Want to enhance a feature of your smile? If so, then you are not alone. One of the best ways you can enhance your smile is to use dental veneers that involve attaching a thin piece of ceramic material to the front of a tooth to change the appearance. One of the reasons why so many people are choosing veneers so they can have a better smile is because veneers are incredibly versatile.
While a dental veneer can improve the overall look of a tooth, it can also close large gaps and even give crooked teeth a straight appearance. We specialize in helping people look for the best ways they can improve their smile.
Veneers offer dental patients a natural way to improve their smile, which is often preferred due to the many advancements possible by using this particular type of dental treatment. We will first take an impression of the teeth, which will allow us to perfectly match the veneers to the teeth, making for a truly natural smile.
Next, we will remove a little bit of the enamel in order to attach a temporary veneer to the tooth using a special dental glue. A return visit is necessary when the permanent veneers are ready. During this appointment, we will make sure they are able to fit the patient perfectly.
When it comes to veneer materials, dentists have a choice. Since there are pros and cons to the two main types of material used for making veneers, it is in every dental patient's best interest to understand a little bit about these materials.
Porcelain veneers
Also known as traditional veneers, porcelain veneers initially began as a brief solution to help improve the smile of those working in the entertainment industry. Porcelain veneers consist of a very thin ceramic shell that is a specific shape order to fit the front side of a tooth. This permanent solution can last for at least a period of 10 years, with the potential of lasting up to 20 years.
Composite veneers
Also known as bonded veneers, these veneers uses a composite material to cover the damaged tooth. We then polish and smooth out the veneer to create the natural look dental patients want. While composite veneers are more apt to chip or stain, unlike porcelain veneers, a trip to the dentist can make any necessary repairs. Composite veneers can easily last anywhere between five and 10 years.
If you have any questions about dental veneers, we have the answers. If you have any cracked, chipped or broken teeth, we can restore them by using dental veneers. While getting veneers put on your teeth will indeed improve your smile, they are also essential to improving the structure of the damaged tooth, which is necessary in order to save the tooth.
We invite you to give us a call at your earliest convenience with your dental veneer questions or to make an appointment for a dental treatment plan.
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