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Dr. Yu brings his extensive cosmetic dental experiences to the Central Coast, offering a complete panel of services that can transform your smile into a perfect smile.  Dr. Yu has also lectured at UCLA and given seminars all over the United States and abroad on many grounds-breaking, painless, and non-invasive procedures.  Our office is also fully certified to offer the  Invisalign braces-less straightening solutions.

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Smile Transformation with Veneers - gaps, spaces, and malformed teeth

Veneers are thin (less than contact lens) shells of porcelain that are bonded to the front of teeth in order to achieve dramatic transformations.   Our office exclusively uses Cerinate Lumineers which are strong, durable (lasting well over a decade) and lasting in color.

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This patient's smile was severely impacted by the large space between her front teeth.
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Resulting smile after placing of porcelain veneers, the gap is filled and the 2 teeth next to the front are also enhanced.
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This patient's smile suffered from gaps to the side due to mis-aligned teeth..
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The space is filled using porcelain veneers, and power whitening was performed.  Notice the significant change in color, esp. of the bottom.
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Notice how a single mis-aligned tooth can damage an otherwise great smile.
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A porcelain veneer was placed, dramatically improving the smile.




Dramatic Power Whitening
A better smile, in an hour

Dramatic, permanent whitening can be achieved entirely within a single lunch break.  The procedure is quick, safe, and painless.  It involves the placement of a gum protecting dam, the application of a concentrated strength whitening gel, and the application of a specially designed plasma light.


Invisalign Bracesless Straightening System

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Invisalign?
Invisalign is a series of custom-made, nearly undetectable, plastic aligners that are worn to gradually straighten crooked teeth without the need for traditional metal braces.  It can be easily removed at anytime.  Each aligner is worn for ~2 weeks, moving the teeth gradually, millimeter by millimeter, until the desired result is achieved.

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How often do I have to wear my aligners?
Invisalign only works when worn, so it is highly recommended that it is worn as much as possible, especially during sleep.

How long does Invisalign take?
While the average is 12 months, the actual duration will vary depending on the severity of your case.  Only your doctor can determine the correct lenght of treatment.

How much does Invisalign cost?
As with traditional braces, cost will vary, depending upon the complexity and lenght of your treatment.  The cost is equivalent to traditional braces, and is generally covered to the same extent as such by dental insurance plans.



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