DURAthin Veneers for Beautiful Radiant Smiles

If you do not feel good about your smile, that may not only be hurting your self-confidence – it may be affecting your level of attractiveness, your image, your social relationships and even your career.

At PhysOrg.com, read how researchers at Bangor University have placed an economic value on a smile, demonstrating scientifically the effect that a genuine smile can have on our decision-making. The psychologists call this ‘social information’ and say that it has more of an effect than you may imagine.

If you do not feel good about your smile, it may be hard for you to smile genuinely, as the study finds is desirable for success in many social situations.

“Indeed, genuine smiles appear to act as a form of social currency, a valuable reward that people will pay to receive,” explains Danielle Shore, a PhD student at the School of Psychology and the lead author of the research.

“Genuine smiles might help people see eye-to-eye during interactions. People who often make genuine smiles may have an easier time convincing others to adopt their goals. Because positive interactions help people build relationships, smiles might cement the social ties we share with our friends and colleagues.”

Now there is no reason to put up with gaps between your teeth, or with teeth that are stained, badly-shaped, cracked or cooked. A veneer placed on top of your tooth or several teeth can correct nature’s mistake or the results of an injury and help you to have a beautiful smile, and more “social currency.” The impact of building a wealth of social currency can reverberate through every aspect of one’s life and social encounters.

Porcelain veneers are ultra-thin shells of ceramic material, used to instantly make the teeth whiter and perfectly shaped, no matter what shape, how many gaps or angles the original teeth were growing in.

Old technology forced cosmetic dentists to drill, grind and shave natural teeth so that the veneers had enough room in the mouth.

The newest technology in veneers, DURAthin, saves your enamel, is much healthier for your teeth, uses no drills, grinding or shaving and are the most beautiful, natural-looking veneers ever produced. They preserve your natural teeth, and therefore attaching them is a reversible procedure. The porcelain sheaths are so light and thin that they don’t require old methods of drilling and grinding; they are custom-made to adhere directly to the front of a tooth without losing the natural enamels. DURAthin veneers are only available through one certified cosmetic dentist and veneer clinician on Seattle’s east side, Dr. Lynn Jones, DDS. She has been voted Top Dentist in 2009, 2010 and 2011 by Seattle Metropolitan magazine. Her dental practice and veneer studio is located across the street from Bellevue Square Mall, in prestigious Bellevue Place. Take a look at her exemplary reviews from decades of patients who comment on her style, her manner and her artistry on google.

All dentists certified to apply veneers are NOT created equal. There is an artistry to choosing the correct shape, color and width of the porcelain and applying it with precision. It’s important to use a Master Ceramist because, just like anything with great elegance, the beauty of porcelain is in the details. Dr. Jones applys veneers that look real and natural. Her secret lies in artistically designing the shapes of the veneers, in layering the porcelain so it looks natural, and in selecting the appropriate techniques so the end result is a work of art.

Generally speaking, people who have narrow smiles or have had teeth extracted for orthodontic reasons in the past can be great candidates for this exciting procedure. With DURAthin Veneers, Dr. Jones can increase the size of an individual tooth or augment a narrow arch width. We have also used this technology to “turn back the clock” for people with small or worn teeth, giving them a more youthful smile.

To find out if you are a good candidate for DURAthin veneers, call Dr. Jones to schedule a thorough diagnostic visit. Dr. Jones personally meets her Bellevue/Seattle dental veneers patients before every procedure to develop treatment plans that meet their unique needs and style. Your smile is a work of art to her – and creating the look and style that is consistent with who you are is her priority.

Click here to request a brochure on DURAthin veneers.

Common questions people have is how bright can a person actually get their teeth and what can happen if someone bleaches their teeth too much?

Most importantly a dental office can do a much better job of teeth bleaching than over-the-counter do it yourself kits. The attention to detail of the application process limits any damage you might receive from self-administered teeth bleaching kits. In a typical dental office an application of hi-potency hydrogen peroxide solution is applied to the teeth. Care is taken to protect the surrounding gums with a protective coating and then an ultraviolet light is focused onto the teeth for around forty five minutes.

The ultraviolet light accelerates photoinitiators in the whitening gel which whitens the teeth. After an initial treatment the teeth can be very sensitive for up to several hours. Taking a dose of acetaminophen or ibuprofen can help ease the discomfort.

After the initial treatment your dentist will create a custom fitted mold for your mouth for maintenance bleaching at home. The molds or “bleaching trays” hold the bleaching agent against the teeth. Using too much of the bleaching agent will cause it to spill out over the gums and cause irritation to the soft tissue.

Most drug-store or mail order teeth whitening kits are not custom made and fit poorly against the teeth which can cause excessive gum irritation and poor results.

After a teeth whitening session most dentists recommend using teeth whitening toothpaste to maintain the teeth between treatments.

Excessive bleaching may lead to long term damage of the enamel of the teeth and in some cases the damage can be irreversible. When it comes to teeth bleaching, moderation is the key. Teeth bleaching should be done no more than a couple times a year in a dentist office with follow up treatments around a few days every couple months. Bleaching too often will cause the teeth to be come dehydrated, brittle and susceptible to staining since the pores of the teeth are free of it’s natural mineral balance. If a person notices that their teeth are becoming blue or too translucent it’s possible you are over-bleaching your teeth.

The long standing question of whether a person can get their teeth too white as a result of bleaching is not true. Teeth have a natural shade that can not be lighter than how they were created.

The specific feature of the temporomandibular joint is the disc. The disc is composed of fibrocartilagenous tissue, like the flexible elastic cartilage of the ear, which is positioned between the two bones that form the joint.

