Washington D.C. Cosmetic Dentistry Blog - Washington Center for Dentistry

Veneers: The Antidote to Aging!

2010-02-25T18:18:00.002-05:00

If you feel like no matter how much you whiten your teeth, your smile still ages you, you are not alone. Many patients feel the same way, and we often remind them that it might be time to think about veneers.

Many of our patients experience a drastic difference in their appearance with veneers. With this porcelain application, we can control the color, position, shape and size of what will be your new teeth. That is why veneers offer the ultimate ability to achieve a dramatic smile change.

Ideal for correcting teeth that are crooked, discolored, worn or chipped, veneers are wafer-thin shells of porcelain that are bonded onto the front side of teeth. And since the two front teeth get shorter over time due to wear, veneers are most commonly placed over the front eight or 10 teeth to balance out the smile and give a natural, younger, look!

Peter Rinaldi, DMD

"When Do I Replace My Toothbrush?"

2010-01-31T14:12:00.002-05:00

Now that we all are firmly committed to a new year dedicated to health, it seems appropriate to review the basics in oral care. And the question about how often to replace our toothbrush is definitely a #1 query among our patients.
The answer: Replace your toothbrush every three months or after you've been sick.

Here are other important tips:
* Floss daily
* Brush with fluoride toothpaste twice a day (Fluoride can reduce tooth decay by as much as 40 percent.)
* Visit your dentist at least twice a year for routine hygiene check-ups and cleanings.
* Use a soft-bristled toothbrush to reach every surface of each tooth.
* If bristles on your toothbrush are bent or frayed, buy a new one.
* Brush properly - To clean the outside surfaces of your teeth, position the brush at a 45-degree angle where your gums and teeth meet. Gently move the brush in a circular motion using short, gentle strokes. To clean the inside surfaces of the upper-and-lower front teeth, hold the brush vertically. Make several gentle strokes over each tooth and its surrounding gum tissue.
* Spend at least three minutes brushing.
* Floss properly - Gently insert floss between teeth using a back-and-forth motion. Do not force the floss or snap it into place. Curve the floss into a C-shape against one tooth and then the other.

Happy New Year!

2010-01-03T18:24:00.005-05:00

Now that we're entering a brand new decade of 2010--we're excited about the promise of a fulfilling and joyous year ahead.
At Washington Center for Dentistry, we welcome the challenge of creating an even healthier life in the years to come:
We invite you to join us in embracing Dr. Michael Roizen's "Eleven Steps to a Healthier You:"
1. Sleep at least seven hours a night to allow the cells to regenerate. Human growth hormone, secreted during sleep, is required to build new muscle and burn fat.
2. Eat breakfast every day to help your metabolism function efficiently, and prevent overeating later in the day. It also reduces the risk of obesity and related diseases.
3. Brush and floss at least two times a day. Gum disease can lead to heart disease. Bacteria from the gums can cause narrowing and hardening of the arteries.
4. Wear sunscreen every day. An SPF of 15 or higher will keep your skin smooth and wrinkle free and protect against harmful rays.
5. Nurture great friendships. A strong social network cuts stress and maintains a healthy immune system.
6. Get daily exercise. Exercise helps lower "bad" cholesterol and inhibits arthritis and Alzheimer's disease.
7. Have a glass of red wine every day. Drinking red or white wine - in moderation - has been found to protect against stroke, heart problems and some forms of cancer.
8. Get a pet. Pet owners, especially those with dogs, live longer than people who don't have pets.
9. Have sex at least three times a week. Sex relieves stress, reduces the risk of hypertension and boosts immunity.
10. Keep your lungs smoke-free! Smoking ages the heart and lungs. Quitting reverses the damage, giving lungs new life.
11. Laugh--several times a day! A good dose of laughter helps keep the immune system healthy.
Best of luck to all in 2010!

New Early-Morning, Evening, Weekend Appointment Times!

2009-11-21T12:59:00.004-05:00

Have you ever wished you could schedule a routine dental check up without the stress of leaving work during your busy day?

And what about that new smile you dream about, but keep putting off, because there's just no way to take time out of the office?

