It should come as no surprise that porcelain veneers were invented in Hollywood. A dentist by the name of Charles Pincus developed them in 1928 for a film shoot to temporarily change the appearance of the actors’ teeth. Dentistry has come a long way since then, thank goodness. Modern cosmetic dentistry makes it possible for you to have a celeb-worthy smile that looks natural, feels good, and lasts for decades.Read more
Can CBD Toothpicks Help Prevent Gum Disease?
Toothpicks are good and evil in the field of dentistry. These little tools are intended to clean out food that has gotten stuck in your teeth and gums – that’s a good thing. In the wrong hands, however, wooden toothpicks can wreak havoc, break apart, stick in the gums, and cause damage. Now, the market offers CBD toothpicks. Where does this product stand when it comes to your oral health – and could they really help prevent gum disease?Read more
Forget the Halloween Makeup – Fix Your Teeth with a Smile Makeover Instead
Young or old, Halloween is an excellent opportunity to dress up and become someone else for a little while. If you’re trying to distract from your teeth by applying an entire face of Halloween makeup or a strategically designed mask, however, it may be time to consider how you look every other day of the year and think about making a permanent change with a customized smile makeover.Read more
3 Ways Halloween Candy Can Destroy Your Smile Makeover
Halloween candy – it’s one night a year, right? How much damage can a few indulgences do? Let’s all be honest and admit that Halloween candy lasts from September well into November. It’s hard to resist those colorful bags of your favorite childhood treats. Resist you must, however, if you don’t want to ruin the cosmetic dentistry and restorative dentistry that your NYC dentist used to give you an amazing smile makeover.Read more
Dr. Michael J. Wei Now Offers No-Prep Microthin Veneers
Microthin and DURAthin veneers are changing the landscape of porcelain veneers and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Michael J. Wei is proud to announce that he has been certified to deliver the innovative “no-prep” Microthin porcelain veneers to his patients. “I am always in search of the latest and greatest techniques and materials to create beautiful smile makeovers,” he says.Read more
Top Doctor Names Dr. Michael J. Wei Top General and Cosmetic Dentist
Dr. Michael J. Wei has been awarded the title of Top General and Cosmetic Dentist from the Top Doctor organization, which honors professionals at the top of their field. “I am extremely happy and privileged to receive this distinction,” Dr. Wei said. “I am committed to providing my patients with life-changing smile makeovers and am pleased to be recognized in my field. I share this award with my entire team.”Read more
10 Things You Need to Know About Laser Gum Recontouring
Ready to get rid of your gummy smile once and for all? An overgrowth of gums doesn’t have to be permanent. If you’re unhappy with your ratio of teeth to gums, it’s time to consider a cosmetic dentistry procedure known as laser gum recontouring. Read more
Does Your Mouth Hurt? Fix It with Full-Mouth Reconstruction
You know when your smile and teeth aren’t all that they could be. There is a difference, though, between an unattractive smile and a worn-out one. Your teeth might be white and straight, but your oral health overall may cause you some serious discomfort. Full-mouth reconstruction could be the answer.Read more
7 Things You Need to Know About Prepless Veneers
You have many options when it comes to crafting your smile makeover. Your dentist will have plenty of opinions about what’s right for your smile and, armed with all the relevant information, you will have a major decision to make. It can help to know that hundreds of patients before you ultimately select prepless veneers to make that perfect smile.Read more
Why So Serious? 5 Female Celebs Who Never Smile
Famous people get their picture taken for a living, whether they like it or not. Actors, politicians, journalists, athletes – these are celebs in the spotlight and, as a result, every aspect of them is under scrutiny, including their teeth. Plenty of them undergo cosmetic dentistry to get a flawless look, others choose to stay natural, but celebs in both categories have been known to keep a straight face regardless of the condition of their teeth.Read more
