Timothée Chalamet: Successful actor and idol

In his private life, Timothée Chalamet is a shy, reserved guy who enjoys doing things with friends and appreciates his fans. On the other hand, he is a successful actor who has just reached the peak of his career and has starred in the most successful films in the world. Timothée has established a new ideal of beauty for men, because with his slim figure and elegant appearance, he is exactly the opposite of a “pithy” man with a beard and big muscles.

5 facts about Timothée that you absolutely must know:

• He is half American and half French
• He studied acting at the renowned New York University
• Timothée has been nominated for an Oscar before
• The actor is celebrated by his fans for his humor and his shy nature
• Although Timothée is not a singer, he has already recorded a rap that went viral on social media

Timothée Chalamet has already appeared in many well-known productions as an actor and we simply can’t get enough of his best scenes.

Known for: Call Me By Your Name, Little Women and The King

Timothée Chalamet is an absolutely exceptional actor, because he manages to credibly embody a wide variety of roles. Whether he’s playing a homosexual teenager in his self-discovery phase or taking part in historical dramas, Timothée can simply play any role.

Career launch with the movie Call Me By Your Name

The teen heartthrob celebrated his big breakthrough as an actor with the feature film “Call Me By Your Name”. The film was released in cinemas in 2017 and was a huge success worldwide. Before that, Timothée had only appeared in smaller and lesser-known productions, but “Call Me By Your Name” brought him to the attention of an international audience and he was even nominated for an Oscar for Best Actor in a Leading Role. This made history, as he was the youngest actor ever to be nominated in this category at the Oscars.

Little Women: historical drama with best friend Saoirse Ronan

In the 2019 historical drama “Little Women”, Timothée had the chance to star alongside successful actors and actresses such as Robert Pattinson, Emma Watson, Meryl Streep and one of his best friends Saoirse Ronan. The drama is a beautifuly told masterpiece about the outdated gender roles of the 19th century. The movie was a huge international success and thrilled audiences worldwide.

Filming with ex-girlfriend Lily Rose Deep for Netflix movie

In 2019, the dream couple met while filming the Netflix movie “The King” and fell in love. In the film, the actors share a loving friendship and the most beautiful scenes of the two have become a real YouTube hit. The historical drama is about King Henry the Fifth, played by Timothée, who has to face the challenge of ruling his country as king.

Lily-Rose Deep: Love story with the daughter of Johnny Deep

Lily-Rose Deep and Timothée Chalamet were probably one of Hollywood’s most popular couples: the newcomer actor and Johnny Deep’s daughter were together for a good two years and had numerous fans as lovers. The couple met while filming their Netflix movie together: The King. However, their young love only lasted until 2020, but even after their separation, the two are still good friends and have fond memories of their wonderful time together.

Men’s models, looks and idols like Timothée Chalamet

In a few days and weeks, the Fashion Weeks will start again, GNTM is entering a new season and we also wanted to do a little special: Today on the subject of men’s models! What type is in demand at the moment? What makes guys like Timothée Chalamet an idol for some? How has the “typical man” changed? We met with model agency head Stephan Czaja to ask him the questions as a pro. After the interview you will also find the 3 most successful male models!

• Men’s models: Interview

Own business at 26: All about Fabian Arnold

But that was just the beginning: A bold move eventually led him from Germany to Los Angeles to advance his career on a global scale. In this interview, we will also talk about his experiences in entrepreneurship, his unique personal style and his impressive brand. Learn all about Fabian Arnold, who managed to make his dreams come true, here.

Here you can read more about Fabian:

• Fabian’s Instagram
• NEREUS Instagram

From Backpacking to Model: Fabian’s Story

FIV: Hello Fabian! Perhaps you could introduce yourself very briefly in your own words so that our readers can get an impression of you. Who are you and what makes you and your brand special?