Now you can have dental care on your own time.

We are pleased to announce new convenient early morning, evening and weekend appointment hours at the Washington Center for Dentistry.

Call or click NOW to set up a consultation or check up appointment.
202-509-9719 or info@washdent.com

Be well...judi

Eat Breakfast for a Great Life!

2009-09-15T18:23:00.003-04:00

Don't skip breakfast.
That advice tops a list of health-tips-to-swear-by in this month's Men's Health magazine.
Best-selling author, Dr. Mehmet Oz--who puts his mouth where his money is--says his morning standby is a perfect way to stave off hunger in the afternoon: steel-cut oatmeal, mixed with raisins, walnuts and flaxseed oil.
And another great pay-off of getting an early start with this high fiber meal, Dr. Oz says, is that it "also keeps your metabolism more active throughout the day; breakfast eaters are thinner than people who just rush out the door."
Be well...judi

German Dentist Visits Our Office for a Week

2009-08-13T11:48:00.005-04:00

Digital X-ray. Digital patient records. Advanced cosmetic dentistry. These are among the highlights noted recently by our esteemed guest from the dental community in Germany. From his small town near the Swiss border, a visiting dentist arrived in DC to see how our doctors provide fine dentistry in the nation's capital.
"Dr. Rinaldi is the most artistic dentist I've ever met," said Dr. Albert, who spent a week observing our doctors providing day-to-day treatments--from tooth-colored fillings to porcelain crowns to porcelain veneers. "I plan to bring home what I have learned to share with my fellow dentists."
Last year, Dr. Albert was a student of Dr. Rinaldi, who was teaching a course on veneers in London.
Be well...judi

We Made the List: Best Dentists in Washington!!!

2009-07-27T16:32:00.003-04:00

Congratulations to our very own BEST DENTISTS in WASHINGTONIAN magazine! Dr. Daniel Deutsch, Dr. Marc Doctors, Dr. Sherman Telis, and Dr. Madjid Matin--are on the high-profile publication's list of "Top Dentists."

The list in the August issue is meant as a helpful guide to find top practitioners in the field of dental care.

"We always strive for excellence, and it's great to be included," says Dr. Deutsch, who has appeared on the list--along with his colleagues--for more than 20 years.

The Washingtonian staff surveyed more than 1,500 dentists, who named the general dentist they would choose for their own family.

The Washingtonian staff notes that this is one of their most popular issues, since readers are always looking for a reliable source for fine dental care. And what better endorsement than to be chosen "Best Dentist" by your peers?
Be well...judi

Smile and the (Fashion) World Smiles With You

2009-07-22T12:51:00.003-04:00

Okay, for most of us regular people, life as we know it has nothing to do with the prestigious "Fashion Week" held in Paris every spring.
But, still we can chuckle over the "unsettling sight...during designer Stella McCartney's show that the models stalking down the runway were actually smiling."
Reported by Laura Barton, in the London newspaper, The Guardian, this occurrence is remarkable because "...the smile is of course a highly unusual sight in fashion." The better to engender the arrogance of elitism? Or to exude an air of sophistication?
Haughty images aside, in these dark, global economic times, Barton proposes that "a little more smiling is precisely what we need. Isn't it time someone...launched a campaign to turn that frown upside down?"
We at the Washington Center for Dentistry could not agree more!

Be well...judi

See Us in This Month's New Beauty!

2009-07-07T18:43:00.004-04:00

We've made a big splash this month--in the latest issue of "New Beauty" magazine--with none other than Project Runway's Heidi Klum on the cover!

Touted as the world's most unique beauty magazine, the glossy publication often is referred to as THE BIBLE, when it comes to guidance and cutting-edge info on cosmetic enhancement treatments.

