“If porcelain veneers look like the most beautiful porcelain veneers, they are a failure. If any person can tell a veneer from a natural tooth, it is a failure.”
– Dr. Joseph Goodman, D.D.S., D.M.D.
When it comes to porcelain veneers and porcelain crowns, Dr. Joseph Goodman is a first choice in the greater Los Angeles area.
Dr. Goodman has an extensive portfolio in cosmetic and full mouth rehabilitation dentistry and has performed well over 10,000 porcelain veneers and crowns, he has also remade a significant number of veneers not originally done by a cosmetic dentist. Patients from all over the country and many international patients fly in from as far as China, the middle east, Singapore and South America among other countries to seek Beverly Hills dentist Dr. Goodman for his cosmetic dentistry.
Four factors contribute to such success: Experience, Knowledge, the best dental materials used and a world class Master lab technician.
Major celebrities, singers, TV anchors, Los Angeles Lakers players, Middle Eastern Sheikhs and members of Middle Eastern royalties trust Dr. Goodman with their front teeth, the most important and sensitive part of any smile.
He has written numerous articles about veneers and has been featured in several magazines and newspapers. As an active member of several international cosmetic dental societies, many dentists choose Dr. Goodman to do their very own veneers!
Dr. Goodman is the only dentist who backs up his cosmetic dental work with a guarantee:
If for any reason you aren’t happy with your veneers, simply let Dr. Goodman know before they are adhered and we will have them redone at no charge. We won’t stop until you are 100% satisfied!
What is a porcelain veneer?
Veneers are very thin porcelain laminates (as thin as 0.3 mm), which are securely attached via special dental adhesives only to the front part of your teeth. This eliminates any heavy cutting of the front teeth, which is more desirable. Veneers can change an entire smile.
Porcelain laminate veneers are highly aesthetic and can mask any imperfections of your natural teeth such as gaps, staining, chips, and even slanted or rotated teeth. They require a minimal amount of tooth reduction (approximately 0.3 to 0.8 mm) and are therefore a more conservative restoration than crowns (caps). Porcelain veneers allow us to alter the tooth position, shape, size, and color of your teeth. They are truly a remarkable tool to restore your smile.
Therefore veneers are often referred to as “instant orthodontics.” This enables the cosmetic dentist to straighten and even out your teeth within two weeks instead of waiting two years with conventional braces! Porcelain veneers are a revolution in modern dentistry!
“Respect the tooth” is one of Dr. Goodman’s 10 commandments to cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Goodman started using Lumineers™ in 1999, long before marketing efforts made them very popular. These veneers are made from a special porcelain material, which allows the cosmetic dentist to place these veneers with little or no preparation. The tooth is virtually untouched in some cases.
It does not necessitate the use of a local anesthetic either. The laboratory time required for the fabrication of a porcelain laminate veneer is approximately two weeks or less.
It is typically not necessary to fabricate any type of temporary restoration because the teeth are left untouched or in some cases only minimally prepared.
No-preparation veneers are very popular but can only be done in certain cases, where existing conditions allow for such treatment.
A plethora of knowledge, art, craftsmanship, and creativity are involved in creating such beautiful smiles.
Teeth are not cut at all and veneers are placed on top of your existing teeth. The “no preparation” (no cutting) veneers such as Lumineers™ are not suitable for everyone. Only an expert in dental veneers knows the limitations and indications to guarantee the most beautiful and aesthetic outcome. Generally speaking, teeth that are already too large and protruded to begin with are not good candidates for no prep veneers due to the fact that the teeth will appear as “too much” (i.e. a toothy smile). Smaller teeth, and in particular inclined teeth are a much better indication. Please contact us to discuss your case.
The traditional preparation veneers usually require 0.7 -1 mm of reduction of the front tooth surface. It is done when teeth are too big and large and a smaller smile is desired.
Minimal preparation veneers were perfected by Dr. Goodman and require minimal preparation of your teeth. They are ideal when a patient has smaller teeth, inclined teeth, or short teeth and desires a fuller a smile. This conservative approach using a very minimal preparation technique can achieve absolutely beautiful results. These veneers are also referred to as “contact lens veneers” because of their extremely thin nature. A perfect harmony between the dentist and his master laboratory technician is mandatory.
Dr. Goodman is experienced in all three categories: He is able to give you the best options available when you make your decision as to which technique you want to use.
Please come and visit us so we can show you more before and after pictures in our office.
Nobody should be able to distinguish veneers from natural teeth.
BAD veneer case done in another dental office
This case showcases several sins against Dr. Goodman’s “10 commandments of Cosmetic Dentistry”. Too thick, too heavy looking, too opaque, too long, too sqaure, too bulky and too masculine.
Basically, everything went wrong! If you ever see a friend or family member walking around like this, tell them. Don’t allow them to be ridiculed by fake looking teeth and send them our way today!
Notice a common mistake with the veneers in this picture: The “Chiclets look” with veneers too big, too square and too masculine. The shade is acceptable but they appear too opaque, with no translucency and no details. The size of these veneers is certainly inappropriate for the patient’s face and age. The shape is off; they need to be more rounded, softer, and more “imperfect” to make them look like natural teeth. Only one shade of white was used. In our office, Dr. Goodman blends in several shades of white to make the teeth as natural and real looking as possible.
