06/18/2026
The difference? It's all in the fit.
This patient came to us after undergoing a dental bonding procedure elsewhere. She was unhappy with the results and described being only loosely consulted during the process.
Her prior procedure hadn’t been completed properly and appeared rushed, with bulky restorations causing irritation and bleeding at the gumline. Beyond the discomfort, her primary concern was the shape of her restorations. Her smile had changed in ways that felt unnatural. She liked the shape of her original teeth, but her new tooth profile didn’t sit well with her. She felt like she’d had no input on the final results.
After several discussions, we decided to remove the existing resin and evaluate the underlying tooth structure. Once her gums had healed from the inflammation, she had the option to try again with direct bonding or explore ceramic veneers. After reviewing the pros and cons, she chose direct bonding, with a shape closer to her natural teeth. To help approximate this shape, she shared photos of her smile before her initial bonding work had been done.
The first step was to remove the resin from the original procedure and polish the teeth. She had some teeth whitening done while we allowed for the tissues to heal. A beautiful wax work up of her new smile was then created by Jim Globocki from Perfect Smiles Dental Lab, a critical step that had been missing from her earlier experience. After some modifications, she approved the work-up. We then duplicated the prototype in her own teeth.
The full treatment took approximately four weeks across three appointments. The consultation process took two appointments, with the restorations completed in a single visit.
At our practice my team and I prioritize listening. We want your input, and we want you to be comfortable.
When it comes to dental treatment - cosmetic or general - I insist on involving patients every step of the way. Each person is looking for something different. This is when I become like the tailor: the goal is a result that fits you perfectly. That takes time, communication and care, but it’s essential to delivering results that feel natural, functional, and truly satisfying.