Readers seek out each quarterly issue for its exhaustive reviews on the latest in products and services--from skin care to foot care, from eye lifts to gum lifts.
We are this month honored to be presented among the magazine's top doctors in the field of cosmetic dentistry.
Check us out on page 160: "At the Washington Center for Dentistry, patients are in for five-star treatment before they even step foot in the tranquil, warm-toned office. ...Positioned as an exclusive office for discerning clientele, ....(the practice) is a sought-after destination for honorable, ethical results."
"Our model is to be a practice that is a center for excellence, our watchwords are 'training' and 'service.' " " says Dr. Daniel J. Deutsch, who practices with five colleagues, Dr. Marc D. Doctors, Dr. Sherman H. Telis, Dr. Peter Rinaldi, Dr. Annie S. Yu.
Say the doctors: "Together, our goal is to attain beautiful, luminous teeth that really make the smile sparkle."

Men Need/Want a Great Smile, Too!

2009-06-25T12:40:00.011-04:00

Men Need/Want a Great Smile, Too!

"A young, healthy smile now is part of good grooming." So says Dr. Daniel J Deutsch, at the Washington Center for Dentistry, about the increasing number of men who seek out esthetic dental services in his practice.

"It used to be that women patients talked about cosmetic concerns when it came to their teeth," he says. "But now more and more men ask about keeping up their looks with bleaching, veneers and bonding."

Dr. Deutsch explains that many of his male patients are noticing how a colleague's improved smile provides important currency in the world of business.

And that business environment has changed. Men no longer can expect to work for one employer in their lifetime. And today's lay-offs and company closings are forcing middle-aged men to compete for jobs with their younger counterparts, making appearance a desirable factor in the work place.

"It used to be that men waved off the notion of the smallest appearance-related treatment," says Dr. Deutsch. "Now, they're calling up and scheduling to have it all done at once."

Early Visits to the Dentist Shape Us as Patients

2009-05-20T12:41:00.013-04:00

We recently greeted a new patient with our usual: a warm welcome, a tour of the office and an offer of a bottle of cool spring water. But, this visit was anything but routine for the 29-year-old education administrator.

And so it was surprising to note that the otherwise sophisticated and cool professional seemed clearly uncomfortable in our office. We later learned that a bad experience as a young girl had made her deathly afraid of the dentist.

"This is a typical instance where a trauma at the dentist early in life can shape the kind of dental patient you will be as an adult," says Dr. Annie Yu, at the Washington Center for Dentistry. "Stating he intended only to "check" on a very loose tooth in her mouth, the dentist instead yanked hard. The tooth was not ready to come out. Trauma resulted for the then little girl patient who had placed a lot of innocant trust in the only dental professional she knew."

The patient now is dealing with a complex problem: anxiety about dentistry and dental problems stemming from neglect from anxiety about dentistry. "Sometimes these traumas leave deep scars," says Dr. Yu. "So we try to ease them back into a dental comfort zone and stable health."

Dr. Yu's approach includes making shorter appointments that are easier to tolerate and nitrous oxide and oral premedication that help ease anxiety. "All of these strategies help the patient experience a new reality in the dentist's office that is not threatening and much more comfortable," Dr Yu says. "These things really work."
Be well...judi

People Say the Nicest Things!

2009-04-29T19:10:00.003-04:00

Go to Yelp.com for Some Good Stuff About Our Office

The internet is an amazing source of information--even when it comes to how patients feel about our office.
I was trolling on the site called "yelp.com," and found some reviews written about our office and our Dr. Marc Doctors. Talk about amazing comments! And talk about extensive detail. It's wonderful to be appreciated exactly as we hope to be appreciated. Here's a sampling of some comments--in the patient's own words:
"(Dr. Doctors) is so funny and sweet, and is also very talented. He listens to killer music while he works on you, too."... He is also just the kind of guy you'd want to hang out and drink some beers with. He has a warm smile and a good handshake. He is almost always jovial, but he's way serious about his work. He keeps you informed and talks you through things."
"While he's working on you, he chats...and is really communicative. And not just with you, but with his entire team. You just feel like everyone knows what's up and the best way to address your problem. He has a good relationship with his technicians. They know him well, and they work as a team. His work is clean and professional. He knows his stuff. Really, what more can you ask for? He's the best dentist I've ever had."
All we can say is, "Amen." and "Thank you."

