restorations made of zirconia might be the best
choice for you.
BruxZir Solid Zirconia, by Glidewell
Lab, is one of many examples of zirconia restorations.
If a bite need to be restored, regular BruxZir Solid
Zirconia will be used on the posterior teeth, and
BruxZir Anterior Solid Zirconia will be used on the
anterior teeth
Emax restorations
Emax
restorations are much stronger than regular porcelain
veneers.
Emax restorations require no to minimal
tooth reduction.
Emax restorations, in general,
provide a better esthetic results on the anterior teeth,
and the new Emax have enough strength to withstand all
the chewing forces, for those reasons, sometimes a
combination of both Emax (on the anterior teeth) and
BruxZir Solid Zirconia (on the posterior teeth) will be
a better solution than regular porcelain veneers to
restore the bite.
Porcelain Restorations
Porcelain
Restorations, when placed on the anterior teeth, offer
better and higher esthetics, more transparent and
natural looking incisal edges.
NO PREP VENEERS
There are actually several different types of veneers
available. No prep veneers, Lumineers, Emax Veneers,
Empress Veneers...
Again, it is not "a one size fits
all" product. All depends on what is best for your
cosmetic specific needs.
If you are interested in finding out more, please contact us today for a personal consultation. Tel 3103937766
INLAYS RESTORATIONS - ONLAYS RESTORATIONS - VENEERS
Most of the ceramic restorations are etched then bonded
to the teeth with minimal to no tooth reduction as space
for the ceramic was created by opening the bite
These
ceramic restorations have different shapes depending on
the tooth structure and the surface of the tooth that
need to be replaced or restored
Depending on the
surface of the tooth that need to be restored, and the
material used, these ceramic restorations have been
marketed by dentists, dental labs, and dental
manufacturer under many different names too.
INLAYS RESTORATIONS
Inlay
Restoration can be made of porcelain, Emax, zirconia, or
composites. Inlay is usually an indirect restoration
(filling) consisting of a solid substance fitted to a
cavity in a tooth and cemented into place.
ONLAYS RESTORATIONS
Onlay
Restoration covers the chewing (occlusal) surface of the
tooth. It can be made of porcelain, Emax, zirconia, or
composites. Onlay works like an inlay but covers one or
more cusps or the entire biting surface of the tooth.
Onlays are one of the expensive option, but the
beautiful effect they can have on a person's smile makes
them well worth the investment.
VENEERS
RESTORATIONS
Veneers cover the external
outer (facial/buccal) surface of the tooth or sometimes
more to allow for a better bonded final cosmetic result.
Veneers can be made of porcelain, Emax, zirconia, or
composites. Emax or Zirconia veneers are usually the
most expensive option, but again the beautiful effect
they can have on a person's smile makes them well worth
the investment. Composite Veneers are less expensive
than the porcelain veneers. Composite veneers cost about
half as much as porcelain veneers and can be completed
in one day.
Many times, a combination of these
shapes are used to provide a better looking final
restoration.
For example, a combination of a
veneer and an onlay restoration will have an "L" shape
that covers the chewing (occlusal) surface of the tooth
combined with the coverage of the external outer
(facial/buccal) surface of the tooth. This combination
of a veneer and an onlay restoration is a very precise
restoration but when well executed, it offers an extreme
esthetic and conservative outcome. Preserving the enamel
on the chewing surface of the tooth allows for a better
bonding of the final restoration.
After having bite corrections and smile makeover
completed, our patients often experience stronger teeth
and more properly aligned smile, younger looking faces
and better profiles, less joint and neck pain caused by
TMJ disorders, less Neuromuscular problems, and breath
better at night!
Disclaimer: The information
throughout this website is not intended to be taken as a
medical advice. It is intended to provide general
information regarding Smile Makeover, full mouth
reconstruction, full mouth rehabilitation, porcelain,
emax, and zirconia restorations, veneers, and more.
If you are interested in finding out more, please contact us today for a personal consultation. Tel 3103937766
We
accept most types of PPO dental insurance plans. We do
not accept any HMO Dental Plan.
DENTAL VENEERS HISTORY
Recognitions & Awards for World-Class Dental Veneers & Smile Makeovers
To achieve a truly award-winning smile, both the technology used and the skill of the provider are recognized across the industry. Here are the key areas where Porcelain Veneers and related procedures gain recognition:
Leading Veneers Technology & Brand Excellence
We partner with top-tier porcelain veneer brands consistently celebrated for their quality and stunning aesthetic results. These material suppliers are frequently featured on "best of" lists, driven by high praise from dental professionals and patients:
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Emax Veneers: Recognized for exceptional strength and translucent, natural appearance.
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Empress Veneers: Celebrated for their realistic, glass-like finish and proven reliability.
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Lumineers: Highly regarded as a no-prep or minimal-prep veneer option for fast, beautiful smile transformations.
Media-Recognized Celebrity Smile Transformations
The transformative power of high-quality Dental Veneers is best illustrated by high-profile "before and after" results.
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Celebrity Smile Makeovers: Numerous celebrities and public figures have received media recognition for their dramatic smile improvements thanks to Veneers. This coverage drives public awareness and highlights the aesthetic potential of the procedure.
Awards for Top Veneers Specialists & Clinical Excellence
Recognition in the field of cosmetic dentistry confirms a provider's commitment to the highest standards of care and artistry.
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Peer-Reviewed Recognition: Top cosmetic dentists who specialize in Smile Makeovers often receive industry awards and peer-based recognition from professional dental societies.
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Award-Winning Procedures: The clinical results achieved through comprehensive Veneer and aesthetic procedures are recognized by various organizations in cosmetic dentistry, validating the advanced skill required to produce durable, beautiful, and natural-looking smiles.