Night out with hubby to support a cause that is very dear to my heart 🖤@missionplasticos
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#galanight #missionplasticos #plasticsurgery #helpingothers #newportbeach #balboabayclub #balboabayresort #datenight #herveleger #blacktie #coronadelmar ...

This beautiful patient wanted her smile to look uniform and natural so I replaced the old crowns on her two front teeth with all ceramic ones. This photo was taken immediately post insertion, the gums will heal just fine in about 72 hours.
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#shadematching #porcelaincrowns #smile #dentalceramics #aesthetics #smilewithconfidence #newportbeach #orangecounty #dentaldesign #dentaloffice #scadfamily ...

Be your own biggest believer and fan.
Put it on your back and carry the weight.
You are worth it.
#happylaborday
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#newportbeach #coronadelmar #lagunabeach #goals #motivationalquotes #staythecourse #believe #dentist #dentista #smilemore #boss #lasvegas #encore #aaca ...

Last Saturday I spent the day at @beverlyhillsdentallab sharpening my photography skills. If a picture is worth a thousand words a high quality one is worth a million. Thanks @sam_alawie for elevating dentistry. I will be back for more!
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#neverstoplearning #beverlyhills #newportbeach #dentalphotography #professionalphotography #dentallaboratory #aestheticdentistry #cosmetics #90212 #losangeles ...

Certain things that only Rio can give.
#tbt ...

It’s always a great seeing this Brazilian beauty @brunadlima. We just finished her #Invisalign journey and her smile is on point just like she always dreamed of.
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#clearaligners #cosmeticdentistry #aaca #newportbeach #orthodontics #straightteeth #loveyoursmile #estheticdentist ...

Closing the gap. This lovely patient never liked the space in between her two front teeth. We used tooth colored bonding material to lengthen and reshape the smile. We also made an upper clear retainer to be worn at night to protect the restorations from any night time trauma( grinding or clenching ). This procedure was done in one visit only.
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#closingthegap #mindthegap #diastema #diastemaclosure #photography #dentalphotography #dentaloffice #newportbeach #newportbeachdentist #whitesmile #lagunabeach #surfcity ...

Thank you so much @rivieramagazineoc for the opportunity to participate in your Dynamic Women project, featured in the September issue.
@modlux_diana you are amazing to work with. Also thanks to my fab glam team @maggie.does.hair_ and @alexanderpeuchot
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#newportbeach #dynamicwomen #septemberissue #orangecounty #coronadelmar #oceanviews #veahotel #cosmeticdentist #dolcegabbana #fashionisland #glamforaday ...

#minimakeover replacing old crown(over 20 years old) on right central incisor and doing a porcelain veneer on the left central incisor. The two front should always be symmetrical in order to properly balance the smile.
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#porcelainveneer #porcelaincrown #balance #symmetry #orangecounty #dentistinnewportbeach #design #cosmetics #biomimeticdentistry #dentisticarestauradora #smile ...

I have always been fascinated by teeth because they tell a story. By looking at a person’s teeth I can identify their age, dietary habits, oral hygiene routine, grinding and chewing patterns. Teeth that are healthy, white, ideal sized and properly aligned is a form of currency. In a country where dentistry still remains out of reach to many, the author raises the question: is it fair?
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#booklover #teeth #smile #acessibilidade #accessibility #socialinequality #classmarker #smilecare #dentist #reader #preventivedentistry #orangecounty #newportbeach #health #prevention #invisalign #aaca ...

I am a die hard city girl, born and raised, but nature will always rule my 💙 Thank you Brian for showing me again how beautiful your country is.
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#idaho #lakepayette #mountains #americathebeautiful #naturetrip #country #newportbeach #citygirl #orangecounty #rechargeyourself #mccallidaho ...

Before, during and two weeks after esthetic crown lengthening procedure. One of my favorite ways to lengthen the teeth and give the smile more presence and symmetry.
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#dentalsurgery #cosmeticdentistry #plasticsurgery #newportbeach #aesthetic #orangecounty #dentalboss #odontologiacosmetica #dentistica #dentaloffice ...

Persistency is key. Yesterday after the amazing aerial tour of the city, I asked the pilot how long did it take him to learn the craft. He said that learning it was not the hard part but saving enough money for attend pilot school was the ultimate challenge. Twelve years ago he was part of the crew that was in charge of cleaning and maintaining the aircraft and a burning desire to fly consumed him. He said that he became an entrepreneur, opened a sandwich shop which he operated for six years ( while still holding on to the previous job ) until enough money was saved for school. And the rest is history. He now gets paid to do what he loves most: fly. Persistency is key. Do you agree?
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#copacabanapalace #persitencia #aguadecoco #persistency #dreambig #pilotschool #dentalschool #dentist #newportbeach #whitedress #cosmetic #nevergiveup #acrediteemvocê #believe ...