Be well...judi

May the Power Be With You!

2009-04-13T18:28:00.008-04:00

Electric Toothbrushes Up the Wattage of Your Pearly Whites!

Here's the latest word when it comes to toothbrushes: Go for power! Whether run by battery or electricity, these auto-brushes come in a wide variety: Some pulse. Some rotate. Some pulse and rotate. And some vibrate at "sonic" speed.

No matter the version--dentists and dental hygienists tout the effectiveness of an electric-powered toothbrush. And get the one with a small round head. Brushes with large heads don't easily reach into small areas--like the backs of rear molars.

"You need to get bristles--which mimic the curved shape of the gum tissue around each tooth--to run right along that arcing line," says Soosan Mehrani, our hygienist at the Washington Center for Dentistry. "And the mechanical action works as an exercise machine for your gums, keeping them pink, tight--just like they should be!"

And so it's no surprise that dental professionals observe that motorized models are less technique-sensitive. "How often are we tired before bed and fail to give our all to proper brushing," Soosan says. "This often leads to food building up in certain areas, causing inflammation and problems."

So the answer is an electric model that pulses and rotates in a consistent way--no matter how tired we are. We get a solid, competent brushing every time, even in the back of the back of our mouth. And our smile stays healthy the electric way! And may the force be with you!

Be well...judi

Down Economy Sparks Up-Surge in New Smiles

2009-03-30T15:20:00.003-04:00

Today's Job Applicants Add Teeth to Their Appearance Checklist

These have been challenging times for Annette S.--who recently joined the ranks of unemployed attorneys in Washington, DC--and soon after joined the ranks of people with a brand new smile!

"I was out on the job market for the first time in years, and the first thing I thought was 'I need a better smile,' " says the mother of two young boys. "I need everything going for me when I feel like competition is so fierce."

Annette searched online, and chose our office after viewing the before-and-after photos on our website. "The photos showed real people getting good looking smiles," says Annette, who explains that it was so important to get a natural look that would be right for her.

"The smiles we display on our website--of our very own patients--are key reasons many people feel comfortable coming here," says Dr. Daniel J. Deutsch, of the Washington Center for Dentistry, in Washington, DC. "When it comes to such an important thing like a smile, people need something to help them decide who to trust."

And so after one whitening session, gum reshaping, and six veneers--Annette now glows with the confidence of a woman with a stunning smile. A smile that is just right for her.

Be well...judi

For Our VIP Patients: Subtle is the New Bold!

2009-03-03T13:29:00.005-05:00

Ever wonder where high-profile celebrities in our area get their beautiful smiles? Well, when it comes to professional athletes, news anchors and reporters, well-heeled fundraiser-types, government, business big-wigs and fashionistas--we can proudly say: "THEY COME HERE!"

While we can't name names, we do get our share of patients who might be termed
A-Listers--for those of us who keep up with those things.

But the curious thing we can divulge is that when it comes to their smiles, the well-known are extremely interested in ways to keep up appearances--with little or no detection.

Fortunately, today's advanced dentistry works well in the "subtlety" department. Especially when it comes to the new esthetic of keeping things "natural."

Here are examples of treatments that make a big difference, but easily go undetected:
* Whitening and Invisalign invisible braces provide a clean, bright, symmetrical new look.
* Whitening and four upper porcelain veneers work wonders for a new look.
* Whitening and four upper front porcelain crowns and four lower porcelain crowns create a young, healthy new smile.
* Implants, whitening and porcelain veneers fill out the lip-line and provide a young, healthy look.
Be well...judi

"The Inaugural Smile: A New Look For A New Administration"

2009-01-08T21:07:00.009-05:00

Contractors and political organizers are not the only workers spiffing up things around here for the big inaugural doings next week. It appears many people have been spiffing up other things for the new regime as well: Their smiles.

"Call it inaugural fever, but one patient who has been thinking about improving his smile for along time, was so excited about our new president coming to town that he decided now is the time to look his best for all the parties and celebrations he's going to," says Dr. Sherman H. Telis, of the Washington Center for Dentistry, a practice located just a few blocks from The White House.

