COSMETIC DENTISTRY
Porcelain Veneers
Veneers are thin, durable porcelain shells custom-made by a dental laboratory to match the desired shape and color of your teeth. Bonded to the front surface, they enhance appearance and can reshape your teeth and smile. Veneers are often an alternative to crowns and an effective solution for many dental concerns. Like most restorations, veneers are not permanent and may eventually require replacement, but with proper care, they are highly durable and can provide a long-lasting, natural-looking smile.
Reasons To Get Porcelain Veneers
When it comes to enhancing your smile, veneers can address a variety of cosmetic and functional concerns. A few reasons to talk to your dentist about porcelain veneers include:
- To create a uniform, white, attractive smile
- To correct crooked teeth
- To improve misshapen teeth
- To cover severely discolored or stained teeth
- To resize teeth that are too small or too large
- To close unwanted or uneven spaces
- To restore worn or chipped teeth
What To Know About the Process of Getting Porcelain Veneers
Getting veneers usually requires two visits to complete the process, with little or no anesthesia required during the procedure. Our dentist will prepare your teeth by lightly buffing and shaping the surface to allow for the thickness of the veneer. A mold or impression of the teeth is taken, and you will work with the dentist to select a suitable shade. You can select a color that is slightly lighter than your natural teeth if you plan on getting a whitening treatment, or you can choose a shade that perfectly matches your current teeth.
On the second visit, we will clean your teeth with special liquids to make sure the veneer has a durable bond. Bonding cement is then placed between the tooth and veneer, and a special light beam is used to harden and set the bond. Our dentist will also provide you with care instructions for the veneers. Proper brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits will help extend the durability and natural appearance of your veneers.
Benefits of Obtaining Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers offer cosmetic benefits for patients who want to improve their smile. Along with enhanced aesthetics, veneers offer a minimally invasive solution compared to cosmetic crowns. Crowns require significant reshaping so that they can sit on top of your tooth like a cap. Veneers, on the other hand, only require a thin layer of enamel to be removed. This preserves a large amount of your original tooth structure, making it the ideal choice for patients who want a less invasive solution to cover their teeth. Due to their durable nature, porcelain veneers also resist staining from food and drink. This will help maintain the bright, white appearance of your smile for longer periods of time. Schedule an appointment with your dentist today to learn more about the advantages of getting cosmetic veneers.
Talk To Your Dentist About Veneers Today
Veneers offer a durable cosmetic solution for patients who want to enhance the aesthetics of their teeth. Our team also provides cosmetic crowns and bridges for individuals who have extensive tooth decay or loss. Along with custom veneers, we also offer other oral health solutions like preventative cleanings, X-rays, fillings, dentures, and so much more. Contact our team today to schedule an appointment to see if veneers are right for you.