Fabian: My name is Fabian Arnold, I am 26 years old and come from near Cologne. After my dual studies as a businessman for insurance and finance in Cologne, I spent a year abroad in Australia, more precisely in Sydney, as a backpacker. There I was discovered as a model and started modeling in the fashion sector. Since then, I’ve lived in cities like Singapore, Milan, London and Berlin, which also led me to work as an influencer on social media.

After meeting with a modeling agency in Los Angeles in 2019, my dream of moving to Los Angeles came true. I was able to fulfill this dream after the pandemic in 2022 when I received a visa. Since 2022, I have also turned to acting and have already made two films. This year I have two more films coming up.

Own business inspired by Greek mythology

At the beginning of the pandemic in 2020, I was thinking in Germany what else I could do besides modeling and acting. Since I have always been interested in Greek mythology and personally have not found any underwear for men that met my needs and also had more to offer in design, I decided to start my own brand.

My goal was to create the best underpants for men. Our USP (Unique Selling Proposition) is clearly our design, not just our brand name. We also rely on innovative technologies like the double bottom to prevent holes between the legs, a reinforced support for a round silhouette and a fitted cut in the front to emphasize masculinity.

The dream of Los Angeles

FIV: What inspired you to move from Germany to Los Angeles to further your career?

Fabian: Since I more or less started my career abroad, I had little contact with the industry in Germany. In Germany, everything is very narrow-minded and everyone fights for themselves, so I don’t really get along with the social politics. I wanted to think bigger and go further out, and Los Angeles is of course the right place to play a role in the global market. Here, it wasn’t enough for me to be successful only in Germany.

I was eager to inspire and reach people all over the world. Since I already had my mother agency in Los Angeles, I had of course already laid the foundation to gain a foothold in Los Angeles. Another point is of course my physical disposition. Since the German model market is strongly focused on fashion and rather slim male models, I have better chances on the American market, especially in Los Angeles, because of my physique.

Also for acting, I could always identify better with the English language in films than making films in German and portraying characters.

Living in Los Angeles: advantages and challenges

FIV: What challenges did you face starting your career in Los Angeles and how did you handle them?

Fabian: Since I had already lived in Los Angeles in 2019, I knew what I was getting into and also already knew people on site. So I was not completely alone here. Los Angeles is a huge city with many artists and people who want to realize their dreams and come here to make a career. So it’s incredibly easy to quickly meet a lot of people who are also working in the industry and make a lot of connections through that.

However, it’s difficult to build real, deep relationships because everything is very fast-paced. All people come to Los Angeles to further their careers. That’s definitely also the biggest danger and risk, that you lose yourself in partying and superficial relationships and don’t find a stable footing.

How much does it cost to live in America?

In addition, the housing market in Los Angeles is extremely expensive. It is almost twice as expensive as in Germany, to find cheap maintenance and cheap apartments is almost impossible. Therefore, you have to reckon with about 2500 € per month just to get a single room. Food in the supermarket is also much more expensive than in Germany.

Therefore, one has to reckon with monthly costs of 4000 to 5000 €. Taking the step to Los Angeles is definitely not easy, especially if you are just trying to start your career. I would recommend everyone to start their career first and then, if it is going well, dare to take the step to America, otherwise it can break your neck.

“Sex Sells”: Important for your career?

FIV: What differences have you noticed between the German and US entertainment industries in terms of acting and modeling?

Fabian: Since I don’t have much experience in the acting industry in Germany yet, I can’t say much about the difference between acting in Germany and in America. But I can imagine that the difference is that in America people always think bigger and approach projects much more ambitiously than in Germany, for example. In Germany, there are also not so many investors who invest a lot of money.

As far as modeling and the entire entertainment industry is concerned, the motto in the U.S. is “sex sells,” and that’s also the biggest difference from the German industry. As a German, you are always taught to have values and to do the right thing. In America, it’s often just about doing good marketing to be perceived as a unique person and to become successful. People will do anything for that, like Kim Kardashian’s sex tape. She did it and now no one cares what she did in the past to become famous.