Here's the rundown on the new smile:
* Our technician conducted a Britesmile whitening session to lighten all existing teeth.
* Our periodontist, Dr. Madjid Matin, reshaped the gum tissue around the front teeth to provide a graceful new smile line.
* Dr. Telis placed eight lustrous all-porcelain crowns to create an exquisite new smile.

"Now he's happy to face the inauguration in 2009!" says Dr. Telis.

And it appears inaugural fever reaches as far away as Moscow. From thousands of miles--but only a cyber-click away--our first new patient from that part of the world came all the way to our office this week--for a complete smile makeover!! She was certainly happy to be visiting during such a momentous time for our country.

"This beautiful young woman said she researched dentists all over the internet, and we are immensely flattered that she felt instantly comfortable coming here to get the smile she always wanted," says Dr. Daniel J. Deutsch, also of the Washington Center for Dentistry. "And being here this week is a bonus."

Here's the rundown on her new smile:
* Our technician conducted a Britesmile whitening session to lighten the shade of the existing teeth.
* Dr. Peter Rinaldi placed ten beautiful all-porcelain "Art-Sculpt" veneers across the top of her smile.
* Dr. Deutsch placed seven exquisite all-porcelain crowns and bridges to enhance and replace missing teeth on her lower arch.

The Happy Inaugural Result: Two stunning new smiles that would befit any new administration.

Be well...judi

Extra! Extra! Read All About Us in the December Washingtonian Magazine!

2008-12-16T19:00:00.004-05:00

Cosmetic Dentistry story highlights our patients!

Check us out in December's Washingtonian magazine to read an interview with our Dr. Peter Rinaldi, and see before-and-after photos of our own happy patients.

"With smile makeovers, I'm looking at the whole unit--all the teeth, not a single tooth," says Dr. Rinaldi, in the expansive 20-page spread that covers cosmetic dentistry from whitening to bonding to Invisalign braces to veneers.

The comprehensive article, "Get a Great Smile," presents Rinaldi's approach to smile design--in his own words: "Eye and skin color, lips, bite, smile, how you talk--it all interrelates," says Dr. Rinaldi. "This is an art form, like good plastic surgery."

Also prominently displayed are before-and-after photos of our patients--proudly showing off their new smiles. "People said, 'Did you have your hair done? You look refreshed,' " says Marti Lazear, who sports eight new veneers to correct teeth that shifted after wearing braces as a young girl. "I think it's from smiling more!" Lazear came to the Washington Center for Dentistry for a consult with Dr. Rinaldi, and had her lustrous Art-Sculpt veneers applied that very day.

You can see how ten new veneers have transformed our patient Kimberly Jordan on page 149. The custom porcelain laminates were designed to lighten her gray, unflattering teeth into a strong, glowing smile of confidence. "When I was a child, people asked, 'Why are your teeth that color? " says Jordan, of the tetracycline dark stains on her teeth. She tried bonding, but that didn't work. Now the veneers "feel natural," she says.

Today's porcelains are engineered to be strong and appear more like actual teeth than ever before. "The porcelains now are very, very good," Dr. Rinaldi says. "They mimic natural tooth structure. They're strong, reflect light, and are color-stable. And these restorative materials allow us to be very conservative in our approach to rebuilding the tooth."

We're so happy that our patients can read about our wonderful results in Washingtonian!

Be well...judi

Our Dr. Rinaldi Honored as "Mentor" in Cosmetic Dentistry!

2008-11-25T18:16:00.004-05:00

We aren't surprised, but we're so proud that one of our doctors was recently appointed as mentor and senior instructor at a distinguished teaching institution in the field of advanced cosmetic dentistry.

The California Center for Advanced Dental Studies (CCADS) announced last week that Dr. Rinaldi has been invited to join the team of educators who contribute their time to instruct other doctors seeking assistance or mentoring in the field of cosmetic dentistry.

