Editorial Reviews
Book Description
The most important thing you wear is your smile! From
over-the-counter whiteners to cosmetic dentistry, brushing to braces,
toothpaste to floss, Americans spend billions of dollars each year in search
of the perfect smile. Now one of the nation's leading dentists presents a
concise guide for men and women who long for a bright, shining smile. This
information-packed book covers all treatments and products available to
today's consumer, and explores the financial and insurance considerations,
effectiveness, duration, and risks of each. Topics include: tooth whitening,
bleaching, bonding, porcelain veneers, inlays, implants, crowns and bridges,
orthodontic braces, personal dental hygiene, how to choose a dentist, new
technologies, and more. The psychology of the smile is also explored as is
new scientific data regarding the impact of one's smile on success in work
and romance. The Perfect Smile is ideal for men and women of all ages
and makes a great family guide, too. Includes a coupon for a free
toothbrush! 40 b/w photos.
About the Author
James Doundoulakis, DDS is a specialist in
cosmetic dental rehabilitation, prosthodontics, maxillofacial prosthetics,
and implant tooth replacement. He is Section Chief, Maxillofacial
Prosthetics and Assistant Attending, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center
and Attending and Assistant Clinical Professor, New York Presbyterian
Hospital. Warren Strugatch is a professional writer and journalist
and is a regular contributor to the New York Times. |