In Germany, something like that would simply not be possible. So you could say that in America you have greater opportunities by asserting yourself. In Germany, there is a very traditional hierarchy that you have to overcome first.

Development of Fabian’s personal style

FIV: How would you describe your personal style? Are there any trends or styles that you follow?

Fabian: It’s always difficult to describe your own style. Especially because I’ve been active in modeling and social media for six years, I’ve gone through different phases. In the beginning I worked as a Hollister and Abercrombie & Fitch model, with long surfer hair and often topless with Calvin Klein underpants. At some point, that time was over and I wanted to evolve so I wasn’t just the typical “Cute Boy”, so I got more and more into the technology of cameras and video cameras.

Own production company and role models

As a result, I started my own production company, FXA Media GmbH. With my production company, I focused more on the commercial market and developed short films, motivational quotes, thought-provoking content and other formats on my own social media channels. In modeling, I’ve always tried to model myself after Nick Bateman, Zac Efron or Channing Tatum, who I looked up to when I was younger. In terms of acting and my current acting skills, I would say that I could pass for a German version of Channing Tatum or even a Jake Gyllenhaal.

I love doing comedy, but of course I also love doing deep dramas. Of course, since my last name is Arnold, I’ve always looked up to Arnold Schwarzenegger as a role model and would like to work with him in a movie one day. It’s time for Arnold 2.0 to take off in LA. I do my best for that every day, with acting classes, scene study and everything that goes with it, including stunt training.

From Billboard in LA to projects with Dior, Gucci and more.

FIV: What projects have made you most proud in terms of your career?

Fabian: Relatively high on my list is definitely the global campaign for Aussiebum, which I shot in Australia in 2018. The photo was then presented as a huge billboard on Santa Monica Boulevard in Los Angeles. When I was in Los Angeles for a few months in 2019, it was an indescribable feeling to see myself on a billboard in Los Angeles.

Besides this project, of course, I had many other projects with brands like Dior, Versace, Gucci, Cartier and MCM. Overall, it’s been an incredible journey with a lot of great things happening that you can’t boil down to one specific project. I’m just incredibly grateful for all these opportunities to meet so many interesting people and put myself out there.

Fabian’s tip: Hard work pays off!

FIV: What advice would you give to young people who want to pursue a career in acting or modeling?

Fabian: One thing must be clear to anyone who aspires to a career as an artist: It’s a very, very long road, with many ups and downs. Often you feel like you don’t want to do it anymore and you don’t even know why you’re doing it at all. You have to work hard every day, because somewhere in the world there is always someone who can do it better, looks better and has more skills. You have to use every free second to improve yourself, develop yourself, read books and be present on social media. Even if you want to work as a fashion model, social media is now essential and you have to perform well there.

Own network and a clear vision

Nowadays, acting and the modern market is much more than just about the talent itself. You also have to deal a lot with marketing and building your own network. You have to be aware that it will be a hard road and you have to persevere. However, you shouldn’t be discouraged by people badmouthing you. There will always be people who criticize.

You should take the positive out of it, either by recognizing that they are envious of what you have already accomplished, or by accepting the criticism and thinking about how you can improve your work.

However, it is also important not to give too much weight to every criticism. Sometimes you have to stick to your own ideology and ideas and work on them. Having a clear vision is essential in any case.

Through experience to entrepreneurship

FIV: How has your experience as a model, influencer, and actor influenced your approach to entrepreneurship and starting your brand?

Fabian: Through my extensive behind-the-scenes experience with various fashion brands and my dual studies as a business administrator for insurance and finance with a focus on marketing and sales, I was already able to learn a lot about the entrepreneurship of fashion brands. My main goal was to create something that doesn’t exist in this world yet, instead of being just another street style brand for apparel.

In addition, I knew from my knowledge of influencer marketing that only brands with the highest quality and positive word-of-mouth effect can be successful. Since I can’t compete with brands like H&M or Zara without investors and a big budget, the focus of my brand is on quality and attention.