"What distinguishes our mentors is their comprehension and use of advanced clinical protocols for veneers...and their overall commitment to excellence in their own dental practices," said Garrett Caldwell, president of CCAD. Dr. Caldwell noted that Dr. Rinaldi's selection is the result of a rigorous evaluation and review of the doctor's education, dental practice and overall integrity.

With 20 years experience in the field of cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Rinaldi has placed more than 30,000 porcelain laminate veneers. He also holds the rare distinction of being accredited with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He is a proud member of our team of cosmetic dentists at the Washington Center for Dentistry, which has been nationally recognized for creating beautiful, natural-looking smiles.

Be well...judi

Election Spurs Lots of Calls to Our Office!

2008-11-12T16:06:00.007-05:00

Our schedule is filling up fast!

Something has changed since the presidential election. Can you hear the sigh of relief? The country is moving on and people are taking action--even when it comes to their teeth.

"I'm calling for a consult to talk about whitening and veneers." "I'm calling to set up that long-overdue hygiene and check-up visit." This is what we're hearing every day, as our appointment schedule is filling up fast.

The urgency reflects not only a concern with maintaining health, but with maintaining appearance. Our patients seem to be focusing on the basics.

And they continue--especially in an uncertain job market--to make sure that they look their best.

After all, a new administration brings new opportunities for many of our patients, and they want to be ready for any thing.

Be well...judi

"Politics and Teeth" - When it comes to the campaign trail, smiles do count!

2008-10-29T12:17:00.005-04:00

Veneers, crowns, implants, bleaching, Invisalign--all have been on the agenda for our patients--of all political stripes--who have been deep in the fray of presidential politics. And it's been exciting to do our part in improving and maintaining camera-ready smiles for national TV, campaign rallies and fundraisers.
"One of the benefits of being in Washington, DC is that we see many news people, congressmen, consultants, party big-wigs, activists who apparently see the value of a good smile in politics," says Dr. Daniel J. Deutsch, of the Washington Center for Dentistry, in Washington, DC.
Dr. Deutsch wasn't naming names, but he noted that it was "fun" to turn on the TV every night and see patients who are newsmen and pundits show up on CNN and MSNBC with their good-looking smiles.
Dr. Marc Doctors, also of the Washington Center, said he was surprised that people took time during the campaign to come in for what ever it took to look their best--from routine check-ups to upper-and-lower veneers.
"Having on-air appeal definitely includes your teeth," he said.
And as the long campaign season draws to a close, one political pundit noted that whitening his teeth was a must before he hit the campaign trail. "Nowadays, it's the person with the 'needy' smile that is the exception," he said. "You want to be at the top of the list of producers calling for people to comment on events going on. Every one knows that means more than giving great analysis. You have to look good while you're giving it."

Be well...judi

"Dentistry and the Stock Market!"

2008-10-14T15:35:00.007-04:00

The Lure of a Beautiful Smile Reigns Even in Uncertain Times

Patrice A. came in a few weeks ago determined to upgrade her smile. And even when the recent up-and-down stock market days forced a few hasty delays--four rescheduled appointments!--the 42-year-old financial planner finally got the new smile she always wanted.

"I've been spending every day calming the nerves of my clients, but I still kept to my plan," she said. "More than ever, as the world can appear so uncertain, I want to make sure that I don't lose my perspective. I don't want to lose sight of my goals."

And so it was that the finance specialist this week sported a new look that began with a session to whiten her teeth, and a procedure to reshape her gum line. The final step concluded when she walked out of the office with eight exquisite porcelain veneers.

"It was just the mental lift she needed--and just the reassuring smile she needed--to continue her work with clients who are worried about their security," said Daniel J. Deutsch, DDS, at the Washington Center for Dentistry, in Washington, DC.

Dr. Deutsch notes the surprising and powerful draw of self-improvement--even in times of transition and change. He also reports that patients still are using their options with low-interest finance plans like Care Credit (http://www.carecredit.com/).

Be well...judi

"Natural" is the New "Perfect"

2008-09-04T13:06:00.006-04:00

It wasn't too long ago that Marlene W. achieved her goal of attaining a new smile of glossy white perfection! But, last week, when she walked into our office for the first time, she wasn't happy.

