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Whitening ToothPaste Stories

Whitening ToothPaste

So you want to flash those pearly whites?

Sure you can get yourself lasered, you can go to your dentist to get bleached, but what about the low tech method: toothpaste.

Dr. Marc Liechtung, a cosmetic dentist and owner of this laser whitening center, says they do have a role. “These products have become an adjunct to in office bleaching. So we tell our patients to go out after bleaching, and get whitening toothpaste.”

In whitening toothpastes, there are two general categories of whiteners—abrasives--the most common one is silica, and anti-tartar agents.

Unlike bleaching agents like hydrogen peroxide, which get into the tooth, these superficial whiteners clean surface stains--mostly along the gum line and in between teeth.

They get to stains from things like coffee and smoking.

“People want to get like 7-8 shades lighter they’re not going to do it with just toothpaste,”says Dr. Liechtung.

But Dr. Robert Gerlach, who leads the studies on whitening at crest, says the right whitening toothpaste can make a huge difference. “The before and after images are remarkable; the patient clearly looks remarkably better. But we haven’t affected the underlying tooth color. To do that we have to diffuse peroxide in. So if you don’t have stain on your teeth, we can’t remove that stain.”

Dr. Gerlach says there are innumerable studies to back up the whitening claims. And to add to that, four crest and three Colgate pastes have the ADA seal of approval for whitening.

Dr. Clifford Whall, Director of the ADA Acceptance Program, says, “Our guidelines set specific levels of whiteness that they have to achieve in order to receive our seal.”

That’s not to say other toothpastes with whitening on the label but without the seal don’t whiten…in fact, if they contain silica, for example, they probably do.

“The second thing the whitening toothpaste do, however, is they prevent daily stain accumulation,” states Dr. Gerlach.

The ADA seal adds a layer of guarantee that there is clinical data to back up the claim. (Read more about Whitening ToothPaste)

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SNAP-ON-TEETH Stories

SNAP-ON-TEETH

Along with picking out the perfect wedding gown, bride to be, Jennifer Vasquez, also wants the perfect smile on her wedding day. Jennifer saved herself considerable time and money by opting for snap-on teeth.
“Over the years, my teeth have been slowly getting smaller and duller,” says Jennifer. Trying to save for her wedding, spending a lot of money on veneers wasn’t an option, which is why Jennifer went with snap-on teeth. (Read more about SNAP-ON-TEETH)

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DENTAL DECAY Stories

DENTAL DECAY

Megan Moynihan never suspected that her regularly scheduled visit to the dentist would have her facing the drill. “I came in for a check-up and a cleaning and they took X-rays. It turned out that I had 7 cavities,” says Megan. (Read more about DENTAL DECAY)

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Cosmetic Dentist Laguna Hills, California

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills, California 92653
Call 949-707-5273

You want people to see a nice smile when you open your mouth, a bright set of beautiful teeth that leaves a good impression, but stained teeth from smoking and coffee can make difficult. Maybe a few teeth aren't straight that you don't like the look of, and if you want your teeth to look better, a cosmetic dentist is the one to talk to. In Laguna Hills, California, Dr. Payam Ataii of the Laser Dental Center helps people show the world how beautiful their smiles can be.

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Teeth Whitening Manhattan

 New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts
250 E. 58th st
NYC, NY 10022
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If you're ashamed to show off your teeth because they aren't at their whitest, then here's a promising solution for you. At his practice in Manhattan, New York, New Century Smile Dental Arts can provide you with an effective teeth whitening treatment that is designed to help you attain a fresh-looking, sparkly smile. After seeing New Century Smile Dental Arts, you will be able to show the world your confidence. Thanks to his skillful approach, hiding your smile no longer has to be your only option.

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Oral Surgeon Laguna Hills, California

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills, California 92653
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Is gum disease ruining your smile or making your worry about possible tooth loss? An oral surgeon can stop the loss of gum tissue using new technologies like lasers, and at the Laser Dental Center in Laguna Hills, San Diego, California, Dr. Payam C. Ataii uses his more than 10 years of experience to keep people smiling bigger and brighter every day.