“You can always connect the dots in your life”.

Through my contacts in different fields and my own skills, I tried to work out the strengths and shape the brand around those strengths. As a male model and with many contacts with photographers, I knew I wanted to create a high quality designer brand to capitalize on the strengths of photographers and my model friends. Since I also know many magazines, my goal was to place editorials in these magazines.

Everything you learn in life you can apply in some way, and that’s also something I’d like to pass on. Even through my dual studies as a business administrator for insurance and finance, which has nothing to do with the fashion world or a new fashion company, I learned basic skills like creating Excel spreadsheets, conducting business negotiations, or understanding marketing and sales, as Steve Jobs once said: “You can always connect the dots in your life.”

Through my work in acting, I have of course also met many actors and personalities who can act as brand ambassadors for my brand. So I try to take advantage of all the areas that my contacts offer.

Nereus: A brand that conveys strength

FIV: What are the most important values or messages you want to convey with your brand?

Fabian: The name of the brand (NEREUS) was not just chosen at random. I must have taken a year and thought about which name was not yet available on the market and which name also had a meaning in mythology. Nereus is the god of the Aegean Sea in Greek mythology, which lies between Turkey and Greece. It is said that he had the gift of prophecy and people from all over the world came to him to talk to him and seek divine advice.

In addition, it is said that Nereus conveys strength and gives supernatural powers. This is exactly what NEREUS products are supposed to offer: Through innovative cuts, finest materials and great design, your self-esteem shall be strengthened and your self-confidence shall be increased to make you a demigod. That’s where the slogan “Half God, Half Human” comes from. On our website, we tell you a lot about the mythology and background of the god worlds.

The brand’s values are clearly defined: You can achieve anything you set your mind to if you work hard and are confident. This is exactly the feeling NEREUS wants you to have by wearing our underwear every day from morning to night, as it is the garment you wear every day. You feel more comfortable and confident in your own body when you wear something that feels great and is perfectly cut. With an innovative cut with a supportive bottom area and a sculpted front, it emphasizes masculinity and strength.

Characters with magical powers

FIV: How did your creative vision as an actor translate into the design and style of your products?

Fabian: I was always blown away by the movie “Percy Jackson” back then and love watching movies where a person gains magical powers, like in “Spider-Man”, “Captain America”, “Iron Man” or even “Superman”. Since water has always played an important and fulfilling role for me and I have always loved to move in water, it was important for me to use the trident as a symbol of strength.

A dream, of course, would be to one day make films about NEREUS in which I myself would be an actor. On the waistband of the underpants you can see a battle of demigods and creatures, reminiscent of a Greek mythology war movie such as “Troy”, “300” or even “Sparta”. All the content, the model images and also the campaign videos are all shot in acting and move heavily into editorial, away from just modeling in front of a white wall.

More than just packaging!

FIV: Is there anything else that makes Nereus the new best underwear for men?

Fabian: Another special feature is of course the packaging, which is not only meant to be thrown away, but can also be used as a coffee table box or for the bookshelf due to its unique design and quality with the certificate of authenticity. The first black box “Season One” is very limited and after the first season will of course come a second season, which is completely white.

Then comes the third season, then the fourth, and all together form a pattern for the bookshelf or even the coffee table. We’ve been thinking not only about the products, but also about how to reduce packaging and increase its use to leave a positive environmental footprint. Our goal is clearly not to create just another fashion brand, but to take the right step, to act as a role model and not just focus on profit, but to act according to the motto: Do the right thing.

Briefs and swim trunks: this is what you can be excited about

FIV: What products are planned next?

Fabian: The next products planned are a dark gray and a light gray version, as well as briefs and a new waistband. In addition, we will push with momentum into the area of swim trunks and also Speedos.

We will also move with momentum into swimwear, sportswear, apparel, jewelry, beauty and interior design.

