Veneers can change more than your smile. But what makes them look natural and what should you understand before permanently changing your teeth?
Amy Chang sits down with her own cosmetic dentist, Dr. Jon Marashi, DDS, a Los Angeles cosmetic dentist and porcelain veneer specialist, for a candid conversation about veneer regret, natural-looking smiles, and the decisions that matter before permanently changing your teeth.
They explore how tooth size, bite height and lip support influence facial appearance; what can happen when too much enamel is removed; and why planning matters before committing to cosmetic dental work.Amy also shares her experience with veneers and bite correction, while Dr. Marashi walks through his approach to temporary veneers, reviewing the final result before bonding, and coordinating dental work with other aesthetic treatments.
In this episode:
• What makes veneers look too big, too white or unnatural
• Tooth preparation and preserving enamel
• How teeth, lips and facial proportions work together
• Temporary veneers and inspecting the final porcelain before bonding
• Veneer regret, revision work and replacement
• Questions to ask when choosing a cosmetic dentist
Learn more from Dr. Jon Marashi:
Explore his practice and services: https://www.drmarashi.com/
Follow Dr. Jon Marashi on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/drjonmarashi/
MATERA is a physician-led aesthetic clinic in Santa Monica, CA, founded by Amy Chang and medically led by board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. John Frederick. We help patients age beautifully through personalized care and the MATERA Slow Beauty Method™.
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Mirror Mirror is a podcast that cuts through the noise and uncovers the science shaping beauty and the psychology driving our desire for it. Hosted by Amy Chang, LA Times contributing writer, Marie Claire 2024 Power Player, and a trusted authority in beauty, with over 2.4 million followers who turn to her for insights on cutting-edge treatments and science-backed skincare.
Expect unfiltered conversations, expert insight, and the freedom to love your lipstick while still questioning what perfection means.
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