Porcelain Veneers
What is a Veneer?
Dental veneers are custom-designed shells of tooth-like ceramic material that, when applied over the surface of a tooth, can cover worn tooth enamel, uneven tooth alignment or spacing and chips or cracks. Dental veneers fall into the category of cosmetic dentistry because they create a bright, white smile with beautifully aligned, shapely teeth. Even better, the translucent ceramic quality of today's veneers provides a more natural look than what’s been available in the past.
Regardless of what causes unattractive teeth, dental veneers may solve most or even all of your cosmetic dental issues, including:
- Worn enamel: Over time, the thin, hard white substance covering your teeth (enamel) may become worn, dulled, and discolored. Such wear and discoloration may be natural or the result of a genetic predisposition; however, it is often a result of your habits (soft drink, tea, or coffee consumption, smoking, medication use, etc.).
- Wear and tear: Teeth naturally wear down as people age. Aged teeth are more likely to have chips, cracks or a generally uneven appearance.
- Genetics: Certain people may be born with abnormal spacing between the teeth that grows wider as they age.
- Uneven teeth: Uneven teeth can result from tooth grinding or general wear and tear.
The Procedure: Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are custom-created for every patient. Your NOW! Dentist will take great care to ensure that they precisely fit your teeth. Also, your dentist will work with you to select the best tooth color for you from a special shade chart.
During your initial visit, your NOW! Dentist will prepare each tooth by minimally reshaping it to provide the best fit. Next, your dentist will make an impression of your teeth from which a mold of your mouth will be made. Your custom designed and shaded veneers will be created from this impression using the latest CAD/CAM computer technology.
Many dentists are willing to offer payment plans for cosmetic procedures. Be sure to ask your dentist about financing options.
Your New Smile
Once they are in place, the porcelain veneers become a part of your teeth. Patients are able to use them like their own teeth, because the bond is extremely strong. Your final result is a more beautiful, natural-looking smile.
The dental veneer procedure requires no recovery period, although some people may experience some sensitivity for a few days afterward. Following placement, your dentist will discuss proper veneer maintenance designed to maximize longevity.
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