In addition to the underpants and other products, another highlight is the Members Club, which works similarly to Amazon Prime. There you get discounts and free shipping, but also access to a limited art collection where you can buy limited art prints from the Nereus collection. Currently, these are available worldwide as one-of-a-kind pieces. Our vision is also to create a coffee table box and calendar.

More from Nereus can be found here!

Did you like the interview with Fabian? Discover more of Fabian’s brand Nereus:

• NEREUS website

David Hasselhoff & Pamela Anderson in Baywatch

Baywatch made the now … Year-old family man David Hasselhoff to one of the most popular and famous actors in the world. Who would have thought, however, that the hit series was labeled a flop after just one season and canceled a short time later? In fact, it is thanks to David Hasselhoff himself that filming resumed and names like Pamela Anderson and himself gained fame all over the wide world. As a new producer, he paved the way to Hollywood for himself and his colleagues. To this day, Baywatch is the most successful series in the world.

As “Knight Rider” on the fast track in Hollywood

Already in the 70s, the young David tried with a role in “The young and the relentless” in the acting. 1982 finally succeeded in the international breakthrough with the series “Knight Rider”. At the end of the 80s, every teenager had at least one poster of the actor hanging in his room.

Knight Rider and Baywatch, however, were to remain Hasselhoff’s only success stories for a long time. After it has become quiet around the actor, he showed up only occasionally in guest roles in films, such as “Dodgeball” with Ben Stiller or the “Spongebob” movie.

Looking for freedom: music career

Hasselhoff seemed to be the talk of the town in the 80s and exploited his status to get a leg up in the music business. With his single “Looking for freedom” he conquered the German, Austrian and Swiss charts in no time. The hit stayed at number one for a whole eight weeks. Compared to Europe, however, he did not manage to convince his own countrymen, the Americans of his singing talent. In 1994 he planned a live TV concert, but it flopped.

Hasselhoff Family: Pamela, Hayley, Taylor

Until 1989, the German-American was married to actress Chatherine Hickland, before he married his wife of many years and fellow actress Pamela Bach. The relationship produced two daughters, Taylor-Ann and Haylay-Amber. Pamela was also a dedicated actress and eventually made it alongside David in the TV series Baywatch for a supporting role. But that wasn’t enough: in 2006, terrible rumors overshadowed the actor and singer’s career. His wife Pamela Bach accused him of beating her several times. This was followed by a messy divorce.

The Hoff has German roots!

The German-American Hasselhoff’s paternal roots lie in the tranquil town of Völkersen near Bremen. His other maternal ancestors came mainly from England. David publicly acknowledges his international roots and is proud of them. He is particularly well represented in the German TV and music business and regularly travels to Germany.

Daughter Hayley: Plussize Model on Playboy

David Hasselhoff’s daughter Hayley is the first curvy model to appear on the cover of Playboy! The 28 year old has recently been presenting herself sexy and lightly dressed on the European Playboy. The actor’s youngest daughter is a sought-after plus-size model and also appears in TV shows and reality TV formats alongside her famous father.

• Playboy Cover: Hayley Hasselhoff

A life in the fast lane – Docu

David Hasselhoff has not only published his own book about himself and his life, but has also commissioned an entire film crew to make a documentary called “A Life in the Fast Lane.” The Trailer

Alcohol, drugs, violence: A video goes around the world

Unfortunately, the music video for “Looking for freedom” is not David Hasselhoff’s most successful video. In 2007, a video of the celebrity went around the world, in which you can see him drunk, with a cheeseburger in hand, hanging topless over the bathtub. Filmed and posted online, the Skadal video was filmed by his own daughter Taylor-Ann, of all people. After it got into the wrong hands it was published without her knowledge. Hasselhoff was in the headlines again and again because of alcohol-related escapades.

Hasselhoff interview

David Hasselhoff can often be seen on German television. Due to his friendly and open nature and his German roots, he is a welcome guest in talk shows, game shows or reality TV formats.

