When asked what they remember most about a person, your peers report that it’s not what they said, or how they dressed — above anything else, it’s their smile. So in the spirit of renewal and fresh starts the New Year brings, the team at Bobby J. Carmen, DDS would like to ask: what kind of impression does your smile leave? If it’s anything less than wonderful, now is the perfect time for you to learn about powerful smile makeovers from your Moore cosmetic dentist.
Moore Cosmetic Dentist Suggests New Year Makeover
January 6, 2016
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Choosing Cosmetic Bonding or Porcelain Veneers Norman, OK Loves
October 6, 2015
No matter how well we care for our teeth, natural wear and tear leaves its mark over time. The foods and drinks we consume daily, chewing and grinding teeth, and decreased bone density due to aging all contribute to minor cosmetic flaws like chips, cracks, and stains. When it comes to correcting smile irregularities, patients have numerous cosmetic and restorative dentistry options. Two of the most popular corrective solutions are cosmetic bonding and porcelain veneers. However, many patients are unsure which option is right for their smile, and Dr. Bobby J. Carmen and his Norman, OK dental team help patients fully understand their options, and make a decision that leave them with beautiful smiles for years to come.
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Smile Pretty! You’ve got Porcelain Veneers from Dr. Bobby Carmen in Norman, OK
March 30, 2015
Concealer is to a make-up artist as (fill in the blank) are to a dentist. The correct answer is porcelain veneers. Just as concealer covers skin imperfections, so too porcelain veneers cover smile imperfections. Dr. Bobby Carmen artfully uses porcelain veneers to correct and improve the smiles of people in and around Norman, OK.
Porcelain veneers, also called dental veneers, can cover a variety of cosmetic dental issues, including:
- Stained or discolored teeth that have not responded to teeth whitening
- Chipped or slightly cracked teeth
- Misaligned or misshaped teeth
- Teeth that have gaps in between them
- Teeth that are unevenly worn because of grinding or unusual wear and tear
The Porcelain Veneer Procedure
Once you have consulted with Dr. Carmen and determined that porcelain veneers are the best cosmetic dental solution for you—and you’ve settled on the color, size and shape of your new teeth—then you’ll likely need only two appointments for your veneers to be in place. At the first appointment, Dr. Carmen will prep the teeth in your smile zone. This includes applying a mildly acidic solution to the enamel that creates a more receptive surface for the bonding agent and porcelain veneers. Then, we’ll take an impression of your teeth that will be sent to our cosmetic dental lab, which will fabricate your custom-designed veneers. In the meantime, you’ll wear temporaries.
When your permanent veneers arrive in a few weeks, you’ll return to our office to have your veneers adhesively bonded to your teeth. If necessary, Dr. Carmen will artfully trim and shape the veneers for a perfect fit. When finished, you’ll have a new smile to show the world.
Schedule an Appointment Today
If you would like to learn more about how porcelain veneers can improve your smile, call the office of Dr. Carmen for a consultation. We serve patients in Norman, OK, as well as from Moore, the University of Oklahoma, and central Oklahoma and beyond.
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Have A Flawless Smile with Porcelain Veneers!
August 15, 2014
There are many people that wish they could have the perfect smiles they see in the magazines and on television. A beautiful, flawless row of teeth is a sign of vitality, and having such a smile can be positive in the way you view yourself as well as the way you interact with others. Our smiles are used to show friendliness and communicate, and if that is compromised in any way, the effects can be damaging. If your smile is less than perfect, you may not know how you can achieve the smile of your dreams. Thankfully, Dr. Bobby J. Carmen is able to give you the smile you have always wanted by offering porcelain veneers at his Norman, OK dental office.
One of the main reasons why porcelain veneers are so popular is because they are able to completely revolutionize your smile is a short amount of time. If your smile is chipped, stained, misaligned, oddly spaced, or cracked, porcelain veneers are able to rectify the situation instantly, only revealing an impeccable smile! The first step is a consultation with Dr. Carmen, where he will be able to assess your smile in its current condition, as well as discuss your future smile goals with you. If you are a candidate for porcelain veneers, Dr. Carmen will then take impressions of your smile, and send them to a dental lab to have your custom veneers made.
When your veneers are being made, we will keep many things in mind, such as your smile wants as well as your facial features. We want your new smile to appear as natural as possible, making sure everything blends in seamlessly. Dr. Carmen will prepare your natural tooth by removing a small bit of enamel, ensuring there is space for your new smile. When your veneers are ready, Dr. Carmen will place them onto your prepared teeth, and make them permanent with dental resin cement. At the end of the procedure, you are left with a smile everyone will be envious of! If you would like Dr. Carmen’s help rejuvenating your smile using porcelain veneers, contact our office today, and we would love to help!
Contact our Norman office today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Carmen. Our team can’t wait to leave you with a happier and healthier smile. We also serve the areas of Moore, the University of Oklahoma, and beyond.
