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Wondering if your gummy smile can be fixed? Dra. Sara Pelaez Monsalve explains the three treatments she recommends most. Botulinum toxin, crown lengthening, and lip repositioning and how she decides which one is right for each patient. If you are considering gummy smile treatment and want to understand your options before booking, start here.
Veneer alternatives compared by a cosmetic dentist: whitening, composite bonding, clear aligners, enamel reshaping and crowns. Find out which option fits your teeth, your budget and how much enamel you want to keep.
DDS vs DMD same degree, different name. The title on a dentist’s diploma depends entirely on which university awarded it, not on their training or skills. Learn what this means for your Colombian Odontólogo and why the dentist at Clínica Viena is just as qualified as any DDS or DMD abroad.
Many patients wonder if getting a smile design means sacrificing their natural teeth the answer depends entirely on the preparation type. This guide breaks down the real difference between minimally invasive E-max veneers and traditional preparations, so you can make a truly informed decision
If your veneer fell off after dental tourism, do not panic and do not apply any household adhesive. Keep the veneer in a clean dry container, take clear photos in good lighting, and contact your clinic via WhatsApp immediately. At Clínica Viena in Medellín, our remote consultation protocol and Triple Guarantee for ceramic veneer restorations mean you are never left without support, no matter where in the world you are when it happens
Most people describe dental implant surgery as pressure rather than sharp pain, because the area is numbed with local anesthesia. Soreness afterward is usually mild to moderate and tends to ease over the first week. In a study of 108 patients, most reported no pain or mild pain during the first seven days. At Clínica Viena in Medellín, conscious sedation is available for anxious patients, and IV sedation is supervised by an anesthesiologist
Which lasts longer, E-max or composite resin? What does the research actually say? Dra. Sara Peláez compares both materials on durability, staining, repairs, and visits, so you can make a confident decision before traveling to Medellín for your smile makeover.
New veneers need a few extra precautions during your first flight home: keep an oral care kit in your carry-on, expect mild sensitivity from cabin pressure and dry air, and stay hydrated. The veneer bonding itself is not affected by altitude, but unresolved sensitivity can be more noticeable in flight, so complete your final check-up before departure
Wondering how long veneers take in Colombia? See the day-by-day timeline, factors that affect it, and how many days to plan your Medellín trip
Worried your veneers might look “fake”? You don’t have to guess. Before we touch a single tooth, you get a digital smile design preview and a physical mock-up you can actually see, talk, and smile with in the mirror. No drilling, no commitment, just a real test-drive of your new smile
Before you book a flight to Medellín, find out what actually makes you a candidate for veneers, what just needs treating first (not a permanent no), and how remote screening works for international patients.
A step-by-step look at professional gingivitis cleaning: what scaling and root planing involves, how it differs from a regular cleaning, and what recovery looks like.