How to pick the
Best Cosmetic Dentist in Marina Del Rey

 

Experience Matters

The dentistry of Sam Muslin DDS MAGD (MASTER - Academy of General Dentistry) is arguably incomparable to that of other Marina Del Rey dentists for several reasons. He has been doing dentistry for over thirty years and has seen almost every type of dental issue.

From his experience with full mouth cases, he has developed an "eye" for cosmetic enhancements as well as physical necessities for each patient. He can quickly tell if the bite needs to be lifted; the teeth should be lengthened, or shortened, or if an arch should be widened.

Some people can have their teeth changed to improve their speech. Other patients get treated to reduce pain and discomfort. The amount of treatment strictly depends on the patient's needs and can range from treating one tooth to rebuilding the bite to the Face Lift Dentistry ®. Read more about Dr. Sam Muslin's work on his Cosmetic Dentistry in Marina Del Rey blog.

The Dynamics of the Perfect Smile

The "perfect smile" means different things to different people and the final smile design needs to be compatible with the vision of the patient. The best smile makeovers involve input from the patient in order to develop the way the patients see themselves. While some patients want the most natural looking smile, others prefer the whitest of white, "Hollywood Celebrity-style" teeth. Even a 79 year old patient undergoing Face Lift Dentistry ® said, "Doctor, I want the whitest teeth possible". When we suggested that it would not look very natural, she then said, "Doctor, get with it, white teeth are in!" Our patient got the teeth she wanted and she couldn't be happier.

Cosmetic Dentistry

Traditional cosmetic dentistry focuses on improving the appearance of the teeth and smile. Many dentists claim to be a cosmetic dentist with minimal training and experience. We know that few dentists deliver the cosmetic result a patient hopes for because we continue to see a significant number of patients who are very unsatisfied with their existing cosmetic dentistry. They are disappointed and confused. In the early days of cosmetic dentistry, almost any improvement was acceptable. However, today's patients has become more sophisticated and educated. They want exceptional quality and specifications that they envision for their cosmetic dental treatment. Cosmetic dentistry is evolving to look more natural rather than fake bulky looking teeth.

Straight Teeth

There are various methods to make teeth straighter (i.e.: orthodontics, braces and Invisalign ®). Invisalign ® uses a removable, clear plastic appliance that gradually aligns the teeth. Treatment time usually takes one to two years and a lifetime of wearing retainers is necessary to keep the teeth straight. Alternatively, porcelain veneers can also be used as a method of making teeth look straight. Non-invasive porcelain veneers (such as Lumineers ® and many other brands) are very thin shells of porcelain or porcelain-like materials that are bonded to the natural teeth. Unlike braces or Invisalign, however, veneer treatment can be completed in a couple of weeks. This is great for those who do not want to go through the lengthy hassle of orthodontics, but the cost for veneers can be substantially higher, depending on how many teeth are restored. Porcelain veneers are made from a wide range of porcelain or porcelain "like" materials.

White Teeth Are Healthy Teeth

White teeth can portray a younger and healthier image. Patients are becoming more aware about their dental health and color of their teeth teeth. There is no doubt that white teeth are considered attractive and healthy-looking, but even greater measures of our health are our gums and hygiene. The health of the patient is improved as their hygiene improves; fortunately, teeth whitening solutions are generally antibacterial and can effectively fight gum infection. For some patients, Dr. Muslin recommends teeth whitening to kill the gum infection and reduce gingival swelling more quickly. With the proper tray design and teeth whitening materials, the gum infection can be significantly reduced. Porcelain veneers can also be used for patients who want whiter teeth but do not want to chemically bleach their teeth. Porcelain veneers permanently whiten teeth and with the development of non-invasive dentistry, the health of the patient's teeth is not compromised.

Best Bites & Dental Implants

A bad bite can create some serious dental issues. Patients can experience a great deal of discomfort and pain, as the bite gets worse. Missing teeth cause shifting of the natural teeth that can lead to a bad bite or make a bad bite worse. With the development of dental implants, missing teeth can be replaced with greater speed and treatment success. The dental implants are getting easier to place, are very strong and can last a lifetime, all while preserving the jawbone. When all of the teeth are present, teeth do not shift as easily and the bite is more stable.

The Best Cosmetic Dentist

Even the best cosmetic dentists focus, almost exclusively, on the appearance. A complete smile makeover involves much more than the appearance of the teeth. Health, comfort and function are integral parts of the restorative procedure and must be taken into account for every patient to ensure longevity of the results and patient satisfaction. The variety of patient's characteristics (facial dimensions, lip length, bites and TMJ issues) demands a dentist with extensive experience. A great smile has to be perfected in every dimension and an artistic eye and creative porcelain can yield a perfect smile makeover. Any dentist can say that his or her work is "the best", but the before and after photos of the patients will determine if you have chosen the best cosmetic dentist.

Please view the before and after photos of Dr. Muslin's work and then decide as so many patients have said, "he can handle all of my problems and then some."

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Finding the Best Cosmetic Dentist, Marina Del Rey
Sam Muslin, DDS, MAGD
1908 Santa Monica Blvd
California CA 90404
(310) 829-6796