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Crowns Manhattan, NYC

 New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts
250 E. 58th st
NYC, NY 10022
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Want beautiful crowns that help improve your smile? The dentists of New Century Smile Dental Arts, full of cosmetic dentists on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, NYC has specialty training in prosthodontics. With years of clinical experience, they understands the dynamics of a smile and what it means to you. They use their knowledge of dentistry to give you the smile you want to enhance your overall appearance.

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Affordable Cosmetic Dentist Manhattan, NYC

 New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts
250 E. 58th st
NYC, NY 10022
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Need an affordable solution to cosmetic dental care? Are you in need of quality service care for your teeth at reasonable rates but are worried about the quality of the results? If so, the dental office of New Century Smile Dental Arts in Manhattan, NYC offers a manageable and cost-effective option to Cosmetic Dental Care.

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Straighten Teeth with Invisalign Laguna Hills, California

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills, California 92653
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A great smile is a perfect way to capture attention and make a good first impression. Conversely, a crooked grin is an easy way to turn people off, but braces have a way of doing the same thing. If your teeth just don't line up like you want them to, you can get them straightened out with Invisalign, invisible braces that you can barely see that are sure to give you a nice even set of teeth to show off, and in Laguna Hills, California, Dr. Payam Ataii of the Laser Dental Center is an expert in this new technology.

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Invisible Braces Upper East Side New York

 New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts
250 E. 58th st
Manhattan, NY 10022
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If your teeth are slightly crooked, it's understandable that you would want to find an effective way to straighten them out. However, the process of wearing braces can seem as unappealing as leaving your teeth the way they are, making you feel less confident about showing off your smile. But, the professionals at New Century Smile Dental Arts offers a more attractive alternative to noticeable looking braces at his practice in Upper East Side, New York. They provide invisible braces designed to help you achieve that beautiful straight-looking smile without having to share the secret.

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Affordable Dentist Manhattan, NYC

 New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts
250 E. 58th st
NYC, NY 10022
Call (888) 798-6999

Need affordable dental treatment to help your smile look great all of the time? Are your teeth in dire need of professional care but are you afraid of spending money on costly procedures? Fear not, the dental office of New Century Smile Dental Arts which is located in Manhattan, NYC, can give you an affordable alternative to costly procedures.

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Laser Dental Center Laguna Hills, California

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills, California 92653
Call 949-707-5273

Your teeth are an important part of your health. They help you eat and live, so of course, it important to take care of them. Due to advancements in the field, dental care has never been as easy nor as effective as it is now. The main advance has been with lasers. Whether it is in cosmetic dentistry or traditional dentistry, the level of care has increased. At the Laser Dental Center in Laguna Hills, California, Dr. Payam Ataii makes use of this new technology to bring the highest standard of care to his patients.

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Teeth Whitening Upper East Side, Manhattan

Dr. New Century Smile Dental Arts

Dr. New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts
250 E. 58th st
NYC, NY 10022
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Want to rid yourself of stained teeth? Want a brighter smile to reflect your inner beauty, but are tired of over-the-counter remedies that fail to work? If so, the solution to a clean and clear smile can be found in the Dental Office of New Century Smile Dental Arts in Upper East Side, Manhattan.

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Dr. Payam Ataii, D.M.D.

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills, California 92653
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Is pain in your mouth causing you intractable suffering, leaving you in need of dental care? Many dentists use Dental Drills. Dental Drills are very forceful and cumbersome machines that can make treatment unduly painful and invasive. A pleasant alternative to Dental Drills is Laser Dental Surgery. Dr. Payam Ataii, D.M.D. is a highly proficient practitioner of laser Dental Surgery. Laser Dental Surgery allows doctors to focus precisely on treating only the damaged, unhealthy tissue, reducing patient discomfort and recovery time. Dr. Ataii's treatment can free you from the spinal chills that come from invasive metal dental drills.

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Cosmetic Dentist Central Park West

 New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts
250 E. 58th st
NYC, NY 10022
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Don't just look for any cosmetic dentist in NYC - chose one with experience and dedication. Dr. Howard B. Marshall, DDS and Dr. George Manthas, DDS at New Century Smile Dental Arts has years of hospital based practice and serves each patient with dedication and care.