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Get a Perfect Smile Now with Dental Veneers from Dr. Carmen in Norman, OK
January 15, 2014
If your smile is less than perfect – whether it be due to staining, crooked teeth or chips in the enamel – it can make you feel self-conscious in your daily interactions. You may even avoid smiling or laughing with others, hiding the condition of your teeth because you’re embarrassed of their condition. In our office in Norman, OK, Dr. Bobby J. Carmen and his team are dedicated to rejuvenating your smile, keeping it healthy and restoring your self-confidence in a way that suits your lifestyle. Porcelain veneers and Lumineers can perfect your teeth in as little as two visits.
How do Veneers and Lumineers Work?
Dental veneers are ultra-thin, stain-resistant sheaths of durable tooth-colored material that are affixed to the front surfaces of your existing teeth. They retain the natural look of teeth, correcting a variety of common dental problems. Undesirable issues resolved with the application of veneers and Lumineers include:
- Yellowing and discoloration from coffee, red wine, tea and tobacco
- Visible cracks in tooth enamel
- Chips in front teeth
- Misaligned or overly crowded teeth
- Teeth that are too small or misshapen
The end result is a beautiful new set of perfectly aligned, brilliantly white front teeth. You can smile freely with the knowledge that you look fantastic all the time.
Lumineers and porcelain veneers are a simple and long-lasting solution to a flawed smile and may prove just what you need to reclaim yours. Contact our office in Norman, OK to schedule your consultation and see the difference that Dr. Carmen and this revolutionary procedure can make in your life. We happily serve patients in Central Oklahoma, Norman, Moore, the University of Oklahoma and more.
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Creating Flawless Smiles with Porcelain Veneers
August 2, 2012
Feeling confident about your smile is important, but two common problems can stand in your way: crooked or oddly spaced teeth and teeth stains. Thankfully, there’s a cosmetic dentistry service that makes it possible to overcome both of these in just two to three visit to Dr. Carmen’s Normal dental office—porcelain veneers.
Rejuvenate Your Smile without Braces
Do you wish you had a straighter smile, but you don’t want to spend months or years with braces? Porcelain veneers can help by covering imperfections to create a smile that looks naturally straight. Depending on your situation, though, hiding crooked, chipped, or misaligned teeth with porcelain veneers may not be your best option. That’s why we always recommend that patients dreaming of a straighter smile see us for a consultation visit before making up their minds. During a consultation visit, we can talk to you about the procedure, your smile, and your options. Then, if porcelain veneers really are right for you, we can begin working on your treatment plan immediately.
A Whiter Smile without Teeth Whitening
In addition to creating straighter-looking smiles, porcelain veneers can also help you overcome difficult teeth stains. After all, there are some stains that even the best professional whitening system can have trouble cutting through. But with porcelain veneers, you can enjoy a white smile without having to worry how effective your treatment will be or how long it will last.
Do you want to know more about how porcelain veneers can help you create a straighter, whiter smile? Call Dr. Carmen’s Norman dental office today to set up an appointment with us. Dr. Carmen serves patients from Moore, The University of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma, and beyond.
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What Is a Smile Makeover?
February 29, 2012
As February turns into March, warmer weather is on the way. And with this warmer weather comes thoughts of heading outdoors and enjoying the sunshine.
There are a lot of ways you can prepare for this welcome change, and one of them is with a smile makeover from Dr. Carmen’s Norman dental office.
What is a smile makeover, exactly?
It’s a combination of cosmetic dentistry services designed to help you achieve your brightest, most dazzling smile possible.
When planning a smile makeover, Dr. Carmen will take a range of factors into consideration, including aspects like tooth color, tooth length, tooth alignment, and tooth integrity.
Based on what we find from a thorough oral exam, we can then recommend which services we think will benefit you the most. For some, that may just be teeth whitening. For others, we may recommend a combination of two or more services, like teeth whitening and porcelain veneers.
Are you ready to get started on a smile makeover for this spring or summer? Call our office to schedule a consultation. Dr. Carmen serves patients from Norman, Moore, the University of Oklahoma, and beyond. During your visit, we’d be happy to answer any questions you might have about our services and how they can help you boost your smile.
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A Long-Lasting Cosmetic Alternative with Porcelain Veneers
July 20, 2011
If your teeth are slightly misaligned or stained, you have options for fixing them. In just a couple of years, braces can correct a misaligned smile, while professional whitening can leave teeth as much as eight shades brighter.
But, depending on your case, neither of these may be right for you. Maybe your teeth aren’t misaligned enough to make braces practical, or perhaps professional whitening hasn’t done anything about your stains.
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Boost Your Confidence with a Smile Makeover
July 8, 2011
Maybe you have a big event coming up soon—a wedding, a family reunion, or you’re gearing up for a job search—and you want to make a great impression. One way to do this is with a dazzling smile. That’s why Dr. Carmen’s Norman office features a variety of services for patients in search of a smile makeover.
With a smile makeover, we can boost your confidence and improve your overall health. And all it takes to get started is a simple consultation visit.
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