by Dr. Edward C. Yates | May 24, 2015 | Dental Procedures
Since their development in the laboratory over five decades ago, lasers have found increasing use in our everyday lives. In the field of medicine, it’s not uncommon to find lasers in the offices of dermatologists, ophthalmologists and surgeons, to name just a few....
by Dr. Edward C. Yates | May 9, 2015 | Dental Procedures
A few days before the Oscars, Vanity Fair magazine asked Academy Awards host Neil Patrick Harris to name his most treasured possession. Was it his Tony award statuette for best leading actor in a musical? His star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame? The stethoscope he wore...
by Dr. Edward C. Yates | Mar 10, 2015 | Dental Procedures
Many Hollywood luminaries use porcelain veneers to enhance their smiles. Take actress and singer Hilary Duff, who, according to People magazine, had veneers placed on her two front teeth after chipping them on a microphone during what must have been an extremely...
by Dr. Edward C. Yates | Feb 13, 2015 | Dental Procedures
Imagine how different things would have been for movie star James Dean, had he not managed to replace the front teeth he lost as a youngster. According to one biography of the 1950s heartthrob, Dean’s teeth were knocked out while he was swinging around on a...
by Dr. Edward C. Yates | Jan 14, 2015 | Dental Procedures
Can having a great smile help land you a high-level business position, a TV show, and a bride? Maybe — at least if you go by the example of Bill Rancic.The 42-year-old Chicago native is well known as the first winner of NBC-TV’s The Apprentice, a reality show...
by Dr. Edward C. Yates | Dec 30, 2014 | Dental Procedures
Q: Why should I consider cosmetic gum surgery to improve my smile?A: If you’re looking to enhance the natural beauty of your smile, you may have heard about various cosmetic procedures that can improve the appearance of your teeth. But don’t forget about the other,...
