Dentistry is a continuously expanding field. There’s so many ways now to improve someone’s smile, and with today’s technology, even someone who’s used to hiding their joy behind their hands can show off their confidence with a flash of their teeth. This is what makes dentistry a noble profession—the fact that dentists can give people beautiful, confident smiles. One dentist who is proud of this and is passionate about helping people is Todd Goldstein.
We sat down with him for an interview.
Your full name:
Todd Goldstein
What is the most common type of cosmetic dentistry that your office performs?
Porcelain Veneers
With regard to braces, what are the different types you can choose from and why would older adults want or need them?
There are traditional braces which can be made of metal or ceramic and then we have options like Invisalign. Adults would want them because they are unhappy with the alignment of their teeth causing them to be self conscious or embarrassed to smile for photos or in public situations. They may need it because they have an improper bite causing TMJ issues, tooth wear, tooth pain, tooth sensitivity, headaches among other issues.
For someone trying to quickly boost their confidence or image, say for a wedding or new job, can some of these cosmetic procedures be done in one or two days ?
The only procedure that can be done that quickly would be in office professional whitening. Most other cosmetic procedures will take multiple visits usually with a few weeks between visits.
Do some insurance plans cover cosmetic dentistry or should patients expect to pay out of pocket?
They should expect to pay out of pocket.
What separates you as a Cosmetic Dentist from other professionals in your field?
First and foremost its my passion for doing this type of dentistry. It is so gratifying and fulfilling to help someone get that beautiful, confident smile. Second would be my 25 years of experience coupled with my extensive continuing education and drive to keep learning from the best.