The temporomandibular joints are one of the only two synovial joints in the human body. The synovial joints divides each portion of the jaw into two specific compartments. The lower joint compartment is formed by the mandible and the disc is involved in rotational movement through opening and closing movements.

The upper joint compartment is involved in multiple positioning movements which allows the sliding of the lower jaw forward from side to side. The part of the mandible which connects to the under-surface of the disc and is the part of the temporal bone which also connects to the upper surface of the disk. This is the glenoid ossa – also known as mandibular.

Pain or problems of the temporomandibular joint is commonly referred to as “TMJ”, however, this can be confusing since TMJ is really the name of the joint and Temporomandibular joint disorder is abbreviated as TMD.

TMD is often referred to as a group of problems involving the temporomandibular joints and the muscular-skeletal system of the jaw, including tendons, ligaments, blood vessels, and other tissues associated with them. Some specialists might even include the neck and back while describing problems with temporomandibular joints.

There are certain foods that accentuate bad breath as well, like onions and garlic that contain strong oils. The oils are carried to the lungs and out through the mouth when talking or exhaling. Smoking also contributes to bad breath. However, the primary culprit for bad breath is bacteria.

These bacteria are also the major factor for mouth and tooth related diseases. The key consideration here is preventing the growth of bacteria and the formation of biofilms in the mouth. Frequent brushings of twice a day for two minutes each is a first step in keeping your mouth free from odor and disease causing bacteria. Followed by frequent flossing of the teeth and a rinsing of the mouth with hydrogen peroxide diluted 50% with water.

The SimPlant Software is a fully integrated dental implant treatment planning tool that visualizes a patient’s mouth with exact 3D precision while taking into account both clinical and aesthetic considerations. The benefits to the patient are immediate as a visualization tool prior to treatment and during surgery, increasing safety with precision and reducing pain.

• Gums can often be left intact for faster healing
• Prevents complications
• Avoids expensive and time consuming follow-up visits
• Immediate new smile following treatment

If you have any questions about the SimPlant – painless predictable implant system, contact The Bellevue Center for Cosmetic Dentistry at (425) 688-1345

If you are suffering from excessive teeth grinding and wish to know more about Bruxism contact Bellevue Cosmetic Dentist, Dr. Lynn A. Jones. Dr. Jones is board certified with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and is regionally and nationally know for her expertise in General and Cosmetic Dentistry.

The artistry of Dr. Lynn A. Jones is evident in these smile makeovers. Dr. Jones is internationally recognized for her excellent cosmetic dentistry. She is accredited with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) and serves as an examiner for AACD Accreditation Board. She has also served on the AACD Board of Directors. In 2003, she won an AACD Gold Medal in Smile Design.

Dr. Jones operates out of her office, The Bellevue Center for Cosmetic Dentistry, conveinently located in the heart of downtown Bellevue, Washington, across the street from Bellevue Square Shopping Mall.

Dr Lynn Jones is an expert at creating beautiful smiles. In this video she discusses all the aspects of creating a beautiful smile through advanced cosmetic dentistry.

Dr. Lynn A. Jones is internationally recognized for her excellent cosmetic dentistry. She passed rigorous examinations to become accredited with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) and serves as an examiner for AACD Accreditation Board. She has also served on the AACD Board of Directors. In 2003, she won an AACD Gold Medal in Smile Design.

Dr. Jones lectures locally and nationally, and is the Founder and Director of the University of Washington’s Aesthetic Continuums for Dentists, a series of advanced training courses in cosmetic dentistry developed specifically for practicing dentists, their staff, and laboratory technicians.

Dr. Lynn A. Jones has been actively supporting “Give Back A Smile.” This is a program setup by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Charitable Foundation that helps survivors of domestic violence regain their life and restore their broken teeth. Bruises and scars will fade, but broken or missing teeth will not.

Dr. Jones has been pioneering this program and is one of its leading supporters.

1. Temporary restorations serve several purposes. They protect the prepared teeth and help to hold them in position while your permanent restorations are being made. In cosmetic cases, your temporaries also serve as a model or reference point for designing the final restorations. They help us to evaluate the tooth size, shape, position, color, speech, lip support and biting function.

2. Your temporaries are made out of a plastic molded material that can be removed from the teeth when it is time to place the permanent crowns, so they require special care.

• A. Avoid sticky foods like taffy, cheese or chewing gum which might accidentally pull the temporaries off the prepared teeth. Also avoid hard foods like nuts, raw carrots chips or crusty bread which can break the temporary restorations.
• B. Brush your temporaries like normal teeth using a standard fluoride containing toothpaste. You may experience some sensitivity. This is normal with temporary restorations. Using warm water can help.
• C. Floss your temporary restorations as shown using a floss threader if necessary and drawing the floss out to the side. Avoid popping the floss back out through the contacts because it is easy to dislodge your temporaries this way.

3. For the first one to three days the teeth and gums may be very sore. Ibuprofin (Advil) used as directed, is recommended to manage this discomfort. Sensitivity to cold, heat and biting pressure is normal with some temporary restorations and is not a cause for concern as it will go away after the placement of the final restorations.

4. If the temporary restoration happens to come off prematurely you can place it back on and snap it into place mechanically. Or for extra retention, a denture adhesive may be placed inside the temporary restorations to hold them on until you can come to the office to have them recemented.

5. Avoid whitening your teeth. This will change the shade of your teeth. There will be additional lab charges for any changes made.

6. Avoid changing medications, supplements or diets without discussing it with the Doctor.

Thank you for allowing the Bellevue Center for Cosmetic Dentistry to provide you with the highest quality dental care.

If you have any questions or concerns please call our office at (425) 688-1345.