Fun Facts about David Hasselhoff

1. In 2010, a crustacean was named after David Hasselhoff. The researchers thought the “Hoff-Crap” would remind them of the actor’s persistent chest.
2. Hasselhoff gained cult status in Germany through a legendary appearance at the Berlin Wall in 1989.
3. 1990s, Hasselhoff was the star most often seen on the cover of the youth magazine Bravo

Shooting Time, Video Ideas & Talent: The Path to the Perfect TikTok

FIV: On TikTok you inspire your viewers with creative acting videos of you. It’s hard to miss that you have a talent for acting. How did you decide to share your talent on Tik Tok?

Max: Initially, I tried my hand at TikTok first. Of course, I didn’t really know the app at first and tried out a lot of content. Then after a month I got into acting. It was super fun, so I practiced a lot and from then until now, I don’t do anything else. I just implement what I enjoy and like to entertain my audience that way.

FIV: We would also like to know what challenges you face and how much time it takes to create the perfect TikTok video?

Max: That’s really very different and difficult to say exactly. Acting is incredibly easy for me because it’s fun and that’s exactly what I’m into. Shooting time takes me between 20-30 minutes per video. The brainstorming takes more time. My goal is to come across as authentic as possible. Of course I don’t always succeed and I also get inspiration from other artists. But 95% of the content I create is my own content, which comes from my own thoughts and ideas. That’s what often takes a lot of hours, but what I also enjoy so much at the same time.

Werewolf, bad boy or rather jealous ex-boyfriend?

FIV: Although many millions of people use the app TikTok, it has only recently become so popular in Germany. One million people follow you on the platform and the trend is rising. How does this success feel for you and how does it support your acting career?

Max: It’s unbelievably great and impossible to describe. I never thought I would make it this far. I am definitely proud of that. I will be the first German-speaking Actor TikToker who cracks the 1Mio – unimaginable. I never learned professional acting, but with many hours of work I taught myself everything.

FIV: You’ve already posted over 700 TikToks in which you demonstrate your acting skills. Whether as a werewolf, a jealous ex-boyfriend or a teacher, you slip into the most diverse roles and inspire your followers with new ideas every day. We’d like to know which roles you like to play the most on your TikToks and why?

Max: A good but very difficult question. I love all the roles because each of my videos has a purpose. They should give people a cool and loose acting, but more importantly I want to give a message. I think I favor POV’s. Picking a favorite is difficult because I love every facet I embody. Playing the bad boy is easier for me, which is why I’m more into supernatural. It gives me a kind of challenge. If you can play something cool and take the audience into another world, it’s just great feedback and at the same time not so easy. You realize how much work and a lot of thought goes into it, so I love the resulting challenge.

Greatest sense of achievement & future plans

FIV: Social media, especially TikTok can take up a lot of your time. Is the platform your main job, or do you do something else on the side? What has been your biggest success on the app so far?

Max: TikTok is definitely my main occupation. My biggest success was a video that has reached 17 million clicks. Unbelievable! I think what I succeeded in, besides the successful video, is the fact that very few people believed in me and I kept going. It wasn’t until I had 200,000 followers that I made my first video with another TikToker. My account is 100% based on my work and I am very happy and proud to have always stayed true to my line.

FIV: Last but not least, we would like to know how your friends and family support you in your TikTok career? Do you plan to make acting your profession in the future?

Max: I’m lucky that my best friend and my girlfriend are behind me. My dream would be to be able to act on stage or screen in a feature film.

Maximilian Raffelt Social Media

• Instagram
• TikTok
• Snapchat

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My Veneers – The makers of perfect teeth

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• Clear braces? Experience report Invisalign

FIV: How did you two meet?

Dr. Tuna: We met in 2007 at the University of Cologne and have since worked together on dental projects.

FIV: Why did you decide to work together? Complement yourself in your skills?

