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Dentistry has changed over the last several decades. With modern dental technology, dental professionals can create a more comfortable and complete dental care experience for their patients. As new tools and techniques are introduced, your dentist can provide you with more customized treatment. Modern Dentistry You’ll Find at Luminous Smiles  Dr. Dimple Desai in Newport…

Welcome to Luminous Smiles. We are your one-stop shop for a smile makeover in Newport Beach. We see patients with cosmetic concerns, worn teeth, and patients who want to experience high-quality dentistry. If you want to change your smile, a cosmetic dentist in Newport Beach, CA, could be what you need to meet your goals.…

Turn back the clock on your smile. Tooth enamel may be the strongest substance in the human body, but it isn’t impervious to damage from oral disease or dental injuries and staining from foods, beverages, and medications. Even if you pay exceptional attention to your oral hygiene and diet, teeth can still become yellowed, worn…

Why You’ll Love Your Invisalign Smile Invisalign is more than just a clear braces orthodontic system that gives straighter teeth to older teens and adults. The technology and design behind the system have made it one of the most efficient orthodontic solutions for treating the majority of common malocclusions. Additionally, Invisalign has several inherent advantages…

We believe patients should have high expectations when they arrive at the dentist. Patients should expect a warm, caring, and respectful environment. They should also be able to expect up-to-date dental technology and the best certifications to create a comfortable and pain-free experience. And finally, patients should be able to expect open and honest communication…

Learn how to overcome dental anxiety with these tips.  Though we strive to help our patients feel as comfortable as possible in the dental chair, we recognize that dental anxiety can feel all-consuming. For this reason, we’ve put together a list of some helpful tips on how to overcome dental anxiety. We hope that these…

A great smile is paramount to so much of what we do. And when we have a great smile, it can be easy to overlook all the benefits we experience daily. But when our smile is anything less than we desire, it can be hard to do anything but dream about what a brighter and…

What are your reasons for pursuing straighter teeth? If there is one thing we all want, it is a beautiful bright, white, straighter smile. But the fact is that our teeth can shift over time. The advanced stages of gum disease, bruxism (teeth grinding), not wearing a retainer after previous orthodontic work, and aging can…

A gummy smile is one where too much gum tissue is exposed when you smile. Also referred to as excessive gingival display, a gummy smile can make people self-conscious and can also discourage them from smiling in the first place. Thankfully, your experienced and highly-skilled cosmetic dentist in Newport Beach, CA, can easily correct this…

Achieving proper bite alignment has multiple positive benefits.  The right bite alignment is an integral element in achieving a healthy smile. But bite alignment is more than your ability to bite and chew your food. The proper alignment of your teeth affects your speech, facial aesthetics, and even the longevity of your teeth. Failure to…

Ways to Get Your Smile Ready for Anything Your smile is often thought of as the most important feature of your face in many social situations. This is doubled if you have an occupation like modeling, acting, or singing. Be sure to take advantage of this checklist of cosmetic dentistry options to make sure that…

Factors That May Affect Your Dental Restoration Dealing with a missing tooth is incredibly common. People of all ages—even younger patients—can find themselves with missing teeth for numerous reasons. There are many restorations available today, but it can be difficult to determine which is right for you. Consider these 5 points when deciding and make…