She decided to trade her 20 veneers for a "natural veneer" look. "I realize that slight imperfections give you a better, more realistic, result," Marlene said.

And our doctors could not agree more.

"We keep a book of photos of beautiful models with 'natural' teeth to show our patients the American ideal of a healthy, beautiful smile," says Dr. Daniel J. Deutsch.

Our doctors intentionally design smiles with "imperfections" in mind--variations in color, subtle asymmetries, even teeth that are slightly rotated.

"We aim for a beautiful version of what nature intended, not something that is denture-perfect," says Dr. Deutsch. "Patients should look like they were born with a beautiful smile. That's the ultimate success."

And an ultimate healthy appearance appears to be on the minds of an increasing number of patients like Marlene W. who desire a smile with a natural look. "Now my teeth are not all the same color, and my new veneers are not exactly the same on both sides of my mouth," she says. "I now feel like it looks like nature, not only my doctor, had a hand in creating my smile."

Have You Heard About Our Special Veneers?

2008-08-07T20:15:00.004-04:00

This week was a banner week when it comes to helping people get their needs met--immediately--with our special technique for Art-Sculpt veneers!

Last Wednesday, a young professional woman called up asking for veneers. And she wanted them NOW!!! Good thing Dr. Peter Rinaldi was on hand to work his magic. And lucky was the patient, who was the happy recipient of a special--and unusual--technique few dentists can pull off with such artistic ease.

You see, in the talented hands of Dr. Rinaldi, this lovely woman walked out of the office with 20 exquisite veneers--in just three hours! Here’s how.

Most offices' first-visit for veneers:
- Smile design
- Photos
- Models
- Impressions to make the temporary veneers that would arrive in a few days, or a few weeks, to be inserted in the patient's mouth.

Our "Special" Art-Sculpt Veneers Visit:
- Smile design
- Photos
- Walk out with a beautiful new smile--in a few hours!

These "instant veneers" are created from an amazing method that involves sculpting exquisite, lustrous trial veneers right onto existing teeth, with minimum preparation. And the patient enjoys trying out a gorgeous new smile while waiting for the permanent veneers--that arrive in a matter of days!

And what is the reaction from our patients? "Wow! This is awesome!"

Be well...judi

Bonding Happiness on the Adriatic Sea!

2008-07-10T19:16:00.002-04:00

I just returned from a vacation to the islands that dot the shoreline of the country of Croatia. Known as the "Dalmatian Coast," this part of the world boasts heavenly turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea.

And by happy coincidence, I had already met one of our tour guides three years ago on another trip! A handsome young man in his 30s, he loves to help travelers discover new places and appreciate the cultures of other people. I was happy to be reunited with him. And as I complimented him on how wonderful he looked, I suddenly realized that his smile looked different--and terrific.

And just as that thought occurred to me--as if reading my mind--he excitedly shared his news: "Can you see the difference since you last saw me?" he asked. "I had bonding done on my front teeth. I used to try to hide my smile, and this has changed my life. I'm smiling all the time now."

That's when I recalled that his front teeth used to be dark, and some were also chipped. Now they were lighter, straighter--and much more handsome! It's amazing how a little bonding can mean so much. It surely did the trick for his smile--and for his new happier state of mind!

Be well...judi

2008-06-10T13:48:00.002-04:00

Can We Talk? Instant Messaging G-L-O-B-A-L-L-Y About Your Smile...

Who would have guessed just a few years ago that we would be carrying on practically real-time conversations--over the internet--with patients from England and Kuwait?

People are trolling all over cyber space for info about veneers, Invisalign, implants, whitening, gum lifts. They are informed dental consumers--constantly on the look out for updated knowledge to help them make good choices for treatment. And with today's business travel going more global than ever--patients are totally comfortable coming for appointments on a stopover in the Nation's Capital. They love getting hotel and restaurant info from our website. No problem.

One young businessman is coming for new veneers while he is in DC for a few weeks before returning to his job in Kuwait. Another just emailed from London about getting new crowns to improve his smile.

What a small world!

Be well...judi