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Category: Cosmetic Dentistry

The Sands 10 and 10: More Ways to Get a Celebrity Smile

What does it take to have a celebrity smile? Dr. Sands has worked with many celebrities, including Britney Spears, Kanye West, Kim Kardashian, and many more. All of these stars have teeth that are beautifully white, straight, and symmetrical. In a previous post, we discussed the various treatments these celebrities have done to achieve their […]

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What Is Laser Gum Contouring?

Cosmetic dentistry does not just involve a straight and white appearance to the teeth. In fact, the length of the teeth is often what makes or breaks a beautiful “Hollywood” smile. The teeth can appear too short due to genetics, a particular health problem, taking certain prescription drugs, or bruxism, and is typically corrected with […]

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Should I Get Veneers or Caps?

Although porcelain veneers and caps (also called crowns) are somewhat similar dental treatments, they serve different purposes. The best choice between the two will depend on the needs and desires of the patient. Veneers and crowns both require part of the natural tooth to be altered in order to be bonded to it. Because of this, […]

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Celebrities With Great Smiles

Brittany Spears (left) is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, actress, former television music competition judge on American Idol, and author. Kim Kardashian (right) is an American television personality, fashion designer, model, and actress. She is well known for staring in the television series Keeping Up With the Kardashians. Kanye West (left) is an American hip-hop musician, songwriter, record […]

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Should I Get My Wisdom Teeth Removed?

Wisdom teeth, or third molars, come in between the ages of 17 and 25, a time of life that has been called the “Age of Wisdom.” They are the last teeth to develop and erupt in the mouth. In most cases, dentists recommend that these teeth should be removed. Here are the main reasons why: […]

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Crazy Cosmetic Dental Procedures

Up until the last few years, the only time that someone could be seen with pointy teeth was around Halloween. However, popular trends, ancient traditions, and mere shock value have encouraged some people to visit the dentist for more than just your common teeth cleaning. A procedure called “yaeba,” which means “double tooth” in Japanese, […]

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The Importance of Your Smile

Have you ever really wondered what the importance of your smile really is? Smiles have long been known as the universal sign of peace and happiness, no matter where a person lives or what language they speak. This simple gesture has a dramatic effect on others and not only makes a person look more friendly […]

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Biotooth: The Alternative to Dental Implants

Current techniques for dental implant replacement fail to reproduce naturalized root structures, causing a loss of bone around the implant. A recent study led by Professor Paul Sharpe, an expert in craniofacial development and stem cell biology, reveals that scientists have discovered a technique called the “Biotooth”, replacing teeth using bioengineered material derived from a […]

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Most Requested Cosmetic Dental Procedures

Your dentist is no longer just the go-to person to fill a cavity or perform a cleaning; now there are also many procedures that can be performed to enhance the appearance of a person’s smile. In fact, cosmetic dental procedures are especially popular here at Dr. Sands’ office in Beverly Hills, a city where on-screen […]

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A New Office Look for 2013

What better way to start the year than with a complete office makeover? At Dr. Sands’ office, two of the most important things we keep in check are the quality of our services and the comfort of our patients. We are excited to announce that both of these were improved upon with our most recent […]

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