Tooth whitening has really taken off in San Mateo. It has become a popular dental procedure and can provide excellent results if done properly.

There are a lot of options when it comes to tooth whitening. You can choose from a selection of over-the-counter options that you can get at your local pharmacy, or can go to a professional to get a complete tooth whitening solution.

It is a good idea to consult with your dentist before whitening your teeth even if you choose to use an over-the-counter product. Your dentist will be able to help you understand the results you can expect, and can help recommend a product that will work for you.

There are many variables when it comes to tooth whitening. The color of your teeth at the beginning of your treatment will make a difference for your ending result. Different tooth whitening treatments will each produce a different result. Your San Mateo cosmetic dentist has experience with tooth coloration and the types of treatments available.

In many cases, your San Mateo cosmetic dentist will be able to provide you with a tooth whitening solution that you can take home with you. In other cases, your San Mateo cosmetic dentist may recommend a professional treatment that is done at the dentist’s office.

Professional tooth whitening can produce dramatic results in a single treatment, and is often done over a few treatments.

Tooth whitening is less expensive than it was in the earlier days of tooth whitening technology. Today, tooth whitening treatments are very affordable, and don’t take the time they used to.

If you are interested in a tooth whitening consultation in the San Mateo area, please call Michael A. Wong, DDS at 650-931-6481 to make an appointment to see me. I will be happy to give you a check up, assess your tooth color, and recommend tooth whitening treatments that may be right for you.

-Michael Wong, Doctor

Porcelain crowns were first used in the 1800s. With the refining of metal casting methods in the 1900s, crown dentistry advanced significantly.

Today, crowns are strong, comfortable and are made to match your surrounding teeth.

Dental crowns (also called caps) cover the entire visible portion of the tooth and are cemented in place. Crowns are used to strengthen teeth that have been worn down or weakened by decay or injury. Crowns are also used to restore the original shape of a tooth or solely to improve the appearance of a tooth.

The most common types of crowns are:

• All-porcelain (ceramic)
• Porcelain-fused-to-metal
• Gold

The material used is determined by several factors. If you suspect you need a crown, want to replace an old crown, or want to learn about other cosmetic dentistry procedures, call Dentist Dr. Michael Wong. The San Mateo Center for Cosmetic Dentistry is located at 256 N. San Mateo Drive, Suite 8, San Mateo, CA 94401. We can recommend the best tooth restoration or cosmetic dentistry option for you.

Porcelain veneers are glass-like, wafer-thin covers that adhere to teeth. Porcelain veneers are strong and have the translucency of natural teeth. They correct chips, stains and misaligned teeth that do not require orthodontia. There are several companies that fabricate veneers.

Dental crowns correct more extensive tooth problems. They are used in a variety of situations such as the final restoration following a root canal or to restore teeth damaged by decay, injury or periodontal disease.

Dental implants are one of the best fixes for a missing tooth. They are becoming a popular and effective alternative to bridges and partial dentures in San Mateo and surrounding areas, especially among middle-aged professionals and people in the public eye.  Bridges are another strong, natural looking replacement for one or more missing teeth. They have been used with success for many years.

Professional tooth whitening in your San Mateo dentist’s office is the least invasive and quickest way to brighten your smile several shades. If you are interested in any of these safe and effective procedures, schedule a consultation at San Mateo Center for Cosmetic Dentistry today. Even if you are still a bit hesitant, remember: discussing your options with a cosmetic dentist does not require a commitment of any kind. It is merely a relaxed way to get the most reliable information.  We are waiting for your call.

I enjoy discussing options and developing effective treatment plans tailored specifically to each person. Some of our clients desire a total smile makeover. We explain in detail the treatments available including teeth whitening, dental veneers, orthodontia, crown restoration, and dental implants.

If a client is nervous about undergoing treatment, we discuss oral conscious sedation. Sleep dentistry, sometimes called sedation dentistry, is a great option for anxious patients. Dental visits do not have to be painful!

After the treatment has been completed, it is very gratifying for us to see our patient’s reaction to their new smile.

We never get tired of creating dramatic smile transformations for the best clients in California!

If you have been considering a smile makeover, let’s talk about your smile. Call the San Mateo Center for Cosmetic Dentistry to schedule a cosmetic dentistry consultation.

Prepless veneers are a less-invasive procedure for transforming California smiles. Prepless veneers are incredibly thin shells which adhere to the face of teeth and require no removal of tooth enamel. Most prepless veneers are about the thickness of two pieces of paper. Because the color is built into the veneers (instead of being applied after fabrication), they look like your natural teeth–only better!

Our experienced CA ceramists are skilled artists. They create each custom veneer with the optimum shape, color and thickness for your new smile. Another great feature of the prepless veneers application procedure in San Mateo is that it requires no anesthesia or drilling.

If you are embarrassed by misaligned, discolored or broken teeth, prepless veneers may be a CA smile restoration solution that you can feel good about.

Call San Mateo Center for Cosmetic Dentistry to learn more about prepless veneers. It is the first step toward your dazzling new smile!

Michael A. Wong, DDS

San Mateo Center for Cosmetic Dentistry
256 N. San Mateo Drive, Suite 8
San Mateo, CA 94401

http://www.cosmeticdentistsanmateo.com

You may want to consider dental sedation if you have any of the following issues:

• Strong gag reflex
• Fear of needles
• Sensitive teeth
• Fear and anxiety associated with dental treatment
• Difficulty getting numb
• A history of negative dental experiences
• Trouble controlling body movement due to Parkinson’s disease, Cerebral Palsy or related condition
• Need extensive dental treatment requiring lengthy dental visits

If you have avoided dental treatment due to any of these factors, give us a call. We can give you more information about sedation options and help you determine which one is right for you. At San Mateo Center for Cosmetic Dentistry we do all we can to make your visit as comfortable as possible. We look forward to discussing your oral health and dental goals.

