Posted on 10/09/2024 7:22:52 AM PDT by Red Badger
WASHINGTON (AP) — If you have stained or chipped teeth, you might be considering veneers, customized teeth coverings that can restore a photogenic smile without more extensive dental work.
But dentists warn that these pricey cosmetic enhancements are at the center of a worrisome online trend: unlicensed practitioners without proper training or supervision offering low-cost veneers.
These self-described “veneer techs” often promote themselves on Instagram and TikTok, promising a full set of veneers for less than half of what dentists typically charge. Some also market their own training courses and certifications for people looking to get into the business.
It’s misleading, health professionals warn — and illegal. All states require dental work, including veneers, to be performed under the supervision of a licensed dentist.
On Thursday, Georgia law enforcement officials arrested Brandon Diller, who promoted himself to 158,000 Instagram followers as “Atlanta’s top veneer specialist and trainer.” Diller practiced dentistry without a license and sold “training and certificates, which were worthless” and “provided no legitimate or legal credentials,” according to an arrest warrant from Fulton County’s District Attorney’s office.
Here’s what to know about veneers and how to avoid bogus providers and services:
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When I need a root canal I always look for a dentist on social media........damn people are dumb. SMH
Don’t fall for $20k for full dentures at Aspen, either.
And, don’t forget the coupon at the back of the phone book or pinned to a corkboard at a grocery store!!! 😁
Aspen is a scam.....................
A few years ago my periodontist told me he was making a fortune from morons who came back from Mexico with substandard dental work.
Anti - Dentites!
I’m available. I own a pair of pliers and a hammer and chisel.
As long as we do it in your garage I’m in. 👍
I’m neither a biologist nor a dentist; but I would think the edges of veneers are a natural breeding ground for bacteria. Anyone have accurate knowledge on this?
Correct...................
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