Smile Gallery

It's not easy for Dr. Hovden to blow his own horn. He's not that kind of guy. So, we've asked a few of our patients to blow it for him. Let us know if you'd like more names and phone numbers. We'd be happy to provide them.

Lauren

“The combination of orthodontic and porcelain veneers allowed me to create a beautiful smile without major modifications to my teeth.” — Lauren

Explanation:

Lauren had been a patient of mine for a few years always putting her son’s treatment first. Finally Lauren decided it was time to fix her teeth. Lauren suffered from a collapsed bite creating significant wear and thinning of her front teeth top and bottom. Lauren went through orthodontics to align the teeth then conservative porcelain veneers were placed to restore the worn teeth and create a beautiful smile.

Dina

“I always wanted to fix my smile but it was never the right time. Dr. Hovden never pressured me…when I was ready we fixed it, and I love it!” — Dina

Explanation:

Dina had been a patient of mine for many years we had fixed her back teeth, but timing wasn’t right to fix her front teeth. One day at a maintenance visit Dina told me she was ready. Dina’s teeth were flared and rotated. We were able to create a great smile by using a combination of porcelain veneers and porcelain crowns. It took about five weeks start to finish creating Dina’s gorgeous smile.

Mark

“I came to see Dr. Hovden to fix my smile…He didn’t let me down. My new smile looks so natural and my bite is very comfortable.” — Mark

Explanation:

Mark was a personal friend who didn’t like his current smile. After an initial consultation a treatment plan was designed to not only enhance his smile but also address a bite issue. Mark was treated with a combination of porcelain veneers and crowns to establish a pleasing and stable smile.

Charles

“As a dentist for over 40 years, I am still amazed at how natural a smile can be created with today’s new materials. Thanks Ken for turning back the clock.” — Charles

Explanation:

Charles is my dad. He had been treated many years ago by one of his dental school classmates who did beautiful gold work. Unfortunately the remaining tooth structure was eroding away, creating a very aged smile. With a little encouragement my father allowed me to place porcelain crowns on his upper teeth and a few lower teeth to reverse the aging. What resulted was a more youthful natural smile.

More Testimonials for Dr. Hovden

“I considered cosmetic dentistry for a long time to improve my smile... Having now completed the procedures with Dr. Hovden and his team, I am wishing that I had not waited so long! The whole process was easy and painless, and I could not be happier with the results, which easily exceeded my expectations. For the first time in memory, my teeth aren't too small for my mouth, and I really like my smile! Not surprisingly, I seem to be smiling a lot more, and thoroughly enjoying the view in the mirror. Dr. Hovden is clearly a consummate professional who enjoys his work and brought all his considerable skills and artistry to bear on my smile. ” — Arch

“I am very happy because Dr. Hovden and his team did a great job. They gave the pleasure to smile and to laugh without fear that somebody will see my teeth.

Thank you Dr. Hovden! Thank you Andrea and Colleen. Thank all of you for the renewal of my confidence in myself.” — Larisa

“I am 62 years old and I have worn dentures since I was 28. Recently, I had a dental implant procedure and for the first time in all of those years, I feel like my teeth are natural. I am very pleased with the results. Also, the implants procedure, for the most part, was relatively with little pain or discomfort.

I found Dr. Hovden and his staff to be very professional, helpful and accommodating.” — Maria

“I am very happy with the work you have done. The veneers on the upper teeth are beautiful. You are a true professional and a cosmetic dentistry artist. You deserve all the recognition you have received.” — Richard

“I have to start by saying how amazed I am at the amount of trust and confidence Dr. Hovden and his team have been able to instill in me over the past several years. If you looked in the dictionary under Dental Phobia you would certainly have found my picture. I can now readily admit that I no longer fear going to or even hearing the word dentist.

When I began discussing my treatment it seemed like a never ending task and I had great doubt as to whether or not I could even follow through with our plans. It is amazing how quickly it all came together and how much we have accomplished.

The concept of a team approach to understand and address my entire dental program was instrumental to this success. The team; Dr. Ken Hovden and Dr. Robert Lamb addressing Dental Restoration and Implants, Dr. Caren Hovden handling Orthodontics, Dr. Kasey Li for major Orthognathic Surgery, Dr. Terri Homer my initial Dental Anesthesiologist, and my wife Barbra for incredible support, made this process a tremendous success. It was this holistic approach that I credit not only for saving my life but also for making it possible for me to follow through with routine dental care.

The communication, trust, empathy and caring that developed among this team made a difficult and lengthy process a huge success and has made a major change in my life. I can now eat, sleep and function in a much healthier fashion and can enjoy some of the simple pleasures of life that had eluded me for many years. I thank each and every one of the team for their professional and personal attention and care. ” — Keith

To receive more testimonials or to become a satisfied patient yourself, contact our South San Francisco area office or fill out the form on the left of this page and we will be happy to talk with you.