“I want bigger teeth!” It’s a very common complaint that I receive as a cosmetic dentist. A lot of patients think that the answer is in veneer restorations. It takes a very trained eye to decipher the proper balance between white and pink, teeth and gums. This case was treated with gum and bone reshaping technically called crown lengthening.
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#gumrecontouring #diodelaser #bigsmile #smilemore #smilecreator #dentaloffice #design #newportbeach #lagunabeach #orangecounty #periodontia #sorriso #orangecountydentist #dentistanoseua ...

“We are family”
That is the title of this mural painted by a street artist of the biggest favela of Brazil, Rocinha.
The art portrays people of all different colors sitting together at a table. It aims to raise awareness to the severe social discrimination suffered by the residents of the favela.
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#rio #rocinhafavela #family #enddiscrimination #weareallinthistogether #brasil #wearefamily ...

Glad to be back. There’s no place like #rio
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#brazil #brasil🇧🇷 #vacationmode #iconiccity #viewpoint #riodejaneiro #amobrasil #ilovebrasil #dentista #beauty #design #fasanorio #viajarfazbem #travel #newport #california #newportheach #orangecountydentist #lagunabeachcalifornia ...

Celebrating another year around the sun with my 💕
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#vegas #herveleger #party #lifepartner #birthday #aniversario #gratitude #gratidão #wynnlasvegas #valentinosandals #celebratinglife #cipriani #newportbeach #coronadelmar #orangecounty #nevada #invisalignsmile #invisalign ...

Closing the gap. This lovely teenager did not like the space between her two front teeth. Because of her age we opted for a very conservative bonding procedure to reshape the front incisors. And, it takes only one visit to accomplish it.
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#closethegap #mindthegap #bonding #resinacomposta #cosmeticdentistry #dentaloffice #newport #artistry #dentalart #orangecounty #surfcity #dentistaartista #plasticsurgery #aesthetic ...

Learning from the best! I love taking continuing education courses and applying that knowledge to achieve treatment outcomes that will empower my patients to smile big and confidently.
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Two views. One set of veneers. ...

Date night. ...

This beautiful patient was unhappy with the wear and flatness of her front teeth. We did a mini smile makeover by custom making four porcelain veneers.
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#lagunabeach #newportbeach #dental #smile #makeover #antiaging #veneers #irvine #dentista #lentesdecontatodental #dentaloffice #plasticsurgery ...

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there❤️
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#newportbeach #motherhood #coronadelmar #lagunabeach #maternidade #mae #emptynester #motherchild ...

One of my favorite aspects of American culture is the art of hand writing thank you notes. I have never regretted sending one and I always feel pure joy when I receive one. There is something luxurious about expressing sincere feelings on embossed linen paper.
Can anyone relate? ...

This sweet patient really disliked the darkness of her teeth and tried several different methods for teeth whitening without success. It’s nearly impossible to whiten tetracycline stained teeth without restorative dentistry. In this case 20 porcelain crowns were done.
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#dentistry #dentaloffice #whitesmile #cosmetic #esthetic #newportbeach #plasticsurgery #coronadelmar #confidence ...

Strolling around and recharging before another busy week at work. Not long ago I used to think that working on the weekends would give me an edge and help further my career. How wrong I was.
Now I respect down time and I am a much better dentist because of it. When Monday comes along I am mentally and physically rested and ready to give 1000% to my patients because they deserve nothing less. Life is a balancing act.

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#pelicanhillresort #newportbeach #coronadelmar #whitedress #springtime #dentista #dentist #photography #lifeisanadventure #workandplay ...

One of my favorite cases of in office teeth whitening using Zoom technology from Phillips.
#makeover ...

This view, the rain.
Happiness is appreciating the little things.
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#view #oceanviews #rainnyday #happinessisachoice #ocean #dentaloffice #dentalart #dentistlife #dentist #CDM #newportbeach #lagunabeach #headintheclouds #dream #loveit ...

Repair of central incisor fracture with resin bonding. I always tell everyone to not use their teeth as tools. This patient was trying to bite a cuticle off and accidentally fractured a piece of her enamel.
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#cosmeticbonding #smile #cosmeticdentistry #dentistry #orangecounty #surfcity #newportbeach #dentistica #dentaloffice #dentalschool #dentalworld #smilemaker #cosmetics #dentaltips #dentalcare #orangecounty #newportbeachdentist ...

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#newportbeach #lagunabeach #giveaway #orangecounty #cosmeticdentistry #dreamsmile #selfcare #upgrade #goelectric #dentist #oralbgenius #ai #cosmetics #boss #loveyoursmile ...

