Cosmetic Dentistry with Dr. Daniel Min — Upper East Side Prosthodontist Serving All Manhattan and New York City
Why Choose Dr. Min for Cosmetic Dentistry
Columbia-trained prosthodontist with advanced esthetics and occlusion expertise.
Award-winning precision and military-honed discipline—expect meticulous planning and clear communication.
Facially driven smile design that considers lip support, tooth proportions, and bite harmony.
Team-based care with trusted specialists when gum contouring or alignment is needed.
What Cosmetic Dentistry Can Do for You
Brighten tooth color, refine shape and symmetry, close gaps, and correct chips/wear.
Balance the smile line and gum levels for a natural, youthful look.
Improve function (chewing, phonetics) alongside esthetics—beauty that works daily.
Signature Services
- Porcelain Veneers: Ultra-lifelike ceramics to correct color, shape, and symmetry with long-term stain resistance.
- Composite Veneers & Bonding: Same-day artistry to repair chips, close spaces, and reshape edges at a lower cost.
- Teeth Whitening: In-office power whitening, custom trays, or combo protocols with desensitizing options.
- Smile Makeovers (Multi-tooth): Coordinated veneer/bonding/crown plans with trial smiles and provisional phase.
- Tooth-Colored Fillings: Conservative, bonded restorations that blend seamlessly.
- Inlays/Onlays & Crowns: Strengthen worn or cracked teeth with esthetic ceramics.
- Implant Crowns & Bridges: Replace missing teeth with natural-looking, easy-to-clean restorations.
- Gum Contouring (with specialist): Gentle reshaping for a balanced gumline.
- Clear Aligner Coordination: When alignment tweaks improve esthetics or longevity of results.
Who Is a Good Candidate
Healthy gums and teeth free of untreated decay.
Realistic goals about shade and shape; committed to maintenance.
Stable bite or willingness to use a nightguard if you clench/grind.
Willing to follow a phased plan when combining whitening, alignment, and restorations.
The Smile Makeover Process (At a Glance)
Consultation & Smile Design: Photos, digital scans, shade analysis; discuss goals and options.
Preview Phase: Whitening if needed; mock-up or provisional “test drive” to confirm shape and length.
Preparation (As Indicated): Conservative enamel shaping for veneers/onlays; minimal where possible.
Records for the Lab: Digital impressions and bite data; detailed texture and translucency mapping.
Try-In & Refinement: Evaluate color and contours in multiple lighting; adjust phonetics and bite.
Bonding/Delivery: Adhesive bonding under isolation; meticulous bite tuning for comfort and longevity.
Maintenance Plan: Hygiene coaching, nightguard when indicated, and periodic photo/shade checks.
Materials & Technology That Matter
High-strength ceramics (lithium disilicate, layered porcelains) chosen by indication.
Nano-hybrid composites with excellent polish retention for chairside artistry.
Digital impressions and photography for accuracy and shade consistency.
CBCT and occlusal analysis when bite or implant planning is involved.
Comfort, Cost, and Insurance
Gentle anesthesia and step-by-step guidance.
Transparent, itemized estimates; phased plans available for multi-tooth cases.
Cosmetic procedures are often elective; we submit to insurance for any eligible components and support HSA/FSA use where applicable.
Longevity & Care
Porcelain: long-lasting with proper hygiene and nightguard wear if you grind.
Composite: typically 4–8 years with periodic polishing or touch-ups.
Avoid chewing ice and hard objects; maintain regular cleanings and bite checks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will it look natural?
Yes—design is guided by your face, lip dynamics, and tooth proportions; texture and translucency are customized.
Do I need braces first?
Minor alignment may be handled with bonding/reshaping; clear aligners are recommended when movement improves esthetics or longevity.
Should I whiten before veneers/bonding?
Usually yes—whiten first, then match restorations to your new baseline shade.
What if I grind my teeth?
We’ll evaluate your bite and provide a protective nightguard to safeguard your new smile.
About Dr. Daniel Min
BA, University of Texas at Austin
DDS, University of Texas (American Esthetic Dental Association award; “Student of the Year” in clinical performance)
MS in Prosthodontics, Columbia University; former part-time clinical professor
U.S. Army veteran; current Army Reserve officer
Member: Academy of Prosthodontics; International Congress of Oral Implantologists
Service Area
Conveniently located on the Upper East Side and serving patients across Manhattan and the greater New York City area.
Call to Action
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