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Today, red-carpet celebrities are often looked at as the trendsetters of crafting picture-perfect smiles. However, using dentistry to take your appearance to the next level is far from an original concept. In fact, experts believe that forms of cosmetic dentistry<\/a> date back to ancient times! Read on for the evolution of four popular dental procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Achieving a\nBright Smile: Then vs. Now<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The hunt for a beautiful, white smile isn\u2019t limited to\njust patients in the 21st<\/sup> century. In fact, evidence points to\nAncient Egyptians removing stains with a combination of pumice stone and\nvinegar. Worse, it is believed that the Ancient Romans lightened their teeth by\nusing their urine as mouthwash! Fortunately, Dr. Haywood and Dr. Heymann\nintroduced the idea of using carbamide peroxide in 1989, which provided\npatients with an effective, safe teeth-whitening solution for in-office and\nat-home treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Long Road\nto Dental Implants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Traditionally, dental implants are considered a\nrestorative procedure. However, the aesthetic benefits of a full, complete\nsmile cannot be overlooked! As far back as 700 B.C., researchers have\ndiscovered materials like animal bones, ivory, seashells, and cadaver bones\nbeing used to replace missing teeth. At the time, hammering these items\ndirectly into the gums was a standard practice, which led to painful treatment,\ninfection, and rejection. The good news is that innovations in technology and\ntechniques allow patients today to opt for fully customizable dental implants\nthat seamlessly match the size, shape, and color of your natural teeth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From Metal to\nNatural: The Advancement of Dental Fillings and Bonding <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Decades prior, metal fillings were a revolutionary\ntreatment option for patients with cavities. However, the unsightly, dark gray\nspots left behind made many patients feel self-conscious about their smile and\nlaugh. With this in mind, Michael Buonocore invented a tooth-colored filling\nmaterial in 1950. Thanks to his invention, patients today can opt for fillings\nthat keep your teeth looking flawless! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Porcelain\nVeneers: From Temporary Fix to Permanent Solution <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In the 1930s, a gentleman named Charles Pincus\ninvented veneers to temporarily fix the smiles of movie stars. Five decades\nlater, his idea would be transformed into a procedure that permanently bonded\nporcelain to teeth to provide patients with a complete smile makeover! In fact,\nit is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures because it can brighten,\nstraighten, and perfect smiles all in one treatment!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thanks to innovations in technique and technology, cosmetic dentistry\nhas come a long way since ancient times. Today, patients can upgrade their\nsmile in a pain-free, comfortable environment! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the\nAuthor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After completing his undergraduate degree at Boston\nCollege, Dr. Derek\nSong<\/a> obtained his Doctor of Dental Medicine from Boston\nUniversity\u2019s Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine. Since then, he has\nundergone advanced training in Invisalign Orthodontic Therapy, BOTOX therapy,\nand CEREC CAD\/CAM 3D printed crowns. If you would like to speak with Dr. Song\nabout upgrading your smile, don\u2019t hesitate to visit his website<\/a>\nor give him a call at 781-272-5890<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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