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Get Your Teeth Whitened Manhattan, NYC

Dr. New Century Smile Dental Arts

Dr. New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts
250 E. 58th st
NYC, NY 10022
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Want to improve your smile? Teeth whitening with New Century Smile Dental Arts can put the smile back on your face. The cosmetic dentists there who work out of an office in Manhattan, NYC on the Upper East Side understand the dynamics of a smile and what it means to you. They use their knowledge of dentistry to give you the smile you want to enhance your overall appearance. Their years of clinical practice has given them valuable insights that they use to give your teeth the best possible care.

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Laser Dentistry Laguna Hills, California

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills, California 92653
Call 949-707-5273

Taking care of your teeth is important as we all know, and a dentist can help you maintain a beautiful smile. In modern dentistry, a laser gives dentists a newer, more powerful tool to keep teeth looking their best and working the way they should. In Laguna Hills, California, the Laser Dental Center and Dr. Payam Ataii are skilled in cosmetic and general practices as well as leading the way into the future of oral hygiene and care with laser dentistry.

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Cosmetic Surgery Center San Diego, California

Dr. Alexander Ataii, M.D.

Dr. Alexander Ataii, M.D.

Laser Clinique - Aesthetic, Surgical, Medical and Dental Spa
4765 Carmel Mountain Rd. Suite #207
San Diego, California 92130
Call 888-781-7097

For all of us, age and the wear and tear we put our bodies through eventually begins to show. A little sag here, a few wrinkles there, perhaps a little belly that doesn't seem to go away despite the diets and exercise. A cosmetic surgery center has the answers for these problems and can help you show off how good you feel inside. At Laser Clinique in San Diego, California, Dr. Alexander Ataii helps people look their best using to-the-minute cosmetic technology and his own exceptional education and experience.

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Laser Oral Surgery Laguna Hills, California

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills, California 92653
Call 949-707-5273

If you are experiencing severe mouth pain oral surgery could provide what you're looking for. The Oral Surgery Center of Laguna Hills, CA provides affordable, reliable and dependable laser dental surgery without the painful experience and convalescence of cumbersome, invasive dental drills. Laser oral surgery can give you the help you need without lasting convalescence pain to remind you of your previous suffering.

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Derek Duong

Dr. Derek Duong, D.D.S.

Dr. Derek Duong, D.D.S.

Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills, California 92653
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If painful dental visits have hurt more than they've healed then perhaps it's time to switch to laser dental surgery. Dr. Derek Duong, D.D.S. is a highly experienced laser dental surgeon. Dr. Derek Duong's Laser Dental Surgery can give you the comforting healing that you need without leaving your recovery with painful reminders of your suffering.

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Veneers Manhattan, NYC

Dr. New Century Smile Dental Arts

Dr. New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts
250 E. 58th st
Manhattan, NY 10022
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Need to makeover your teeth with veneers? New Century Smile Dental Arts in Manhattan, NYC offers lumineers for better looking teeth. These are an alternative to the traditional porcelain veneers. New Century offers a range of general and cosmetic dentistry services at their Upper East Side, Manhattan office.

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Cosmetic Dentist Upper East Side Manhattan

Dr. New Century Smile Dental Arts

Dr. New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts
250 E. 58th st
NYC, NY 10022
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Looking for a qualified cosmetic dentist? Restore your dental health with New Century Smile Dental Arts in Manhattan, NYC a skilled and experienced dentist whose specialty is prosthodontics. They works on crowns, bridges, partial and complete dentures and implants. New Century Smile Dental Arts also offers general dentistry services. They brings to his work 30 years of clinical practice including years of rigorous post-doctoral training and teaching other dentists.

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Find a Dentist Laguna Hills, California

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills, California 92653
Call 949-707-5273

Are you in need of a dentist but the possibility of being incapacitated by painful, invasive surgery is something you can't afford? Laser Dental Surgery may be the best alternative for you situation. Laser Dental Surgery allows doctors to focus precisely on treating only the damaged, unhealthy tissue, reducing patient discomfort and recovery time. The Laser Dental Surgery Center of Laguna Hills, CA can provide you with the help and comfort you need without using an invasive dental drill to remind you of your suffering.

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