Cosmetic Dentistry in Acton

You may think of traditional dentistry as cosmetic dentistry. In fact, it is not. Cosmetic dentists are continuing to implement the latest and most technologically advanced procedures into their practice. Both traditional and cosmetic dentists have hygiene available for their patients. Cosmetic dental practices add laser procedures on the hygiene side and dental side. By using the laser in the practice, it usually means the patient does not need to be referred out to a specialist. The cosmetic dentist, like Dr. Beri at Wheaton Cosmetic Dentistry can perform the procedures while the patient is having a procedure done for cosmetic or traditional reasons.

Dr. Beri has continually updated his knowledge of procedures by becoming an Invisalign dentist and taking several courses including an advanced Invisalign course. He also is continuing his education on Cerec technology, the one day crowns we make in our offices.

Cosmetic dentistry can transform your smile into your dream smile.

What makes a dentist a cosmetic dentist?

I just did a search for cosmetic dentistry on google and was amazed that there are 3,430,000 results. Cosmetic dentistry + Illinois came up with 289,000 and cosmetic dentistry + Wheaton came up with 21,200 results. Granted, there is some duplication of listings but in the small town of Wheaton, there cannot be even 1000 dentists. Probably not even 100 dentists.

So my question is - what makes a dentist a cosmetic dentist?

My understanding of the true definition of a cosmetic dentist is one that does procedures that are NOT paid for by the insurance. A cosmetic procedure is done because YOU want the procedure completed and are willing to pay for it out of pocket. Veneers are a good example of a cosmetic procedure. Most insurance companies do not pay for them because they assume they are placed for cosmetic purposes only. A white filling can be used to replace a decayed tooth, but the insurance will not pay for a veneer.

Veneers are usually placed on front teeth, so you definately want them to look good. Are you going to trust your dentist to prepare your teeth properly and place veneers that everyone will see if you have not seen the cosmetic work he has done on others? Just like any attorney can call themselves a real estate attorney today, and an estate attorney tomorrow without any further education, a dentist can go from being a general dentist to being a cosmetic dentist without further education. Does that make it right?

I like my estate attorney. I like my corporate attorney. I like my personal attorney. They are all different. They have specialized training.

Ask your dentist what type of specialized training they have for cosmetic dentistry. Look at their work on THEIR patients, not a stock book of photos.

At Wheaton Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. Beri has 100's of continuing education hours in Cerec technology, Invisalign, treatment planning, management and cosmetic procedures. Ask questions before beginning your smile change.

I am amazed every day at the technology that is coming out each year for dentists. I am also amazed at how many dentists do not keep up with the new technology to make patients more comfortable in the dental chair or to diagnose and treat patients more efficiently and thoroughly.

Dr. Beri of Wheaton Cosmetic Dentistry is one of those dentists that gets it. He keeps up to date with the technology and implements it into his practice.

I love watching him do a Cerec crown. Watching him take the computer images on the Cad/Cam, and then manipulating the image to get the perfect fit. It is truely amazing - and then he warranties the crown for their lifetime - THAT is amazing.

All Dentists Are NOT Created Equal

Hi everyone. Sharan Tash here from Wheaton Cosmetic Dentistry. Some of you know me as "The Professional Networker" and some of you know me as "The Professional Connector". This blog was started today from a situation I went through yesterday at Dr. Beri's office in Wheaton.

I am 56 years old and have been getting my preventive care (hygiene) appointments every 3 to 4 months for the past 10 years. So according to my estimation, that would equal about 30 - 40 exams and "cleanings". My lastest exam was 4 months ago.

Yesterday I had a hygienist who was fresh out of college take care of my preventive care appointment. Not only did she do a great job, and she was gentle and thorough, but I had my exam by Dr. Beri (who wears surgical loupes and an LED lamp to focus in the mouth). The hygienist noticed some failing white fillings (composites), and Dr. Beri followed up with some intra-oral pictures.

Needless to say, I was VERY depressed when I went home. It was obvious to me that the white fillings that were placed had deteriorated. Many of my teeth were cracking and had stress fractures. Dr. Beri educated me by showing me HUGE pictures of my teeth. I totally agreed that my mouth could not have deteriorated that much in 4 months.

Not all dentists are created equal. I never had the pictures taken at another office. I never had the Doctor show me each tooth and outline the problem area. I never had a Doctor that educated me on the consequences of not having the problems taken care of. Not all dentists are created equal.

At Wheaton Cosmetic Dentistry we show you, the patient what is going on in your mouth and educate you on the possibilities. I know I learned a lot yesterday and I hope everyone questions their dentist to understand all the possibilities there are to having a healthy mouth.