While no marriage is ever perfect because no person ever is.

To us, one of the keys is having regular dates. We are are so busy during the week with our careers that we have learned the importance of scheduled time together.

I would love to hear from you: what makes your relationship work?

#couples #married #mariage #goals #newportbeach #orangecounty #relationshipgoals #relationships #love #lagunabeach #amg ...

“In this world there is no force equal to the strength of a woman determined to rise.”
W.E.B. Du Bois

#womensday #diainternacionaldamulher
#newportbeach
#boss
#nevergiveup
#photography
#orangecounty
#dentist #minority #womenempowerment #newportbeachcalifornia
#blackownedbusiness ...

Whom do you look up to?
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Yesterday I was able to meet @betsybakemandds. She is a former president of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the organization that has changed my professional trajectory here in the US.
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I remember the first convention that I attended in 2017 which led me to quit my associate position and search for a dental practice that allowed me to pursue my passion in dental aesthetics. I remember seating teary eyed at one of the lectures because I felt that I had finally found my tribe: the people that want to be better than they were yesterday with the ultimate goal of delivering nothing short of excellent dentistry.
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I just want you to know this: Whatever your passion is, just loose yourself in it and you will be found.

#newportbeach #cosmetics #cosmeticdentistry #seattle #koiscenter #fashionisland #passion #goals #dontgiveup ...

I know a lot of you don’t like to see retracted views. However, I wanted to show what a “bite lift” looks like. In this case the years of wear have shortened the teeth requiring the vertical dimension to be increased to make space for the porcelain restorations. It was a very complex but very rewarding case.
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#cosmetics #restoration #dentistlife #cosmeticdentistry #ufpel #odonto #orangecounty #newportbeach #irvine #huntingtonbeach #dentalboss #koiscenter #smile #selfie #seattle #pelotas ...

This year I celebrate 10 years of earning my second DDS degree and of being in private practice.
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I remember vividly how hard it was to get accepted into the Loma Linda School of Dentistry and also, that graduating from the program was even more challenging.
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If I could go back and tell my younger self one thing it would be this: Never let the challenges become bigger than your faith. Ever.
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Have a great week ahead.
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#newportbeach #orangecounty #dental #faith #keepgoing #bosslady #womeninbusiness #neverstoplearning #ambition #motivation #irvine #lagunabeach #fashion #fashionisland #theory #odonto #odontologia #womenindentistry #alisoviejo #california #dentist #dentistry #lovewhatyoudo ...

Here is a great case in which #Invisialign plus two #porcelaincrowns were done to refresh the smile. Happy Saturday!
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#smile #smilemakeover #cosmeticdentistry #aesthetic #newportbeach #orangecounty #orthodontics #aaca #clearbraces #clearaligners #surfcity #lagunabeach #orangecountydentist ...

🍝 Lover ...

With just a few hours left to 2021, I want to pay a tribute to all the patients that trusted my work and my practice philosophy. In #2022 I vow to continue to improve my skills and knowledge because you deserve only the best that dentistry has to offer.
Thank you.
See you in 2022.
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Filling the gap…This patient was born with a missing lateral and an implant with a full porcelain crown was used to restore the case.
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Accidents happen! I always tell my patients to not tear food with their front teeth if restorations are present. In this case, a bagel was the culprit. Luckily I was able to repair the fracture with bonding without needing to replace the whole restoration.
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#bonding #whitesmile #veneers #accident #smile ...

I remember the last work interview I went to and I was told by this local DDS that I was not a cosmetic dentist. I was so distraught afterwards that I couldn’t even find my way home. A normally 25 minute commute took almost an hour. And during that drive I realized that if I did not have my own practice I was going to continuously be told what to do and even worse, I would be told what I couldn’t do. I would allow someone else set the bar and determine my own limitations. Today, I feel grateful for those unpleasant words because they helped me get out of my comfort zone and move into the potential zone where growth happens. #happysunday ...

Minimally Invasive Dentistry. Conservative smile makeover done with in office teeth whitening. We use the latest version of ZOOM from Phillips. Sensitivity is none to minimal depending on the patient. I love the instant gratification this procedure provides! ...

Wonderland 📚
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#mondaymakeover This patient dreamed of having a white smile. Her entire life she struggled with severe tetracycline stained teeth and she told me that she never smiled for photos. Once I completed her case, I loved seeing how bubbly she became! And now she can’t stop smiling. 22 porcelain crowns by master ceramist John Hunzicker.
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#makeovermonday This patient had a shorter front tooth (central incisor ) that bothered him. We did a minimal prep porcelain veneer to balance the smile, simple and conservative.
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Self care Sunday💚
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#selfcare #drinkyourgreens #newportbeach #danapoint #orangecounty #homesweethome #behealthy #happiness ...

