Porcelain Veneers

Teeth with minor cosmetic problems are often the reason that some people first come to our office, as these defects provide a source to them of public embarrassment. Their ability to relate to others in the public is usually improved when we deal with these minor issues.

Dental Veneers:
How They Improve My Smile And What They Are

A dental veneer is a layer or shell of porcelain that is tooth colored or a composite that is placed over your teeth’s front surface to repair or correct cracks, chips or discoloration, uneven spacing or alignment of teeth, or worn tooth enamel. Veneers can also be used to correct tooth enamel that has been worn, and they are a form of what is known as cosmetic dentistry.

Because they create shapely, beautifully aligned teeth that form a brighter, whiter smile, dental veneers fall into the cosmetic dentistry category. However, they also may eliminate the need for more expensive treatments, and they protect the surface of teeth that are damaged. The need for very little or no removal of the tooth’s structure compared to crowns, and their improvement of smiles and durability are some other worthwhile benefits.

The best gift you could give to yourself or anyone else is a confident, beautiful smile.

It is next to impossible to observe the difference between a natural tooth and a veneer, since dental veneers are sculpted individually unique for fro each patient! Since they are constructed of high-tech materials, unlike natural teeth, these custom-made veneers are resistant to cigarette smoke, as well as tea and coffee stains.

Several thin ceramic layers, which replace the tooth’s original enamel, and a layer of adhesive are the compilation of which the veneers of porcelain laminate consist. A very small amount of the original tooth enamel, less than a millimeter usually, must be removed in order to apply a veneer.

While improving the original tooth visually, and restoring the tooth function in a most accurately natural manner, this creates enough room for the porcelain veneer to comfortably fit tin the mouth. This process is relatively painless and quick, typically involving only a couple of dental visits.

It is actually quite simple to maintain porcelain veneers: By routinely flossing and brushing your teeth, you simply treat them as you would your original set, by following the typical suggestion of your dental professional to use fluoride toothpaste that is non-abrasive.

Which is Best…Teeth Whitening or Veneers?

Your personal goals for an attractive smile, and the condition of your teeth, will be the deciding factors for the answer to this question.

Professional, dental whitening can offer a beautiful, white smile for teeth that are normally discolored. Typically, the best option for a really white smile is a professional whitening, if your teeth are in good shape aesthetically and functionally.

The better option for the creation of your ideal smile may be porcelain dental veneers, if your teeth have tetracycline stains, or are discovered severely. You will be better allowed to control the contour and color of your teeth, and their aesthetics with porcelain veneers.

Call us today to schedule a consultation…it has never been easier to wake up to a smile that is beautifully white!