05 Nov Porcelain Veneers: Handcrafted Beauty for Stunning Smiles
Our teeth say a lot about how we care about our health and appearance. Not all of us require major cosmetic repair to have a great smile, but when stained, chipped, or malformed teeth interfere with our desired appearance, porcelain veneers provide an excellent option for a smile makeover.
A consultation with a cosmetic dentist will reveal the corrections available with porcelain veneers.
Deep stains can ruin an otherwise beautiful smile. When seeking a permanent solution, veneers can cover one or several teeth to make streaks, spots, and discolored teeth disappear.
Chipped, cracked or broken teeth do not necessarily need to be crowned depending on the severity of the repair needed. If a cosmetic correction is the primary need, porcelain veneers not only beautify the teeth but can add strength to treated teeth.
Premature gum recession is unattractive, but more importantly can be uncomfortable exposing dentition to the possibility of a zinging sensation when cold, hot, or sweet foods and beverages are consumed.
Teeth that are malformed or uneven can be transformed in a couple of dental appointments. Or unwanted gaps between teeth can appear to close.
Porcelain veneers are ultra-thin shells that are fabricated to the exact dimensions of your teeth to allow your cosmetic dentist to makeover your smile with this minimally intrusive cosmetic repair.
The veneers match the shape and color of neighboring untreated teeth making this enhancement virtually undetectable. And since veneers are made from porcelain, they are stain resistant.
To prepare teeth for affixing veneers, a small amount of enamel is removed from the front of teeth about the thickness of the veneer. The tooth is prepared by roughing the exterior’s surface which will allow the material used to cement them in place to adhere. A curing light will help expedite the process.
Caring for veneers is comparable to what you do for your natural teeth. Brushing and flossing daily plus visiting your dentist twice per year for cleaning and examination will help keep your veneers as well as your natural teeth looking their best.
One cautionary note you will hear is not to bite into hard, crunchy, or sticky foods directly with teeth treated with veneers. Although strong, if a veneer should break or become dislodged, it most often will require replacement as veneers are generally not repairable.
Call 210-616-0858 to learn more about porcelain veneers today.