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Marielaina Perrone, DDS

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Marielaina Perrone DDS is a family, implant, and cosmetic dentist serving Las Vegas, Summerlin, and Henderson, NV. Dental services include dental implants, teeth whitening, orthodontics, Botox, and treatment of periodontal disease.

"We believe in a comprehensive approach to restorative and cosmetic dentistry, that fully integrates health, comfort, and beauty." - Marielaina Perrone DDS

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27 years Experience

Marielaina Perrone, DDS

Henderson, NV
Stony Brook Univ Dental Med
Accepting new patients

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PDO Smooth Threads For A New You

PDO smooth threads are a cosmetic treatment used to help tighten and smooth the skin. These threads act by boosting the production of collagen in areas treated. This increased...

Cosmetic Dentistry Explained

Cosmetic dentistry is a sub specialty in dentistry that gives an additional focus to esthetics as well as function to help patients achieve a smile that they desire. Cosmetic dentist...

Juvederm To Refresh Your Appearance

Juvederm is a dermal facial filler that can lessen facial wrinkles and add volume to the lips and cheeks. Juvederm is a smooth gel with the main ingredient being hyaluronic acid....

Facts About Veneers

Dental veneers are used in cosmetic dentistry to restore and enhance a smile. They are thin wafer like covers made from dental porcelain or composite resin. They fit over the...

Cosmetic Dentistry To Improve Your Smile

Looking for a way to enhance your smile? Look no further than cosmetic dentistry to help transform your smile with cosmetic dentist Marielaina Perrone DDS! Below you will find...

Signs Your Porcelain Veneers Need Replacement

Porcelain veneers with proper dental hygiene maintenance typically last between 7 and 15 years. However, careful you may be, these restorations will need replacement at some point....

Perfect Solution To Removable Dentures

A dental implant has become one of the cornerstones of reconstructive and cosmetic dentistry. Dental implants are a dental procedure that provides both cosmetic and functional...

How To Prevent Tooth Decay

Tooth decay destroys natural tooth structures. It can affect both the enamel (outer layer) and the tooth's dentin layer (inner layer). Tooth decay is the most common cause of...

Does Your Smile Complement Your Face?

We are all born with teeth that may or may not be perfect for us. There may be small or large defects present in our eyes. In modern aesthetic dentistry, dentists can change...

Choosing The Best Cosmetic Dentist For Your Smile

A qualified and experienced cosmetic dentist solves and corrects smile problems such as misalignments, cracked teeth, tooth gaps, missing teeth, gummy smiles, or discolored teeth....

Cosmetic Dentistry Can Restore Your Smile

Cosmetic dentistry is used daily in dental offices around the world. Most people simply associate cosmetic dentistry with tooth whitening or Hollywood-style makeovers. Cosmetic...

Is Snap On Smile Right For You?

Many of us see a beautiful smile and wish that it could be ours. Few of us are born with perfectly shaped, straight, white teeth. In the past, “natural smiles” were the norm,...

Do You Have TMJ Disorder?

TMD is just another name for temperomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. This joint (also called TMJ) is located on either side of the face connecting your lower jaw (mandible) to...

Top Reasons To Choose Botox

Botox cosmetic has become a very popular cosmetic treatment all over the world. Botox injections are the use of a neurotoxin to temporarily prevent a particular muscle from moving....

Coronavirus And Dental Care

We are experiencing a turbulent and scary time as a global society. The development of the novel coronavirus (also known as COVID-19) has upended many lives and changed others...

The Mouth Is A Window To Your Health

Research is continuously showing a connection between oral health and body health. When it comes to systemic diseases, 90% of them produce oral signs and symptoms. Oral health...

Can Crown Lengthening Enhance Your Smile?

A smile that shows too much gum tissue can make teeth appear too small for your mouth. Many of us have substantial tooth structure, we just don’t see enough of it to have the...

Smile Big On Your Big Day!

You are the center of attention on your wedding day. You want to look your absolute best for this momentous day. This includes wearing the right dress, having the right flowers,...

The Truth About Cosmetic Orthodontics

Having a beautiful smile is something everyone wants. For many adults with misaligned teeth, there are plenty of excuses to avoid orthodontic treatment. A common response for...

Can Chewing Gum Improve Your Dental Health?

An often underestimated way of improving your dental health is by regularly chewing gum. Although it is important to choose the right type of gum for the job. We do not always...

Can you eat nuts with dental implants?

Once you are fully healed and dental crown is placed over dental implant you should be free to eat whatever you want. That is a big advantage to dental implants over a removable READ MORE

Once you are fully healed and dental crown is placed over dental implant you should be free to eat whatever you want. That is a big advantage to dental implants over a removable denture. The ability to eat whatever you want and not feel self conscious when eating.

What are the first signs of dry socket?