Dr. Baysal: We realized relatively early on that we could work very well together. We hold the same medical views and have the same high quality standards. This is very important for a long-term cooperation.

Dr. Tuna: What’s more, everyone naturally has their own favourite areas. These complement each other very well, which the patients immediately feel.

Hollywood Smile – natural look, perfect hold for long time

FIV: What makes your job so special for you? What do you like about your job?

Dr. Tuna: The direct cooperation with the patient with fast visible successes. Where medicine and aesthetics meet.

Dr. Baysal: The variety of different treatment options. Our patients, all hand-picked! (laughs). The possibility to make people even more attractive and therefore happier.

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FIV: Please describe the other in a few words.

Dr. Tuna: Emphatic, quality-oriented, patient.

Dr. Baysal: Faithful to principles, communicative, big heart.

FIV: What do you pay special attention to when caring for your own teeth?

Dr. Baysal: I think we provide the same care as any patient who is aware of their oral health. Electric toothbrush, dental floss and mouth rinse.

Dr. Tuna: We already pay attention to which food we eat when and how, with regard to acidity and discoloration potential.

Tips for dental care, tooth cleaning and tooth bleaching

FIV: Where can our readers get better information about this topic?

Dr. Tuna: There are many recommendations and statements of the German Society for Dentistry, Oral Medicine and Orthodontics!

Dr. Baysal: Easier: of course in our blog on myveneers.de.

FIV: What do you advise your patients, and what should not be neglected in dental care?

Dr. Tuna: The regularity of dental care (at least in the morning and evening) is important. Utensils such as an electric toothbrush and dental floss are best. Neglecting the spaces between the teeth can lead to hidden caries and/or gingivitis.

FIV: How do you feel about the effect of whitening toothpastes?

Dr. Baysal: I don’t think the results are really satisfactory. Bleaching at the dentist – under supervision – with a proven product is more sensible.

Dr. Tuna: In addition, some whitening toothpastes are very abrasive and therefore not recommended.

Dr.Baysal: That’s right! The tooth enamel is only 1.5 mm thick and does not grow back either…

FIV: Does bleaching damage the tooth substance? For whom is it recommended?

Dr. Tuna: If it’s done conscientiously, it won’t hurt! It should be ruled out beforehand that holes are present. Crowns and bridges cannot be bleached, and patients should be adults in my opinion.

FIV: What do you mean by conscientious and why does age matter?

Dr. Tuna: Conscientious means that the gums are well covered and protected during the procedure, otherwise injuries will occur. In addition, bleaching should be done without anaesthesia so that the patient immediately notices if something goes wrong and the dentist can intervene directly before there is permanent damage. The age is important, because the pulp – that is the inner life of the tooth – is still very large in children and adolescents and therefore the bleaching material has a shorter way to get there. In the course of life, this retreats further and the layer thickness of the tooth becomes virtually thicker and external influences, such as bleaching gel more harmless.

No fear of the dentist – thanks to the best advice

FIV: How do you deal with patients suffering from dental anxiety?

Dr. Baysal: We know that most people don’t like going to the dentist and some people are really panicked before going to the dentist. That is why the first visit is always without any treatment and we verbalize the patient in the same way. We would like to get to know our patients first and give them the opportunity to build trust. I am firmly convinced that mutual trust plays a key role in the overall treatment and for the success of the therapy.

Dr. Tuna: That’s right. We have the possibility to find out in a conversation what kind of fear it is and how we can reduce this fear together. Usually we come to a common denominator pretty quickly. We have hardly ever had to send away a patient with anxiety or treat him under general anesthesia.

FIV: Why is regular professional tooth cleaning recommended? Is a cleaning at home not sufficient?

Dr. Tuna: Professional cleaning is much more visible due to the dental lamp than in the bathroom! With finer tools it is possible to clean more thoroughly. The whole microbial plaque, which needs a certain amount of time to regenerate and cannot cause any damage to the teeth during this time, is also confused.

