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Before and After Dental Photo GalleryCosmetic Face Lift Dentistry BrentwoodOur patient, a "50 something" had a good history of taking care of her teeth, but like other people, had undergone treatments on an as-needed basis. A crown on one side... a filling on the other, etc. Quite normal.The natural aging process we all go through has a tendency to produce certain wear and tear issues on our teeth... along with the wear and tear on any restorative or reconstructive treatments we have received through those years. Smile Dynamics - A Lesson in PhysicsBy the time people reach their 40's and 50's the normal wear and tear function tends to produce shorter teeth and, if the wear has been significant... can result in a collapsed smile. This phenomenon is also known as collapsed vertical dimension or collapsed bite. In severe cases it becomes known as Facial Collapse or granny mouth.
Essentially, the lower jaw closes too far because of the wear on your teeth. The distance between the chin and nose gets shorter and shorter. Your jaw joint can click and pop and headaches may start. The upper teeth cannot be seen as easily when speaking. Certain speech articulation problems can also develop.Plastic Surgery Face Lift AssumptionsThe inability to smile "correctly" has unusual physical influences on our overall cosmetic appearance and also affects our self confidence and self perceptions. These secondary events can have the additive negative effect of "feeling" older. Many people who have experienced severe collapsed vertical dimension popularly assume they are candidates for a face lift.Reconstructive Dentistry Makeover versus Plastic Surgery
Patients who are fortunate to meet with Dr. Muslin before they undergo plastic surgery are surprised to learn that invasive plastic surgery is not always the appropriate treatment.In many cases his individualized dental treatments for restoring the physical properties of an ideal bite and optimized occlusion for the patient restores the underlying foundation of healthy maxillofacial occlusion and facial support. The net cosmetic result is a face lift that literally lengthens your face ... which removes years of aging. The 2nd before photo readily shows the worn down teeth. This obvious wear and tear has affected all biting surfaces. The significant loss of tooth height is a principle factor in the bite collapse and facial collapse. Premium Porcelain Face Lift Dentistry Components
The patient's goal was to have a young smile again. She wanted to be able to smile broadly again... and show off her teeth like she was once able to do.At the patient's instruction, Dr. Muslin used Procera crowns with zirconium cores, Lava (all porcelain) Crowns and High Noble Gold Porcelain Butt Joint Bridges for strength and a long lasting result. 
Face Lift Makeover ExperienceThe physical properties for restoring a youthful dental function were achieved successfully. The 3rd photo is our series shows new teeth that have substantial height and fullness.For the upper arch in particular, the renewed fullness provides the underlying structures needed for normal upper lip movement and restablishes normal maxillofacial support. The full face after photo reflects the total net effect of a makeover experience. The bite, occlusal and vertical height relationships have been recreated. The smile "behavior" is youthful and shows off the quantity of teeth desired by the patient. 
The makeover experience has also affected her entire cosmetic appearance. She looks great .... and feels great. Based on self report... the patient feels younger. She looks... 5 years younger?.... 10 years younger?Curious if Face Lift Dentistry is the right treatment for you? Contact us at (310) 829-6796 to arrange for a no obligation makeover consultation to learn more. Get the objective information you need for making an informed decision. Return to Photo Gallery
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