Porcelain Veneers
A professional dental labratory can create thin pieces of durable, tooth shaped porcelain that are custom made (for shape and color). These are called veneers and are bonded onto the front of teeth to create a beautiful and attractive smile.
Your teeth and smile can be completely reshaped with veneers. They are an alternative to crowns in many situations and can help in treating many dental conditions.
Veneers are not permanent and may someday need replacement, as with most dental restorations. They will last many years and are very durable, providing you a long lasting smile.
Here are some reasons patients choose porcelain veneers:
To create a uniform, white, beautiful smile
They can correct crooked or misshapen teeth
Severely discolored or stained teeth
Teeth that are too small or large
Unwanted or uneven spaces
Worn or chipped teeth
The process of getting porcelain veneers usually requires two visits. There is little or no anesthesia required during the procedure. The teeth are prepared 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 a shade (color) will then be chosen by you and the dentist.
During the second visit special liquids will be used to cleanse the teeth to help the veneers durably bond to the teeth. A bonding cement will be placed between the tooth and veneer, and a special light beam will be used to harden and set the bond.
Proper brushing, flossing and good oral hygiene along with regular dental visits will be important in preserving the life of your porcelain veneers.
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What are porcelain veneers and how can they improve my smile?
Q: What are porcelain veneers and how can they improve my smile?
A: Porcelain veneers are very thin shells of tooth-shaped porcelain that are individually crafted to cover the fronts of teeth. They are very durable and will not stain, making them a very popular solution for those seeking to restore or enhance the beauty of their smile.
Veneers may be used to restore or correct the following dental conditions:
Severely discolored or stained teeth
Unwanted or uneven spaces
Worn or chipped teeth
Slight tooth crowding
Misshapen teeth
Teeth that are too small or large
Getting veneers usually requires two visits. Veneers are created from an impression (mold) of your teeth that is then sent to a professional dental laboratory where each veneer is custom-made (for shape and color) for your individual smile.
With little or no anesthesia, teeth are prepared by lightly buffing and shaping the front surface of the teeth to allow for the small thickness of veneers. The veneers are carefully fitted and bonded onto the tooth surface with special bonding cements and occasionally a specialized light may be used to harden and set the bond.
Veneers are an excellent dental treatment that can dramatically improve your teeth and give you a natural, beautiful smile.
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