Smile Makeover with Porcelain Veneers

The best cosmetic dentists of San Francisco have been sought by countless numbers of people who decided to get a makeover of their smiles. The conditions of their teeth vary widely, but their goals are the same - to receive a naturally beautified smile without evidence that any cosmetic dentistry was done.

Porcelain veneers are the most desirable cosmetic dentistry treatment sought by patients. This makes sense. Porcelain is not just more beautiful, it is also more durable than any dental composite material which, after some time, starts to develop a dull and porous surface, allowing pigments to enter, causing stains besides losing its initial luster. This does not happen to porcelains, which behave like glass at their surface and never lose their glaze, unless treated with abrasive dentrifices or scratched with sharp dental scalers.

While composite veneers are a viable option for aesthetic improvements of teeth, most patients prefer porcelain veneers due to their durability if bonded correctly by the cosmetic dentist. The the correct and meticulous application of dental bonding technique is essential for the durability of veneers.

How do you know if your cosmetic dentist truly handles and applies bonding materials as intended, with meticulous attention to the physical and chemical properties of dental surfaces and dental adhesive materials? The answer to this question is not found in patients' reviews or the price of porcelain veneers. The best hint about the attitude of your cosmetic dentist can be found by searching his curriculum vitae: How did he/she perform in dental school (valedictorian would be a good sign, right?)? Is he accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry? Does he teach cosmetic dentistry? How well does he describe the procedures of esthetic dentistry in his publications and on his website? It is critical to find out about the dentist's attitude towards his expertise. Does he take pride in what he does (not just marketing comportment and a mannerism to promote public relations)?

A makeover is defined as a complete transformation or remodeling of something, in this case of a smile. A smile makeover is a comprehensive cosmetic dental treatment designed to improve the appearance of a smile. It typically involves a combination of dental procedures tailored to address issues such as tooth color, dental alignment, dental spacing and form, as well as the overall appearance of a smile. It often includes the correction of gingival/periodontal asymmetries and unaesthetic appearance. The cosmetic dental procedures involved are not just determined by the individual needs and goals, but also by the level of excellence of the cosmetic dentist.

Due to the abundance of new smile makeovers, an extension of the original Smile Gallery is provided here and other pages. New smile designs with dental veneers will be added here as they have been completed on various pages of this website and on my Instagram profile, @porcelain.veneers. You can also find valuable information about the technical and logistical aspects of rejuvenating smile on my YouTube channels

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Dr. Jorg-Peter Rabanus, DDS.

Porcelain veneers are the flagship of cosmetic dentistry. The most dramatic results can be obtained with smile makeovers that utilize all disciplines of dentistry, such as periodontics, orthodontics, oral surgery, and cosmetic dentistry. My Instagram page @porcelain.veneers focusses on the smile makeovers that can be obtained with porcelain veneers in association with more comprehensive treatment modalities.

So, what are the best veneers? SImply the ones that look like veneers at all, but like natural teeth.

The best cosmetic dentists who understand thoroughly apply these standards might be listed on the homepage of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. There you will find an AACD-accredited dentist in your area who has passed the most rigorous examination standards and has proven his/her highest level of excellence in cosmetic dentistry. No other academy of cosmetic dentistry offers this kind of credential. Dentists of any other academy of cosmetic/esthetic dentistry simply pay their annual dues to become members of good standing.

Feel free to browse the pages of this website by starting on my Home Page. From there you can open the various fields of the Menu, where you will find links to pages that explain how to find Your Best Cosmetic Dentist.

You will also find links

• to various Smile Galleries,
• to an abundance of information about Porcelain Veneers,
• to specific Cosmetic Dental Procedures,
• to important Technical Specifications,
• to general aspects of Smile Proportions,
• and to the Contact Form of Dr. Jorg-Peter Rabanus.