What Are Veneers?

Anyone who is interested in having the whitest, brightest, best smile possible – which is pretty much all of us – has heard of veneers. Celebrities are famous for their “Hollywood smiles.” The great news about that is everyone can see the gorgeous transformations that can occur with excellent dental work.

Dr. Stelmach has provided Hollywood smiles to some of cinema’s brightest stars. But you should know he brings that same life-changing talent to patients in all walks of life. Quite frankly, he is passionate about the life-changing power of creating ‘signature smiles’ - bright new smiles that are uniquely designed to fit each individuals unique facial structure.

One of the most powerful cosmetic dental techniques Dr. Stelmach uses are dental veneers.

Veneers are ultra-thin shells of ceramic (porcelain) or a composite resin material, which are bonded to the front of teeth. This procedure requires little or no anesthesia and can be the ideal choice for improving the appearance of the front teeth. Generally, veneers will last for many years, and the technique has shown remarkable longevity when properly performed.

Veneers are placed to mask discolorations, to brighten teeth and to improve a smile. Veneers can also be an excellent alternative to crowns in many situations. They provide a much more conservative approach to changing a tooth's color, size or shape. Veneers can also mask undesirable defects, such as teeth stained by tetracycline and damage due to an injury or as a result of a root-canal procedure. They are ideal for masking discolored fillings in front teeth. And patients with gaps between their front teeth or teeth that are chipped or worn may consider veneers.

Are veneers right for you? Find out by contacting us today. Dr. Stelmach will assess your needs and help you make this all-important decision to improve your looks – and your outlook – with cosmetic dentistry. The result will be a daily, bright, happy reminder of one of the best gifts you ever gave yourself.

To your health!

You Deserve a Beautiful Smile

Everyone deserves a smile that not only looks good, but makes them feel good as well.

Fortunately, we live in an age of advanced technology and knowledge. Dr. Stelmach can create that picture perfect smile you’ve always dreamed of. So, if every time you look in the mirror all you can think about is regret- regret for sliding around on your socks in the kitchen after you Mother told you not to, and then cracking your front tooth, regret for those 3 cups of coffee you require each morning to keep up with your kids and get through your meetings, regret for being born into an otherwise lovely family with a stubborn gap tooth gene- then it’s time to stop regretting and start doing something about it!

Veneers are a terrific way to solve issues like cracked, stained or slightly uneven teeth and unlike braces which can up to a year or more to complete treatment,

Veneers can be created, fitted and applied in a  three-step process:

1. Preparation: It’s generally necessary to prepare the teeth by removing a thin layer in order to make for your new porcelain veneers. Although some techniques claim not to need this preparation, be wary. As you can imagine, without making room for a new layer, you could end up with a bulky unnatural-looking result.

2. Preview: After the veneers have been fabricated, Dr. Stelmach will test them on your teeth to check their form and color. You will appreciate his careful attention to detail as he makes final adjustments.

3. Perfection: Once a perfectly beautiful result has been achieved, Dr. Stelmach uses bonding material to carefully apply your new veneers.

Contact our office today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Stelmach and get the smile you deserve!

Art, Architecture, Mathematics, Music, Philosophy, Tree Branches and A-List Smiles

What do they have in common? The Golden Proportion. Also known as the Golden Mean, Golden Ratio, and de divinia proportione, or the Divine Proportion. The most pleasing geometric relationship of parts to a whole.

Put simply, great minds throughout history have recognized a basic set of proportions that are common to all things of uncommon beauty, both natural and man-made.

When I work with you to bring out your best Signature Smile, my vision is guided by this time-tested artistic principle. Here's a list of some of the areas I focus on when I evaluate smiles.

Victoria's Secret Supermodels, You, and Me

Super Models, Super Smiles

The Victoria's Secret Angels Fashion Show was on television recently, and true to my calling, I focused on all those dazzling, pearly white smiles.  Now there's a lot about models that's unreal and unattainable. But those smiles are something I can definitely help you achieve.