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On Vox: Post Op Care for Cosmetic Dentistry

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Your successful treatment depends on more than just excellent care while you are in the office. Post treatment directions are designed to minimize any discomfort and swelling and maximize the look and function of your results. By following the aftercare instructions given to you by your cosmetic dentist and the team, you are ensuring that you will enjoy the benefits of your new smile as quickly as possible.

  • To maintain your restored smile, immediately brush and floss.
  • Do not use any kind of baking soda toothpastes. They are the most abrasive toothpastes and they may alter the surface texture of the restorations. Be careful with tartar control toothpastes. They can cause unwanted sensitivity.
  • Avoid alcohol and dark liquids for 48 hours. Afterwards, immoderate alcohol usage could reduce the life of your restorations. Avoid mouthwashes that contain alcohol or are deeply pigmented such as Listerine & Scope.
  • Excessive use of coffee, tea, soy sauces, colas, or dark (does not shorten life of restorations but can cause staining) fruit juices will also shorten the life of your restorations.
  • Don’t use your teeth as tools to open candy wrappers, bottles, pens, nuts, or grasp pins, screws, paper clips, etc.
  • Do Not: chew on ice, bones, fingernails, frozen chocolate bars, pens, pencils or spare ribs.
  • Do not be concerned if you should encounter minor speech alterations (S’s, V’s, & F’s) in the first 48 hours after major cosmetic changes. Accommodation occurs rapidly.
  • If you have a professional cleaning elsewhere, advise the dentist/hygienist to use unflavored, non-fluoride paste (DIAMOND PASTE POLISHING).
  • Avoid wearing dark lip colors for the first 48 hours after placement.
  • Avoid biting any hard food with your front teeth. Keep to a minimum any sticky, sugary foods that can weaken the bond between the restorations and the tooth.
  • The cosmetic dentist will provide you with a protective retainer to prevent you from chipping or fracturing your restorations while you are sleeping.
  • Originally posted on plasticsurgeons.vox.com

    Know Your Plastic Surgeon

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    With the growing popularity of cosmetic surgery, it is now more important than ever to have the utmost confidence in your plastic surgeon. It is wise to spend five minutes looking at your physician’s qualifications because you will spend a lifetime staring at his or her results in the mirror. At a minimum, you should be sure to research the doctor’s qualifications and medical record with the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and the Oklahoma Medical Board. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons is a great resource for finding more information on general plastic surgery as well as procedural information and statistics. In addition, understand that there is a significant difference between a cosmetic surgeon and a plastic surgeon. Any physician can claim to be a cosmetic surgeon – regardless of their actual training. In fact, most physicians who advertise as cosmetic surgeons trained in fields other than plastic surgery. Only those physicians who have been trained in an accredited plastic surgery residency program can claim to be plastic surgeons. The title plastic surgeon represents the highest degree of professional certification. Always choose a board-certified plastic surgeon.

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    Nov. 18 (Bloomberg) — Wrinkle fillers made by companies including Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp. and Allergan Inc. should carry warnings about scarring, tissue damage and other serious complications that may take months to appear, a U.S. panel said.

    Authors report 3 cases of diffuse orbital hyperostosis following exenteration surgery in which the socket healing by secondary intention was delayed.
    Page: 378
    DOI: 10.1097/IOP.0b013e3181832661
    Authors: Fleming, James Chris M.D.; Linder, James S. M.D.; Karcioglu, Zeynel A. M.D.

    The woman known as China’s answer to Michael Jackson for her love of plastic surgery believes she’s been under the knife 40 or 50 times since 1985 — it’s been so often, that she doesn’t really remember.

    Identifying malnutrition before surgery in massive weight loss patients seeking body contouring will significantly decrease surgical complications, accelerate wound healing, improve scar quality and boost patient energy levels, according to a study in the December issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery ®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

    Page: 432
    DOI: 10.1097/IOP.0b013e3181857f5e
    Authors: Meyer, Dale R. M.D., F.A.C.S.

    Page: 431
    DOI: 10.1097/IOP.0b013e3181857f2e
    Authors: Burroughs, John R. M.D.; Anderson, Richard L. M.D.; Vagefi, M Reza M.D.; McCann, John D. M.D., Ph.D.

    Page: 429
    DOI: 10.1097/IOP.0b013e3181857efb
    Authors: Wu, Albert Y. M.D., Ph.D.; Vagefi, M Reza M.D.; Georgescu, Dan M.D., Ph.D.; McCann, John D. M.D., Ph.D.; Anderson, Richard L. M.D.

    Page: 429
    DOI: 10.1097/IOP.0b013e3181857f0b
    Authors: Kakizaki, Hirohiko M.D., Ph.D.; Takahashi, Yasuhiro M.D.; Nakano, Takashi M.D., Ph.D.; Asamoto, Ken M.D., Ph.D.; Selva, Dinesh F.R.A.N.Z.C.O.; Iwaki, Masayoshi M.D., Ph.D.

    The authors describe a rare case of orbital malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumor, which transformed from a neurofibroma, and was ultimately treated with exenteration and irradiation.
    Page: 413
    DOI: 10.1097/IOP.0b013e318182b00f
    Authors: Cheng, Shuo-Fang M.D. *; Chen, Yun-I M.D. +++; Chang, Cheng-Yu M.D. [S]; Peng, Yeh M.D. ||[P]; Liao, Shu-Lang M.D. ||#

    On Vox: What Porcelain Veneers Can Offer

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    Porcelain Veneers. Most patients were not born with a perfect set of teeth. Porcelain veneers can be applied to correct flaws that make you embarrassed to show off your smile. Many people would love to have straight teeth, but do not want to wear painful metal braces that mar your appearance for months or even years.

    An excellent alternative to crowns, porcelain veneers can perfect your smile by masking stains, hiding chips, and correcting misalignment. Porcelain veneers are made of thin, customized material designed to look incredibly natural, are long lasting and are relatively easy to apply. Porcelain veneers are bonded to the front of teeth, giving them a straighter, more uniform appearance.

    Cosmetic Dentist in Las Vegas Nevada

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    A brilliant smile is a sign of health and happiness, an everyday source of self-confidence. Your smile is valuable, worthy of only the most advanced care by a dental team that focuses on your comfort. Whether you seek to cosmetically enhance your smile with a smile makeover, or need specialized restorative dentistry to heal damaged or missing teeth, Dr. Blasco provides you with excellence in personalized, comprehensive care.

    If you are seeking a a local Las Vegas cosmetic dentistry specialist pay attention to education, credentials and before and after photos. What do you look for in a cosmetic dentist?

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