How Celebrities Get Perfect Teeth from a Cosmetic Dentist
One of the things that gives celebrities their good looks is their beautiful smile. You would be hard pressed to find a mega-celebrity that has bad teeth. (Steve Buscemi isn’t exactly a leading man….) But even though they would like to give the impression that they were born with perfect looks, few of them actually were. Many celebrities have invested in cosmetic dentistry to get their million-dollar smiles.
You can get your own smile makeover in Glendale by making a trip to the cosmetic dentist. Here are some of the procedures that celebrities get to transform their smile that you might want to consider:
Veneers
Celebrities like Tom Cruise, Hillary Duff, and Nicolas Cage have achieved their perfect smiles through veneers. Some choose veneers because they don’t have the time to wait for other treatments to work, and some choose veneers because they have irregularly shaped teeth or because they have staining that can’t be improved by whitening.
Veneers are like caps that cover your natural teeth. In fact, they are often referred to casually as “caps.” The teeth are ground down a bit to allow the veneers to fit over them, and the veneers bond to them and protect them. The Glendale porcelain veneers can give your teeth the proper shape, alignment, and whiteness.
You can fix most cosmetic issues “instantly” with this procedure. You wear temporary veneers while you are waiting for the permanent ones to be made, but you don’t have to go through a lengthy treatment the way you would with braces or with getting multiple whitening procedures. Going to an experienced cosmetic dentist in Glendale, AZ is essential for the success of this treatment.
Bonding
You may have a great smile other than a chip or some other minor damage. If that’s the case, you can get bonding like celebrities like Jim Carrey. When Carrey was in “Dumb and Dumber,” his character’s chipped tooth was authentic. He has bonding to correct that tooth.
Bonding is similar to a veneer in that it applies material over the tooth to correct its shape. However, bonding uses a composite material, while veneers are made of porcelain. The bonding doesn’t last as long (about five years compared to about 20 years for veneers), and it can become stained over time. If you have a minor issue to correct, bonding might be the appropriate choice.
Braces
Even celebrities get braces. Some get them when they are younger, like Catherine Zeta-Jones, and some get them even as adults, like Gwen Stefani.
There are more options now than the metallic braces that many of us remember from adolescence. Therefore, if you want to straighten your smile as an adult, you don’t have to worry about looking pre-pubescent with a mouth full of metal. You can choose options like ceramic braces or even Invisalign in Glendale to straighten your smile without most people noticing.
Teeth Whitening
A yellowing smile makes you look older – the same way that yellowing walls can age a house. We all know that those stains are caused by the accumulation of debris over time. Even regular brushing and routine dental exams can’t always prevent it from happening. Glendale teeth whitening procedures can help to remove layers of staining and the years can seem to melt off.
Celebrities like Morgan Freeman took care of stained smiles with veneers, but you may be able to get results from whitening, depending on the severity of the stains. You may need to get several whitening treatments to remove layers of staining over time. If you don’t get the results you want, you may need to consider veneers.
Of course, you can also invest in several procedures to get the Glendale smile makeover you want. For example, you may need to get braces to straighten your teeth, bonding to fix a chip, and whitening to make your smile brighter. Talk with a reputable cosmetic dentist to learn about the best options to get the results you want.
At Aesthetic Dentistry of Arrowhead in Arizona, you can get a complete smile makeover with these preferred celebrity treatments or other cosmetic procedures. A cosmetic dentist will meet with you to learn about your current dental health and find out your goals for treatment. Your dentist will then recommend the procedures that will get the best results for you. Our team also provides general dental health care, including a dental exam, fillings, pediatric dentistry, and more. Contact us in Arizona to learn more.
What Patients Say About Us
“Best Dentist around! Dr. Ceyhan and his staff are the best. Professional and personable! As a fellow local small business owner I can tell you this is the place to go for any dental work or cosmetic dentistry. I have a confident new smile thanks to the veneers I had done. Thank you always Dr. Ceyhan! You and your staff are the best and you have a customer for life.”
Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Do Porcelain Veneers Last?
With good care, porcelain veneers commonly last 10 to 15 years, and clinical studies show a large majority are still intact at the 10 year mark. Your bite and habits, like teeth grinding, affect how long they hold up, so we often recommend a night guard for patients who clench or grind.
What Is the Difference Between Veneers and Dental Bonding?
Veneers are thin porcelain shells bonded over the front of your teeth and typically last around 20 years, while bonding uses a composite material applied directly to the tooth and lasts closer to 5 years before it may need a touch-up. Veneers cost more upfront but hold their color better, while bonding is a faster, lower-cost fix for a chip or minor shape issue.
Can I Get Braces or Invisalign As an Adult?
Yes. Plenty of our adult patients choose ceramic braces or Invisalign to straighten their smile without the look of a mouth full of metal. Treatment length depends on your case, so a consultation is the best way to get a realistic timeline.
Will Teeth Whitening Match My Veneers or Bonding?
No. Whitening lightens natural tooth enamel, but it will not change the color of existing veneers, crowns, or bonding. If you are planning whitening alongside other cosmetic work, we usually recommend whitening first so any new restorations can be matched to your brighter shade.