I think President Trump has porcelain veneers, but my husband thinks his tan is what makes them look so white. I don’t care how tanned you are, that can’t be a natural white color. Which of us is right? Loser washes dishes for a week…so feel free to lie and say I’m right either way. […]
Disappointed in Smile Makeover
I asked my dentist to do porcelain veneers for me. I have one gum which is a little lower than on the other front tooth. In addition, the teeth are stained and short. Two are also chipped. I told him exactly what I wanted. When he did what he called provisionals I wasn’t thrilled. I […]
Dentist Wants to Place Lumineers
I want a smile makeover. My dentist told me he was just certified to place Lumineers and they’re great for makeovers. While he’s the dentist and likely knows best, I can’t get past this nagging feeling that if he just became certified he’ll be practicing on me. He can’t have been doing it long. Should […]
Can I Get Dental Implants?
I’ve been losing teeth for a bit and want to replace them. Can I get dental implants if I’m a healthy adult or are their other qualifications? Ken Dear Ken, While, under normal circumstances, it is a good sign that you are in great general health and that would make you a good candidate for […]
Dentures Keep Slipping
I’ve had dentures for a long time. While I’ve never loved them, they’ve always stayed fairly in place. Not anymore. They’re slipping all over the place. A few times they’ve even fallen out. I’m beginning to get paranoid. Is there any way to fix this or are they wearing out? Mercy Dear Mercy, The problem […]
Dental Implant Loose in Under 2 Years?
Is it normal for a dental implant to be loose in less than two years? I paid quite a bit of money for this and was told it would last for many years. If it is loose already, will I have to pay to have it re-done or will the dentist cover that? Corri Dear […]