The name chiclets or chiclet teeth comes from the chewing gum seen in the picture. It refers to too large, too straight and too straight teeth, like the keys of a piano. Veneers must never look like this, as it will be a fast give away.
This means they look fake – they look too perfect like denture teeth with all teeth in the same size and shape. Very undesirable.
The worst of the worst smile makeover (still think all dentists are alike?)
The cardinal sin, violations of all of Dr Goodman’s 10 commandments in one “smile makeover”. Basically, everything went wrong and, in addition, the gums are inflamed, bleed upon touching, veneers are leaking and attracting plaque due to the rough surface and lousy polish. In addition, the patient was in pain: TMJ pain and overall pain with chewing.
The secret to a perfect smile are oftentimes handcrafted porcelain veneers which are placed on your existing teeth. The secret of beautiful veneers lies in the detail; thus, I would like to spend some time explaining what makes our veneers different and exceptional.
A veneer is a thin laminate, which is permanently and securely bonded to the tooth. It helps mask stains, uneven teeth, small or large teeth, crooked teeth, gaps and spaces by covering all of these imperfections to create a perfect looking smile. This can all be accomplished within 1 week or less!
Translucency of an object is its ability for light penetrate through; thus, it is the opposite of opaque. Translucent veneers are desired because they mimic the natural tooth, a very translucent enamel, which is the natural tooth surface. Here is a good example of a translucent veneer versus an opaque looking veneer:
TOP: Natural translucency in a porcelain veneer allows the underlying shade of the tooth to come through, giving it a much more natural appearance. It has nothing to do with the shade or brightness, any shade can be made translucent or opaque
BOTTOM: This case is a more opaque and thus a “heavy” looking veneer case. It is, generally speaking, less desirable and less natural looking
Porcelain veneers in 1M1. German porcelain.
10 upper veneers can change an entire smile, medium white.
Uneven teeth, crowded teeth, overlapping teeth and misaligned teeth can be fixed with braces, Invisalign and in some cases with porcelain veneers.
This case took less than 10 days. Stunning, pearly-like appearance.
No braces, no retainer, no wait.
Veneers can do so much more. Have a gummy smile?
A small procedure to lift up the gums and porcelain veneers can do miracles.
Less gum, more teeth and a happy balance between gum and teeth.
The rule of “golden proportion” is used for the proper length of the front teeth. This has oftentimes led to teeth that appear out of proportion because many dentists strictly apply this rule, like a “one formula fits all” situation. This rule must not be applied for every case. The dentist must evaluate every case individually and make sure the overall smile looks great when looked at from a distance. The relationship between width and length of the central incisor is approximately 1:1.6.
Creating a harmonious proportion with the front incisors is critical when creating a beautiful smile. It is however important to note that this rule must not be over-applied as it often leads to a very rigid and unnaturally even looking smile.
One of the most critical aspects of cosmetic dentistry is the incisal edge or tip. The reason this is so critical is because it is often done incorrectly. Too flat, perfect straight lines and acute angles at the incisal area are undesirable and unaesthetic. It is most important to give character to this important feature of the veneer.
Natural teeth do not look like Chiclets, teeth being too straight, too even, too long and too narrow are not desirable in cosmetic dentistry. Small imperfections are very natural and can make a veneer case look exceptional.
Accidents are a part of life and are unfortunate and devastating to the person involved. In this particular case we were able to rebuild the missing teeth with implants and cosmetic dentistry. This patient receives as many compliments about her smile after her accident as she did before. This was only accomplished with the help of the latest and most advanced tools and technology in Implant and cosmetic dentistry.
No preparing of her teeth was required.
Patient is very happy wither her new smile.
Bottom Line:
Good dentistry is not always noticed.
Bad dentistry is.
Actual patient – Miss CA USA 2018
“The professional man has no other right other than being a continuous student“
G.V. Black (1836–1915)
Father of Modern Dentistry
First impressions are powerful! In a matter of seconds we draw instantaneous and unconscious conclusions about someone when we meet them for the first time. The information upon which we base these conclusions is gathered in a flash by all of our senses.
And these opinions are quite resistant to change.
Imagine that you’re greeting a visitor in the lobby of your office building. As you introduce yourself, your eyes take in hundreds of visual cues about their appearance, your ears process the tone and pitch of their voice, you actually make physical contact through a handshake, and you even pick up their “scent”. By the time you’ve finished saying your name, you have already formed some firm opinions.
As the old saying goes, “you only get one chance to make a first impression”, so make the most of it! Whether it’s a job interview, a meeting with a new customer, or a blind date, you need to put your best foot forward. Here are some suggestions:
Smiling may be the most important thing you can do when you first encounter a new person. Our ability to form strong first impressions evolved as a survival mechanism, so we are unconsciously alert for signs that tell us whether someone is “safe” and friendly. Smiling sends a signal that you are open and approachable. We seldom trust people who don’t smile.
(Exerpts from Your Office Coach ® Marie G. McIntyre, Ph.D.) : Advice on difficult bosses, cranky coworkers, office politics, and career issues.
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