Dr. Catrise Austin is an expert New York Cosmetic Dentist. In 1908, she opened an office under the banner "VIP Smiles", a modern dental practice that boasts an impressive loyal following, including some of the warmest smiles in the entertainment industry.

1. Proper Care and Maintenance
for the A-List Smile:!
Procedure by Procedure
Dr. Catrise Austin

2. Proper Care and Maintenance for the!
A-List Smile: Procedure by Procedure
§ How to care for which procedure, how often and how thoroughly?
Relax; I’ve got you covered. In this section I review the various AList procedures that I discussed in the last section and share with
you any special considerations there may be for your specific
needs:
§ Porcelain Veneers: Veneers can be brushed, and flossed, just like your
regular teeth. So the same healthy routines you had before – brushing,
flossing and regular dental visits – still apply. The only special
recommendation I would make is to invest in a night guard to avoid
any unnecessary grinding of your new veneers while you sleep.

3. Proper Care and Maintenance for the!
A-List Smile: Procedure by Procedure
§ Invisalign® Clear Braces: Your new, clear braces will help straighten your
teeth and give you the confidence you need to face the world with a brand
new smile. But unlike veneers, they require a special set of cleaning
instructions that your dentist should give you. Once a day, brush them
with a soft toothbrush using cold or lukewarm water much as you would
your own teeth. Invisalign offers a special cleaning system that can be
ordered online to soak and clean your aligners as needed.
§ ZOOM!® Teeth Whitening: To keep your teeth their brightest, continue
to clean your teeth much as you would previously: brushing twice a day
and flossing regularly. An electric toothbrush is a powerful tool to help
keep the stains away. Some people like baking soda or baking soda
formula pastes to aid in stain removal. For regular touch-ups, your dental
expert can provide you with Zoom! Weekender or Nite White gel.

4. Proper Care and Maintenance for the!
A-List Smile: Procedure by Procedure
§ Snap-On Smile®: Caring for your Snap-On Smile® is truly a snap, but
it requires one extra step to do so thoroughly. First, take off your
appliance and clean your teeth as you normally would: brush and
floss properly. Next, clean your appliance according to the proper care
procedures prescribed by your dental expert. Your dentist should
provide you with a special cleaning solution for your appliance and
additional cleaning supplies can be ordered online at
www.snaponsmile.com.

5. Proper Care and Maintenance for the!
A-List Smile: Procedure by Procedure
§ Tooth Colored Fillings: Some people believe that once a filling is placed,
they are safe from getting cavities in that tooth again. Unfortunately, this
is not true! Cavities can still form under the margins of your fillings where
the filling and tooth come together, so cleaning them as you always would
by brushing and flossing regularly is crucial. Your dentist will also want to
pay special attention to them during your routine, twice-yearly visits. A
special note about brushing your porcelain fillings: many people brush
only the front of their teeth. I recommend, in addition to brushing just the
front of your teeth that you brush both the top of your teeth, biting
surface and behind your teeth and continue to floss as well.

6. Proper Care and Maintenance for the!
A-List Smile: Procedure by Procedure
§ Dental Implants: Treat your implants like your own teeth; care for them
much as you would your own. Your dental expert will pay special
attention to your periodontal care as well as your medical health to make
sure that you have the proper amount of bone to support the implant.
§ Bonding: While dental bonding quickly becomes part of your own teeth,
there are a few special considerations to take when cleaning them. For
starters, minimize or avoid consuming foods and beverages that can
tarnish and stain the natural look that your dental professional worked so
hard to achieve. Also, be sure to use a soft brush head and brush
thoroughly as well as floss between your teeth to avoid decay. If you grind
your teeth at night or clench during the day, consider having a night guard
made to protect your bonding from chipping off.

7. Proper Care and Maintenance for the!
A-List Smile: Procedure by Procedure
§ A-List Advice:
§ Please use this section as a supplement to the care instructions
your dental expert gave you along with your A-List Smile.
Procedures are continually updated and your dentist can provide
you with the latest guidelines and routines to help care for your
new smile.

8. Call Today for a Consultation!
Dr. Catrise Austin
119 W. 57th Street, Suite 512
New York, New York 10019
Phone (212) 262-6054
Website: http://NYCCGD.com
As a New York Cosmetic Dentist (10019), we offer a variety of dental
services including but not limited to:
Cosmetic Dentistry :: Dental Crowns :: Dental Health :: Dental Implants :: Family
Dentistry :: General Dentistry :: Porcelain Veneers :: Composite Veneers :: Restorative
Dentistry :: Braces :: Smile Makeover :: Teeth Whitening :: Sedation Dentistry.
As a New York Cosmetic Dentist (10019), we serve the following areas:
We serve patients all over the world as well as those in the following areas:
Manhattan, NY :: Harlem, NY :: MidTown, NY :: New York, NY :: Time Square ::
Upper West Side :: Upper East Side.