Instasmile is a brand name for a process of creating a snap-on appliance for improving the appearance of unsightly teeth. They are removable veneers and are supposed to create instant smile teeth. The unfortunate thing is they are damaging to the existing teeth, promote decay, cover up already existing decay, often create problems with the gums, and add tremendous bulk to the normal teeth. They feel very “thick” and bulky to most patients and they may even look bulky. The licensed dentist as well as the conventional dental labs are bypassed. Instasmile seems like a great bargain. As a retired practicing dentist with over 47 years experience, I feel that it is money wrongly spent and a majority of the patients will realize this upon a belated delivery of the appliance.
