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DR. JENINE ARAB O’MALLEY IS THE FOUNDER AND HEAD OF THE HALIFAX DENTAL STUDIO, A LEADING COSMETIC AND RESTORATIVE DENTAL FACILITY LOCATED IN HALIFAX,
NOVA SCOTIA.
Real Style: What are some things people should look for when choosing a cosmetic dental facility?
Any dentist can say that they’re a cosmetic dentist, as it’s not recognized as a specialty. Although the majority of dentists are excellent technical clinicians, a true cosmetic dentist has an appreciation for the artistry
intense training that goes well beyond that attained in dental school. For this reason, it is really important to find a dental professional with accreditation or special training in the field. When looking for a cosmetic dental faculty, it might be helpful to look at their website and view before and after photos. Check that the facility performs a wide variety of procedures including bleaching, cosmetic bonding
Dr. Jenine Arab O’Malle:
of smile design principles,
which includes understanding colour and translucency that are challenging issues for most dentists. Cosmetic dentistry requires a level of expertise and
and implants, rather than just
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PHOTOS, LEFT: JENINE ARAB O’MALLE, RIGHT: ISTOCK