Peace✌️
#weekend #paz #newportbeach #ilovethiscity #mar #ocean #nature ...

#tbt A pleasant surprise at the end of a hike of Diamond Head Trail in Hawaii. Definitely one of the most scenic hikes in the US. A must do.

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#Hawaii #travel #ferias #viagem #california #newportbeach ...

#makeovermonday This transformation was achieved with 9 months of #Invisalign. Invisalign is a series of clear aligners( each aligner is worn for 2 weeks, 22 hours a day) that progressively straightens the smile. And the length of treatment is dependent on the complexity of the case. I have completed cases that ranged from 90 days to 2 years.
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#makeovermonday Full mouth rehabilitation to correct the bite and the unevenness of the dental structures. It was a difficult complex case, but very rewarding, especially after seeing the positive changes in the patient’s personality. To smile with confidence is one of the greatest gifts in life.
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Wishing you a fantastic Saturday 😁
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#tbt to my first mission trip to Kenia as a dental student. Unforgettable is an understatement. This trip was part of Loma Linda School of Dentistry’s curriculum. I had never been to the continent before and I am forever grateful for the opportunity to work with the Masai Mara community.
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Hello gorgeous! We unveiled this beautiful smile with a session of in office teeth whitening using the Zoom system. Sensitivity, if present, is minimal. And contrary to some unsubstantiated belief, the whitening solution does not harm the enamel because it does not change the tooth’s structure.

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Happy Father’s Day to my dad. He taught me important lessons like: “Silence is better than noise “ and “There’s a place and a time for everything “. As a child I did not quite understand their value as I do today.
Thank you dad!

#newportbeach #rio #praia #beach #felizdiadospais #paiefilha ...

Got brown stains? Don’t worry!
The staining can be improved with a session of in office teeth whitening.
And the outcome is always better if done right after a professional dental cleaning.
#smilemore #teethwhitening #cosmetics #smile #newportbeach #fashionisland #lagunabeach #huntingtonbeach ...

Closing the weekend with this view. Dear Monday, I am ready for you. ...

Refreshing the smile and restoring the length of the teeth with a set of ten porcelain veneers.
#newportbeach #makeover #smile #smilemore #buildconfidence #veneers #porcelainveneers #cosmetics ...

Feliz Dia dos Namorados @green.brian01 ❤️ Te amo ❤️
#diadosnamorados #valentines #love #newportbeach #orangecounty #dolcegabbana #datenight ...

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I love the instant gratification that in office teeth whitening provides! It’s the best noninvasive makeover available. A yellow smile ages the face, making it look sallow, lifeless.
#smile #antiaging #loveyoursmile #cosmetics #newportbeach #fashionisland #agewell ...

Every day is a new beginning and with it comes the opportunity to start fresh, try again or try something new. The choice is yours. And please remember to smile through the process.

#dontgiveup #motivation #resilience #smilemore #orangecounty #newportbeach ...

Whenever I have a challenging day, whenever I feel that I am not making progress... I look at this view and remind myself to breathe and find perspective.
Staring at the ocean has always grounded me, since my childhood back in Brazil. It’s definitely my stillpoint. What is yours? ...

Ending the weekend on this note. I love my profession for what it can do for others, and when I get this level of feedback it makes everything worthwhile. Thank you Jill for sharing your experience. ...

My journey to becoming a licensed and trained 🇺🇸dentist to private office ownership has taught me many valuable lessons. And one of them is this:
You can’t cheat the grind. It knows how much you have invested and it will not give you anything you haven’t worked for. ...

As we age the upper lip becomes longer decreasing the amount of tooth display when smiling. In this case ten porcelain veneers were fabricated to correct it.
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#antiaging #smile #newportbeach #coronadelmar #orangecounty #cosmetics #cosmeticdentistry #odontologiaestetica ...

Have you ever wondered what is it that your smile is doing for you?
Is it opening doors professionally for you?
Does it help you feel attractive?
Is it a source of pain?
Can you laugh without being self conscious about what others will think? ...

#tbt Big Sur. This photo was taken during the road trip in which in fell in love 💙with California 12 years ago. ...

“What you choose to focus on becomes your reality.” Invest in you. Educate yourself. Stay positive. Cut out negativity out of your life. Eat clean. Work hard. Be kind. Help others. ...

This mom of four just finished her Invisalign treatment last week. It was a 10 month journey juggling dental visits, online schooling, carpool, meal prepping, nap time...She, however, really wanted to do something nice for herself and she made Invisalign fit into her lifestyle. We minimized the amount of visits to the office due to her time crunch and we were able to finish her treatment right on time for Mother’s Day. ...