What Are Popular Cosmetic Treatments in San Diego?
By Reza Rafie | Published on March 25, 2011 | 0 Comments
At Smile Designers, Reza Rafie DMD, a popular San Diego, CA cosmetic dentist, has dedicated his practice to helping patients get excited about their smiles. Whether you are experiencing discomfort, unhappy with the alignment of your teeth, or want a brighter smile, there’s a solution at Smile Designers for you. Here, Dr. Rafie explains some of the most popular procedures in his office.
Teeth alignment- After evaluating your bite placement and the alignment of your teeth, Dr. Rafie is able to recommend the most effective orthodontic appliance for helping you achieve your ideal smile. For some patients, Invisalign may be a great treatment option because it relies on clear aligners that work in stages to shift the teeth. When Invisalign might not be effective, he says, clear braces are a great alternative. Though clear and nearly invisible to those who speak with you, these braces use the same techniques as traditional wire braces without the noticeable appearance.
Zoom!- This in-office teeth whitening treatment offers the fast, dramatic results that patients with yellowing or gray teeth are after. With the assistance of your dentist, you can remove the stains that coffee, wine, and cola have deposited on your teeth. The treatment is safe, extremely effective, and will be completed in under an hour.
Crowns- When the look and integrity of a tooth is compromised, Dr. Rafie often suggests that a crown be placed over the existing tooth. Much like a shield, a crown covers all of the surfaces of a tooth while altering its appearance as well. Best of all, with the CEREC technology available at Smile Designers, Dr. Rafie can make your crowns in the office the very same day.
Veneers- Veneers are some of the most celebrated cosmetic treatments because these porcelain coverings alter the shape, color, and alignment of your teeth (particularly the front ones) to reveal a new, beautiful smile.
Before you can get too excited about the transformation that will take place after cosmetic treatments, Dr. Rafie says that it’s important to make sure that your mouth is healthy first. Specifically, your dentist is most concerned with the condition of your gums. It’s pointless to create nice-looking teeth without a solid foundation. At Smile Designers, Dr. Rafie makes sure that the gum and gum tissue of a patient are strong before moving forward with any other treatment; if there are underlying issues, he warns, you run the very real risk that you will lose teeth.
To get a better idea of the cosmetic options available to you and the results that you can expect, Dr. Rafie suggests scheduling an appointment with Smile Designers, or with a cosmetic dentist in your area who can evaluate your smile and offer the best solutions.
*Disclaimer: The information on this website is not intended to substitute for the medical expertise and advice of your healthcare provider. We encourage you to discuss any decisions about treatment or care with an appropriate healthcare provider.