A person's physical image plays a more predominant role in life than ever before. Having the self-confidence to smile proudly can make a great first impression in the workplace and in social settings. Confidence in your appearance can make life easier and more enjoyable.

Many adults have teeth which are crooked, stained and worn down, but they are reluctant to suffer through conventional orthodontic treatment. Wearing uncomfortable metal braces for a number of years is a high price to pay for straight teeth. Especially when other procedures may still be needed to correct the shape and color of the teeth after the braces come off in order to create a truly great smile. When immediate, simple results are desired, porcelain veneers are often the best choice.

The application of porcelain veneers is painless, quick and can completely change a smile. Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist, Dr. Maddahi explains, ?Using porcelain veneers provides patients with the option of immediately improving the appearance of chipped, stained, and crooked teeth. The final result gives them a great deal of happiness and satisfaction. It is a great pleasure to see my patients go from hiding their teeth, to being happy and smiling.?

Nothing beats porcelain veneers for instant gratification. Patients can have their smile transformed in as little as two visits. Dr. Maddahi has earned a top reputation in this field. One patient says, ?Braces were not an option for me. Changing my smile with porcelain veneers has changed my life. People compliment me all the time on my teeth, when I used to be ashamed to smile. I feel better and look better.?

Veneers are basically a porcelain material which is bonded to the front of your own teeth. A smile makeover with porcelain veneers can be completed in just a few appointments. They can be used to alter shape, size, color and positioning of the teeth. They can correct misalignment of overcrowded front teeth, or close the gaps in between teeth.

After your initial consultation, Dr. Maddahi creates an impression of your teeth in order to create custom-made veneers. ?I work with the patient to determine the best color, shape and porcelain translucency for their mouth, to create a natural looking smile,? he explains.

Using modern materials, very little enamel is removed to make room for the veneers. Temporary laminates are put in place for the patient, while a professional lab creates the permanent, custom-fit porcelain veneers.

The porcelain used is very strong, thin and translucent, just like real teeth. Once they have returned from the lab, Dr. Maddahi then attaches the custom-made veneers are to the front of the teeth using a bonding material, giving you the exquisite, natural looking smile that you have always wanted.

Porcelain veneers reflect light, much like natural teeth. They are enduring, resist staining. In Los Angles, porcelain veneers are a wonderful option for people who want a straighter, brighter smile that is free of irregularities, without orthodontic braces.

Dr. Kourosh Maddahi has been specializing in creating beautiful, natural smiles and superior dental health for 21 years. His state-of-the-art cosmetic dentistry office is located in Beverly Hills at 436 N. Roxbury Drive, Suite 202 and he can be reached at 310-888-7797.