Are you considering cosmetic dental care in Carlsbad, CA?

Have you been known to duck into the next room when someone suggests a group photo? Do your professional headshots show only a Mona Lisa smile? Would you like to flash a broad, confident grin when introduced to new people? Then you are smart to explore cosmetic dental care. Dr. Al A. Fallah in Carlsbad, CA encourages you to consider these important points as you start your journey to a more beautiful smile.

Have a good idea of what you want

Any qualified dentist will have a professional opinion about which aspects of your smile can be improved with cosmetic services. However, it is YOUR satisfaction that matters. You can help the dentist guide you toward the right treatment choices by clearly explaining what you do not like about your smile, and how you would like it to look at the conclusion of your makeover.

The best way to do this is to set aside a few private moments, ideally in a room with a:

Mirror

Window

Fluorescent light

Incandescent light

Bring paper and pencil and shut the door so you won’t be disturbed. Sit in front of the mirror, with face and shoulders relaxed (your mouth will likely be closed or only slightly open). Look at your face from the front and side. Jot down how you feel about your skin, lips, profile, and neck.

Make all sorts of facial expressions – a shy and thoughtful smile, an enthusiastic grin, a hearty laugh – in natural and artificial lighting. Try speaking and singing, too. Make notes about what you see in the mirror. Do you like the color of your teeth? Is the position of one tooth quite noticeable? What about alignment and spacing? Does the shape, size, and color of your mouth match your skin tone and hairstyle? Be sure to note features you DO like, as well as those that cause you concern.

Finally, think about the practical side of a smile makeover and add those thoughts to your list. What is your budget? How flexible is your schedule in the upcoming months? Do you smoke? Chew gum? Grind and clench your teeth? Brush and floss diligently?

This exercise only takes a few minutes, and it puts you in a terrific position to begin your search for a cosmetic dentistry provider. Meanwhile, gather photos of smiles you love, to take along to your consultation.

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Choosing a provider

Cosmetic dentistry is not a specialty recognized by the American Dental Association or licensing authorities. Rather it describes a dentist’s commitment to providing services intended to improve the appearance of the smile, whether those treatments also serve a restorative purpose.

In the care of a dentist with this mindset, virtually every treatment has a cosmetic facet. Consider that periodontal maintenance keeps gum tissue pink and healthy and avoids recession. That complements the look of teeth. Fillings and crowns should blend with the color of existing dentition, not draw attention away from it. Other procedures such as porcelain veneers are intended specifically to enhance appearance. Yet cosmetic dentistry should in no way compromise oral health (more on this in a moment).

Though cosmetic dentistry is not an acknowledged area of professional specialization, a dentist may choose to concentrate on it in his or her selection of required annual continuing education classes and special coursework. For example, Dr. Fallah completed a one-year residency in Contemporary Aesthetic Dentistry, is a graduate of the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies, and is certified in Invisalign treatment. In addition, he has more than a decade of experience creating radiantly healthy smiles that exceed the expectations of his patients.

Carlsbad, CA – where cosmetic and holistic dental care meet

Dr. Fallah provides a full range of cosmetic dental services, including:

Teeth whitening

Dental bonding

Mercury-free tooth-colored fillings

Non-metal ceramic crowns and bridges

Porcelain veneers

Zirconia dental implants

Invisalign and orthodontics

Partial and full dentures

Minimally-invasive gum lift

metic dental carat his Carlsbad, office is that you don’t have to choose between healthy dentistry and a smile that looks great. Dr. Fallah is a holistic dentist. His practice is devoted to providing the safest possible treatment, with biocompatible materials and techniques that work to improve the overall condition – physical and emotional – of each patient.

Are you ready to learn more about treatments to transform your smile? Call (760) 730-1600 to schedule a relaxed consultation with Dr. Fallah.