• Dr. Michael A. Wong, DDS
• http://www.cosmeticdentistsanmateo.com
• 256 N. San Mateo Drive, Suite 8
• San Mateo, CA 94401

The following dental and periodontal issues could indicate the presence of osteoporosis:

• Gum detachment
• Ill-fitting dentures
• Jaw bone recession and erosion
• Difficulty with ordinary mouth function such as eating or speaking

There are many San Mateo dental professionals that can determine the presence of bone deterioration with x-rays and other diagnostic tools. If we suspect the possibility of osteoporosis, we can refer you to a local medical professional, whether you live in Birlingame, Hillsborough or Foster City.

Experienced cosmetic dentist Dr. Michael A. Wong, DDS is trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of the oral health problems sometimes associated with osteoporosis. Schedule a consultation in San Mateo by calling 650-295-0016 and we can discuss your dental concerns. While you are here, we can also tell you about the cosmetic dental services we provide. Cosmetic Dentistry continues to improve smiles for our friends and neighbors in the San Mateo area.

If you suspect you may be suffering from osteoporosis, please see your physician right away. While your dentist can help identify some of the symptoms associated with osteoporosis, you should not rely on your dentist to provide a diagnosis of osteoporosis.

Numerous ads for whitening products in our local San Mateo media contain terms such as ‘white brite’, ‘22 carbamide peroxide’ and ‘peroxide teeth’. They look tempting, but how do you separate tooth whitening fact from fiction?

First, and especially for our local San Mateo California patients, we recommend talking to Dr. Michael Wong at our San Mateo office. Just because teeth whitening products are readily available, it doesn’t mean they are all safe or appropriate for every person. Getting a professional opinion is a good first step.

Don’t be fooled by smile whitening hype and risk damage, especially if you need tetracycline teeth whitening. If you have existing cosmetic dental work such as crowns, bonding, partial dentures or bridge work, it is especially important to talk to a San Diego dental professional about worry free dentistry teeth whitening.

Teeth whitening kits are not the only way to quickly improve your smile. Many of your neighbors have benefited from porcelain veneers. There are several brands of veneers such as Lumineers by Cerinate, da Vinci and Mac. We can help you decide on which is best for you.

Veneers are sometimes called ‘instant orthodontics’ because they can correct tooth misalignment and gaps as well as provide instant teeth whitening.

Porcelain veneers can also fix chipped teeth and cover stains. The vast majority of San Mateo veneer recipients are extremely pleased with the results.

• Dr. Michael Wong
• Michael A. Wong, DDS
• 256 N. San mateo Drive, Suite 8
• San Mateo, California ,94401
• 650-342-9016
• http://www.cosmeticdentistsanmateo.com

Some show a ‘real Birlingame mom’ who discovered a ‘tooth whitening secret’. Others assure you that their system is the one that ‘Hillsborough dentists don’t want you to know about’. Many contain a link to a page that contains a convincing Foster City tooth whitening testimonial. They bolster their legitimacy by aligning themselves with respected companies such as CNN, USA Today and Forbes.

Unfortunately, most of these are rip-offs. In a recent article, the Better Business Bureau explains the scam:

The countless Web sites for various teeth whitening products claim to offer a no-risk, money back guarantee, free trial of the product. To sign up, customers must provide a credit or debit card number to cover shipping. Complainants to BBB state that they are billed before their trial ends and continue to be billed after they have told the company they want to cancel.

Complainants also may find mystery charges for other companies and services that they didn’t realize they were signing up for with their ‘free’ trial.

The BBB has received complaints about the following company/product names:

• Dazzle White
• White Smile
• Teeth Smile
• Dazzle Smile
• Ivory White
• Max White
• My Whitening
• Gleaming White Smile
• Advanced Wellness Research

Don’t trust your smile to an internet scammer. Your San Mateo tooth whitening dental office is the only place for safe teeth bleaching. You don’t want to take a chance with your credit card number or your tooth enamel! Call us at Michael A. Wong, DDS for advanced cosmetic dentistry and worry-free tooth whitening. You can reach us at 650-295-0016

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Is your tooth enamel worn and thin? Tooth-colored porcelain veneers have the translucency of healthy tooth enamel. Many San Mateo dental clients have received veneers to cover worn enamel. Some believe they look twenty years younger!

Have your teeth developed uneven edges? Tooth grinding, natural wear and other factors can roughen tooth edges. Veneers are a minimally invasive correction for uneven tooth edges. Veneers are a popular treatment for Birlingame cosmetic dentistry patients.

Do you have chips or cracks in your teeth? If your teeth are otherwise healthy, veneers provide a flawless tooth surface. Are your teeth yellow or gray? Veneers can fix that, too. Veneers can be fabricated in any shade to perk up your smile while still blending naturally with your skin tones.

Porcelain veneers are paper-thin, tooth-shaped covers that are affixed to the front of teeth. Traditional veneers required the removal of a thin layer of tooth structure. Prepless veneers are applied to unaltered teeth.

Veneers are strong, natural looking and one of the most affordable cosmetic dentistry procedures in Hillsborough and Foster City. Veneers are usually far less expensive than complete crowns, yet they are just as strong and beautiful.

San Mateo aesthetic dentists love veneers because they correct a multitude of tooth problems. At Michael A. Wong, DDS, we would be happy to show you what veneers can do for you. Michael A. Wong, DDS is located at 256 N. San Mateo Drive, Suite 8 in San Mateo. We provide premium dental care for many of your friends and neighbors in the greater San Mateo area. Our phone number is 650-295-0016.

You can visit http://www.cosmeticdentistsanmateo.com/ for information about our friendly team and the types of services we provide.