Ideal Dentistry

Ideal Dentistry Teams Up With Gold Dust Dental

Jun 13, 2013 Ideal Dentistry, the premier dental practice in Louisville that provides exceptional dentistry for both adults and children, has joined the invitation only dental lab – Gold Dust Dental. Together Ideal Dentistry and Gold Dust Dental are able to provide not only the most esthetic and beautiful smiles but also work closely with each patient and customize every restoration. Ideal Dentistry, lead by Dr. Christian W. Hahn (a AACD accredited cosmetic dentist) has been the industry leader in Louisville for several years now and has redefined the standard of care by putting the patient and quality first. “I believe there... Read More »

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Ideal Dentistry – What Drives Us

May 06, 2013 We believe that there is a better way, a more personalized way, a more successful way to deliver dentistry and treat our patients. Dr. Hahn, a natural born problem solver, is passionate about helping patients escape the Dental Cycle (the continuous need for more dentistry over time at constantly increasing cost) and has created a unique approach to dentistry, Ideal Dentistry, focused on helping you prevent seeing the dentist. We believe that dentistry is an art as much a science, and that every restoration we deliver, every filling we place needs to be as beautiful and functional as humanly... Read More »

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Straight Teeth WITHOUT Braces in about 6 Weeks!

Apr 30, 2013 Straight teeth not only look better but also are healthier. Traditionally to get your teeth straightened would require a significant investment in braces, clear or with wires, and a long time commitment. What if we could straighten your front teeth, top or bottom, in about 6 weeks? What if we could straighten your teeth with an appliance you can remove when you like? What if we could straighten your teeth at a fraction of the cost of braces? Would you be interested in getting your teeth looking and feeling their best? Welcome to the Inman Aligner At Ideal Dentistry... Read More »

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How to select a Cosmetic Dentist

Apr 22, 2013 Cosmetic Dentistry is not a specialty. Every dentist advertises that they are a cosmetic dentist, so how do you pick a dentist to give you a beautiful, lasting smile? After all, your smile is essentially one of your most important features! You spend a lot of time researching shoes, clothing, purses, cars, you name it. All these “things” come and go, but a smile is forever. Why would you not do your due diligence when it comes to something so important? After practicing dentistry for over 15 years in both Orange County California and Louisville Kentucky, here is my... Read More »

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Dr. Christian Hahn to speak in Quebec on Componeers – Cosmetic Dentistry

Apr 09, 2013   Dr. Christian W. Hahn, a AACD Accredited Cosmetic Dentist from Louisville, KY, is traveling this week to Quebec City, Canada to present a lecture and workshop on on of the most exciting revolutions in cosmetic dentistry – Componeers.   Dr. Hahn has given multiple hands-on workshops to dentists around the country over the last two years, teaching the art of direct composite veneers and the beauty of componeers. To view Dr. Hahn’s current lecture schedule, visit this link: Dr. Hahn Bio Read More »

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Life Changing Dentures

Mar 27, 2013                   I would like to discuss how dentures can change your life today…why you ask, well, simple , I have had several wonderful patients come to my office recently who had to put their life on hold because of their bad dentures. When I speak to a group of dentists my goal is not only to teach them about cosmetic dentistry, but much more importantly, teach them that we as dentists can change lives…we  can make or break patients confidence, success, and most importantly, happiness. The two patients I am referring... Read More »

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What Are Porcelain Veneers?

Feb 28, 2013   Porcelain Veneers are the pinnacle of cosmetic dentistry. When you decide you want that beautiful white smile, select a dentist that lives and breathes veneers, not someone that has dabbled in the art…this is not the time to practice! Dr. Hahn is one of under 300 accredited cosmetic dentists in the world with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. For the last 15 years Dr. Hahn has lectured and been published on this subject. Currently Dr. Hahn is a top national speaker on the subject of veneers. At Dr. Hahn’s office, Ideal Dentistry, you are guaranteed to love... Read More »

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Crazy White Teeth

Feb 08, 2013 Have you whitened your teeth before? Got results that were “so so”…. Well, there is a new system available that get your teeth as white as they possibly could get, and it is called KoR Deep Bleaching. At Ideal Dentistry we customize dentistry to exceed your expectations. This means we don’t provide one size fits all porcelain veneers, and we are able to give those people who want crazy white teeth exactly what they ask for! So, before you waste your money on one of many over-the-counter methods, consider trying something that actually works! KoR Deep Bleaching – Crazy... Read More »

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Is Your Dentist Practicing Blind?

Jan 29, 2013 Magnification in dentistry in 2013 is a must. Dental fillings, crowns and porcelain work such as veneers require that we work in fractions of millimeters.   The thickness of a porcelain veneer can be around 0.3 mm! The edge of a filling may require as little as a 0.5 mm bevel around the whole tooth The edges of porcelain crowns come to sharp point and are thinner than the thickness of your fingernail Even with 20/20 vision you still are blind compared to magnficiation There are many more examples such as finding decay, fractures, etc. that require the use... Read More »

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Do Straight Teeth Look Better?

Jan 18, 2013 Straight teeth are an important icon in our society – it is no wonder parents will forgo many creature comforts to straighten their kids teeth as teens. Everybody understands that a good smile gives you an edge in society: People hire people with nice smiles People date people with nice smiles So what can you do about your smile? Here is a case I just completed on someone that was told she could not have clear braces by another dentist.     Besides the improvements in esthetics, the case also significantly helped the patient functionally. She now is able... Read More »

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Patient Interview – Invisalign

Dec 10, 2012 Invisalign Clear Braces is the treatment of choice at Ideal Dentistry to correct misaligned teeth. Please enjoy this interview with a patient from Ideal Dentistry that underwent Invisalign to straighten her teeth. Tyra Redus Invisalign Interview If you are interested in straightening your teeth with Invisaling, contact the Invisalign Expert of Louisville, Ideal Dentistry, today! Keep Smiling, Dr. Chris Read More »

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Second Opinion – New but Bad Fitting And Painful Crown

Dec 04, 2012 Case Report: This young lady had this crown placed within the last year and has had constant pain since placement. Went back to see her dentist several times for “adjustments” without relief. Finally, after loosing confidence in her dentist she sought a second opinion. After a thorough exam it was determined that the crown did not fit well – it did not seal around the tooth. Having not resolved the bad fitting crown in time it is very likely that she now will also need a root canal treatment as the tooth is dying because of the poor fitting... Read More »

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