A cosmetic dentist often performs a non surgical face lift by restoring the fullness of the face lost by collapse of the teeth and dental arches. As we get older, teeth wear down and our face gets shorter with the wearing away of the dental structures. The lips, cheeks and chin require the support of the teeth and dental jaw bone. As the teeth collapse, so does the face. The facial collapse with worn out natural teeth mimics the look of a denture wearers without dentures. In addition to creating harsh lines and smaller lips, this collapse can cause jaw joint problems, TMJ headaches and speech problems.
Restoring dental arch width is an important part of a dental non surgical face lift. Besides the wear on the tops of teeth, the width of teeth also wears away and it's not uncommon for patients to lose a centimeter of arch width as the dental arches get smaller. The lower dental arch is especially vulnerable to collapse and most orthodontic cases completed in the teenage years fail by middle age as the teeth collapse towards the tongue. This collapes the cheeks inward and gives and aging appearance.
A non surgical face lift should provide the patient with a beautiful smile by restoring the lost tooth structure. Dentists call it restoring the vertical dimension of occlusion. The teeth in the back of the mouth must also be lengthened with crowns and/or onlays or a special type of orthodontics. Many denture wearers who have badly worn dentures have many features of facial colapse which can be reversed with beautiful cosmetic dentures constructed a the correct facial length.
The changes planned in a patient's face and smile must match the age and personality of the wearer. A gorgeous sexy smile, while beautiful on a 25 year old, may look artificial on a 75 year old. A handsome man's smile will probably look terrible on a woman. The appearance of the teeth must look natural, pleasing and match the patient's facial dimensions. The dentists at the Atlanta Dental Group PC are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being. You are welcome to join our family of patients. If you are interested in speaking with Atlanta Cosmetic Dentist, Dr. Mark Allan Padolsky about a dental non surgical face lift for you, schedule a free cosmetic consultation at 404-874-7428.