People around the globe spend their hard earned money on fashion, one of the world's top industries, because they believe it makes them look and feel better and draws positive attention to them. We are constantly exposed to fashion through the media as well as simply witnessing what adorns the bodies of those around us. Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, understands the role a natural and beautiful smile plays in helping a person create the image they want the world to see.



The phrase ?first impressions count? is a familiar one and a phenomenon we have experienced over and over again whether we're aware of it or not. After getting to know someone, we may find that our first impression of him or her was way off. This makes us reflect on what impressions we ourselves are sending out to those who meet us for the first time. Before we have spoken a word, they have made dozens of assumptions based solely on how we look.

In our careers as well as our personal lives, how much attention we put on our external presentation of ourselves is ultimately a very personal choice. More and more people desire to align that ?first impression? with who they truly are so that they accurately represent themselves and don't miss opportunities or relationships that could enhance their lives. Others consciously work to create a visual persona of the person they are striving to become ? professionally, socially, economically, etc.

As with fashion designers and visual artists in general, a highly skilled Cosmetic Dentist works with the basic elements of line, proportion, balance, color and the quality of materials - to bring forth the desired overall communication they want their finished creation to project.

Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, an artist in his own right, has chosen to direct his aesthetic sensibilities towards the thorough and meticulous creation of beautiful and natural smiles. By bringing his talent to his work and by utilizing the highest quality materials and state of the art equipment, he integrates design elements so that they create a harmonious smile.

Kathy Griffin, the comedienne/actress, spoke with Oprah on her show about the new veneers which Dr. Kourosh Maddahi had created as part of her full image makeover. As her career and opportunities expanded she felt the need to present herself in as polished a way as possible and her enhanced smile was a key element in the success of her new ?first impression.?

As time grows more and more valuable, not only for celebrities but also for professionals in all industries, as well as homemakers and those caring for their children, the technology at hand in Dr. Maddahi's office produces a person's desired results in a fraction of the time achieved by less equipped practices.

Dr. Kourosh Maddahi addresses the beauty of one's smile but also handles fundamental structural health. If a tooth has been weakened by decay or trauma it may require support in the form of a crown, which will encase the original compromised tooth thus creating a healthy, strong and attractive addition to one's smile. Beauty and function can, and should, ultimately work hand in hand.

A series of free seminars is being hosted by Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, the Los Angeles Cosmetic Dentist, whose Dental Spa is in Beverly Hills. The next seminar in the series, takes place at the Ronald Reagan Medical Center on the UCLA campus on May 27, 2009 from 6:30 pm to 9 pm. This seminar, titled ?Latest Breakthroughs in Cosmetic Enhancement and Beauty? will include an in-depth presentation by Dr. Maddahi on Cosmetic Dentistry followed by Dr. Ava Shamban, Board Certified Dermatologist who will explore Cosmetic Dermatology. Completing the roster will be Eve Michaels, internationally acclaimed Transformational Makeover Coach. Seating is limited, for more information and to RSVP ? contact Dr. Maddahi's office.