SMILING WITH CONFIDENCE
Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Sam Namdarian Explains How He Makes Every Patient Grin With Delight
Fresno Smile Makeovers (FSM), led by Dr. Sam Namdarian, offers cosmetic dentistry you can trust! An undergraduate of the University of California, Santa Cruz, Dr. Namdarian went on to earn his DMD degree from Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine before completing a two-year post-doctoral residency program at University Medical Center, Fresno, where he served as Chief Resident. Dr. Namdarian achieved post-graduation certification from the UCLA School of Dentistry and is a member of numerous professional dental organizations. A member of the Frontier Institute, he now serves as clinical instructor to dentists attending their cosmetic courses.
As one of the top cosmetic dentists in California, Dr. Namdarian and his staff are experts in creating beautiful smiles. Fresno Smile Makeovers offers a vast array of cosmetic dental offerings, including: bridges, composite fillings, crowns, implant restorations, Invisalign, veneers, and teeth whitening. Dr. Namdarian has taken extensive training in Invisalign, having achieved Platinum Plus Preferred Provider status due to his many successful Invisalign cases—over 1,500 Invisalign patients now smile with confidence at Dr. Namdarian’s hands! Visit www.fresnosmilemakeovers.com to schedule a consultation for whatever your heart desires for your smile today.
LB What does the process of matching veneers look like?
SN Any dental cosmetic work requires a thorough diagnostic process to match the surrounding teeth, facial structure, and gender of the patient. Macro photography must be done to communicate with the dental laboratory to ensure an optimal design. The shape and the shade need to be matched in a way that the veneers look natural.
LB How do you ensure optimal/personalized tooth shape with veneers?
SN Each case is unique per each patient. This must be designed based on age, gender, facial structure, and patient appeal. Again, good photography helps create better communication between the cosmetic dentist and the lab technician. Fabrication of the diagnostic model is the first step to ensure a predictable outcome.
LB How do you match tooth whiteness for natural-looking results when adding veneers?
SN Porcelain veneers use ceramic material to revive the smile, and it also masks teeth and their color imperfections. This material can be matched perfectly to the color of neighboring teeth with the use of filtered light and good photography to ensure natural appearance. Porcelain veneers blend in seamlessly with natural enamel due to their color and translucency.
LB When multiple procedures are done on a case, how do you determine the course of action/order of operations?
SN A procedure with any type of complexities starts with a comprehensive treatment plan. I determine the priority of the action that needs to be accomplished. Some cases start with orthodontic repositioning, some with implant placements, and some with aesthetics. I start every case with visualizing its aesthetic end result. I consider aesthetic, function, structure, and biology in each case.
LB What’s the difference between composite and amalgam fillings?
SN Amalgam fillings are made from tin, copper, silver, and mercury. Composite fillings are made of resin material. The appearance for these two different materials is noticeably different. While composite can be matched with the appearance of the natural teeth, amalgam fillings have a silver appearance and stand out when people talk and smile.
LB In what ways are composite fillings ideal for cosmetic dentistry?
SN Composite fillings can easily be matched and bonded to the natural tooth structure. For many years, composite dental materials had lack of strength and aesthetics. Nanotechnology gave clinicians the chance to have the best of both in one material. Nanotechnology improved composite material in compressive, mechanical, and tensile strength, fracture resistance, polishability, and dimensional stability.
LB How was this case unique?
SN This case is unique just like any other case done at Fresno Smile Makeovers in the regard that it created a very natural and rejuvenated smile. The patient is very happy and satisfied with the result.
LB Tell us about how this case fulfilled you personally.
SN Every single case takes me through a journey, which starts with treatment planning, smile design, and, finally, getting started with the project. The beautiful outcome of each case, like this case, along with the patient’s satisfaction, makes me a better clinician and a better person.
Editorial Director Lauren Barisic
Photo courtesy of Fresno Smile Makeovers.