First signs of a dry socket include: -Severe pain within a few days after a tooth extraction. -Partial or total loss of the blood clot at the tooth extraction site, which you may READ MORE

First signs of a dry socket include:
-Severe pain within a few days after a tooth extraction.
-Partial or total loss of the blood clot at the tooth extraction site, which you may notice as an empty-looking (dry) socket.
-Visible bone in the socket.

Does Invisalign stay in when you sleep?

Yes, invisalign to work effectively should be worn approximately 22-23 hours per day. They should only be removed for eating, dental hygiene, and possibly sports where a mouthguard READ MORE

Yes, invisalign to work effectively should be worn approximately 22-23 hours per day. They should only be removed for eating, dental hygiene, and possibly sports where a mouthguard is needed and it does not fit with invisalign retainers.

Is pericoronitis a serious condition?

Pericoronitis is a dental disorder in which gum tissue becomes swollen and infected around the wisdom teeth, the third and final set of molars that most people get in their late READ MORE

Pericoronitis is a dental disorder in which gum tissue becomes swollen and infected around the wisdom teeth, the third and final set of molars that most people get in their late teens or early twenties. If left untreated, bone destruction may follow. ... If left untreated, a cyst can destroy the bone around it. Pericoronitis is an infection associated with the flap of gum tissue that covers an erupting wisdom tooth. Signs include swelling and pain when biting down onto inflamed tissue. So it can be quite serious if left untreated.

Can I use mouthwash with Invisalign?

You can use mouthwash with invisalign. However, it is recommended to remove invisalign retainers prior to rinsing as not to affect invisalign retainers. The mouthwash can change READ MORE

You can use mouthwash with invisalign. However, it is recommended to remove invisalign retainers prior to rinsing as not to affect invisalign retainers. The mouthwash can change color of your retainers. The beauty of invisalign retainers is the ease in which we can maintain dental hygiene throughout treatment.

Can I get my fillings changed to white?

The easy answer is yes you should be able to. However, it depends how big those silver fillings are and how much tooth structure has been replaced. It is best to see your dentist READ MORE

The easy answer is yes you should be able to. However, it depends how big those silver fillings are and how much tooth structure has been replaced. It is best to see your dentist to evaluate each tooth individually to give you the best course of treatment.

Are braces supposed to make your teeth feel tight?

Yes, this means they are actively applying slow pressure to teeth to get the desired movements. They will probably alternate between a tight feeling and a looser feeling between READ MORE

Yes, this means they are actively applying slow pressure to teeth to get the desired movements. They will probably alternate between a tight feeling and a looser feeling between orthodontic visits. Generally, they will feel tight for a few days following an orthodontic visit as they were just adjusted to continue treatment.

How long does a front tooth implant last?

A properly placed and maintained dental implant should last a lifetime.

Can you get tooth decay under a filling?

Yes! This is why it is important to maintain good dental hygiene and regular dental visits.

Can a 14 year old get Invisalign?

The general answer is yes. However it depends on what needs to be done to correct your son's smile. A thorough examination by an orthodontist will give you a better idea. Invisalign READ MORE

The general answer is yes. However it depends on what needs to be done to correct your son's smile. A thorough examination by an orthodontist will give you a better idea. Invisalign is an excellent tool but has limitations in severe cases.

What happens if teeth move too fast?

If teeth are moved too fast during orthodontic treatment it can lead to root resorption and possible bone loss around teeth. This is why orthodontic treatment is a slow and steady READ MORE

If teeth are moved too fast during orthodontic treatment it can lead to root resorption and possible bone loss around teeth. This is why orthodontic treatment is a slow and steady movement of teeth to give best results while maintaining dental health.

Is teeth bleaching a permanent fix?

No it is a temporary cosmetic solution. Depending on how you care for your teeth the whitening can last longer. This can be achieved by avoiding staining foods and drinks (like READ MORE

No it is a temporary cosmetic solution. Depending on how you care for your teeth the whitening can last longer. This can be achieved by avoiding staining foods and drinks (like red wine or certain teas). Generally a touch up is needed over time to regain your whiter smile.

Do you have to brush your teeth after eating with Invisalign?

When eating while undergoing invisalign treatment, you should remove your retainers while eating and then brush and floss when finished prior to placing retainers back in mouth. READ MORE

When eating while undergoing invisalign treatment, you should remove your retainers while eating and then brush and floss when finished prior to placing retainers back in mouth.

Is it ok to not wear a retainer for 2 days?

It is not the end of the world. It may delay treatment abit but you should be ok. Try to do a better job of wearing it as directed.

Will a dry socket heal itself?

A dry socket is not a serious complication unless it gets infected, which is rare. However, it can be quite painful. In order to heal, the gum tissue needs to grow down the sides READ MORE

A dry socket is not a serious complication unless it gets infected, which is rare. However, it can be quite painful.

In order to heal, the gum tissue needs to grow down the sides of the bony socket and seal off the exposed bone. This process takes about a week. If you can keep the socket clean with salt rinses, it will heal on its own. It is recommended to seek professional dental care to allow the area to heal without infection or further complication.

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