Dr. Baysal: Even with optimal oral hygiene of the patients, tartar develops – in some places that are difficult to access. This can only be removed by professional tooth cleaning. We also attach great importance to gentle tooth cleaning. Powder blasting is only used in very stubborn cases. Aggressive procedures in professional tooth cleaning can also damage the tooth structure. And this can’t be it!

FIV: What effect do you think a bright smile has on healthy teeth?

Dr. Tuna: The effects are manifold and only positive, such as attractiveness, health.

Dr. Baysal: Right, and this leads to an increased self-confidence! Which naturally potentiates the effect.
If we feel more attractive, we also behave more attractively. There is a sense of beauty in all of us. Of course there are regional, cultural and social influences. Nevertheless, an Asian would never find an attractive European unattractive and vice versa. Symmetry plays a very decisive role here. But in the perception of beauty, which is satisfied in milliseconds, the teeth, the lips and the laughter are even more important than the eyes and the nose. We forgive drooping eyelids and a boxer nose rather than unattractive teeth.

Veneers – The practice, the dentists, the quality

FIV: On which focal points do you concentrate in your new practice and why?

Dr. Baysal: First and foremost it is about aesthetic dentistry and its implementation. In our first practice, we noticed that there is not enough time and peace for some things in the normal daily routine. However, we need this to generate an appealing aesthetic. The new practice was therefore designed quite differently. I believe we are the only practice in Germany, perhaps in Europe, with only one treatment chair. We do not have a classic waiting room and therefore no waiting times. The lounge also serves as a photo studio, which is indispensable for aesthetic analysis.

Dr. Tuna: We wanted to create an atmosphere in which patients and doctors could work in a relaxed manner and without hectic rush. No time pressure until the desired final result is achieved.
However, aesthetics is not cosmetics and requires the inclusion of function and dental, oral and maxillofacial health. A good diagnosis, pre-treatment and a healthy initial situation are a must!

What are Veneers?

Dr. Tuna: Veneers are very thin ceramic shells for the teeth, which are firmly bonded to the tooth. These are manufactured individually by the dental technician. In some cases the teeth do not even have to be ground. However, it is very important that the veneers are bonded without joints and edges.

Dr. Baysal: The experience of the dental technician also plays a decisive role. Only very few are capable of producing these wafer-thin shells in an aesthetically perfect manner. We are glad that we cooperate with the best dental technicians.

FIV: Where are the veneers made?

Dr. Baysal: That’s very different. Some of our experts work here in Germany and one even in Japan. This veneer technique is really a very special art and, as I said, very few people master it.

FIV: For whom are veneers? worthwhile?

Dr. Tuna: Every patient who is dissatisfied with the appearance of his teeth. But it is more with one and less with the other.

Dr. Baysal: On the one hand, there are patients who naturally have crooked teeth or those with gaps. This would be an indication for veneers. In case of severe malpositioning, however, we would make a small correction of the teeth with orthodontic splints before we make the veneers. Then there is the natural aging process of the teeth. The teeth become shorter and shorter over time due to wear. They’re discoloring. The gums are receding. The bite is dropping. The lips are falling in. Here, too, laughter can be rejuvenated overall.

FIV: How much time elapses between consultation and final result?

Dr. Tuna: Simple cases without pretreatment can be treated within 14 days.

FIV: For the duration of the treatment, take over any organization for the patient as well as the booking of a hotel for patients who have a long journey?

Dr. Baysal: We have a cooperation with a first-class hotel and can also arrange transfers between the airport, hotel and practice on request.

FIV: Health risks associated with the use of veneers?

Dr. Tuna: No.

FIV: How long do veneers last? Do they need to be replaced after some time?

Dr. Tuna: If everything is done correctly, veneers last over 15 years. Whether the veneers have to be replaced again in 15 or 20 years depends on the respective situation.

Thank you both for the interview. That was Dr. Arzu Tuna and Dr. Umut Baysal from MyVeneers.

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