By Melissa Coker Growing up, I kind of liked my imperfect teeth, but after a friend strongly suggested fixing them, I went on a funny—and at times horrifying—mission for the perfect smile “Don't be offended, but I think you should get your teeth fixed,” a friend said to me a few months ago. I apparently had the worst teeth he’d ever seen—which came as a surprise to me. Yes, I still had... read more »

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There comes a time when whitening teeth is like putting a fresh coat of paint on a house with flimsy foundation. "Tooth shifting is more aging than discoloration, because it can alter the shape of your face," says Michael Apa, a New York City dentist who specializes in cosmetic procedures. It's common for teeth to begin shifting in the 30s, and many people will notice "crowding of the lower front... read more »

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The most natural-looking veneers in town New York-based Dr Apa is a pioneer of Facial Aesthetic Design, a technique that can transform the look of your face just by adjusting your teeth. Having worked with the A-list and supermodels alike, he is the go-to man for a dental makeover. He tells EW: “Your teeth are the first thing you see when you look in the mirror, they can change the shape... read more »

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Veneers Veneers are the quickest way to fix your teeth, whether they're yellow, crooked or anything less than the size of Chiclets. According to cosmetic dentist D. Michael Apa, a full set of veneers - usually the upper ten teeth, since those are most often visible - can be added in a week (two two-hour appointments and a couple follow-ups). And they don't actually look like Chiclets now: Guys like Apa... read more »

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Boldfaced Names from the New East Side MB Regan, SoulCycle instructor and spinning goddess... Mary Ann Browning, personal trainer to the new Masters of the Universe... Adelino Da Costa, owner of PunchFitness kickboxing studio... Dr. Michael Apa, who keeps local smiles briqht... Alda Bicaj, a facialist the ladies swear will change your skin... Dr. Lisa Airan, the dermatologist known as much for her Lanvin wardrobe as her way around a filler...... read more »

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These clever fixes are based on the “facial thirds concept,” the idea that attractive faces are divided into three equal sections: between the hairline and the brow, the brow and the base of the nose, and the base of the nose to the bottom of the chin. In some people - especially tooth grinders - the chewing surface of molars wears down. “Grinding can make that lower segment of the face... read more »

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MF spoke with renowned cosmetic dentist, Dr Apa, about why teeth whitening could be a great all-round health option. Teeth of the rich and famous... We do look after a few celebrities. I can't really say much, but we definitely have four of the Forbes' top 20. We have Matt Dillon, Donald Trump. Obama's daughters? Yeah, that was a misprint. Slaves to the media... I think the celebrity world has perhaps driven cosmetic dentistry... read more »

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Specialty Fillers aren't the only option to plump lips and hollowed-out cheeks. New York City cosmetic dentist Apa tweaks the teeth of socialites and supermodels to add fullness and subtract years. Secret Weapon Apa strategically places ceramic crowns on rear molars for a balanced bit, reducing marionette lines. Combined with veneers, this "fills the smile out for fuller cheeks." Quick Fix Crest 3D White 2 Hour Express Whitestrips are the "fastest, most efficient over-the-counter option." Source:... read more »

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As partner of New York's celebrity dental clinic The Rosenthal-Apa Group, Dr Apa is no stranger to transforming smiles. Recently named as The Aesthetic Dentist of Record for Elite Model Management, the rich and famous have been flocking to his practice due to his uncanny ability to change the appearance of not just a smile, but the entire face through his artistry with veneers. Now Dr Apa is bringing his expertise to... read more »

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OLD SCHOOL - Brush-on whiteners and ill-fitting strips whose brightening results were so-so at best. NOW SCHOOL - Faster than ever whiteners that leave your teeth nearly as gleaming as in-office options. Improvements in the fit of at-home devices, as well as bleach-delivery systems that work faster, have made DIY whitening easier than ever. In fact, many dentists we spoke to admitted to using at home options themselves - either to maintain... read more »

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