Dental veneers are the ultimate solution to virtually all cosmetic dental issues. If your chipped or stained teeth are letting you down, porcelain veneers can give you a smile that you can genuinely be proud of!
What are Dental Veneers?
According to the HealthDirect, veneers are ultra-thin shells made of porcelain or tooth-coloured resins that are bonded to the front surfaces of damaged teeth. Dental veneers restore the esthetics, shape, and function of defective teeth.
Who Can Benefit from Dental Veneers?
You are a candidate for getting veneers if you have one or more crooked or broken teeth affecting your smile and appearance. Some of the cases where dental veneers are an ideal restorative option are:
- To mask permanent teeth stains that cannot be removed through professional teeth whitening
- To restore the esthetics and shape of chipped, fractured, or broken teeth
- To restore the size and shape of excessively large or small teeth
- Dental veneers are also used for esthetically closing excessive gaps between the teeth as an alternative to braces or Invisalign aligners.
- To fix mild tooth misalignment cosmetically
- Dental veneers are a commonly utilised option for performing complete smile makeovers or digital smile designs
- For complete smile makeovers
How are Dental Veneers Prepared?
The process of getting veneers is straightforward and is typically completed in 2-3 sittings.
1) Clinical Examination :
the first step in veneer fabrication is a thorough clinical examination. We will also look at the x-ray images and digital models of the damaged teeth to ascertain whether veneers are the right option for you.
2) Tooth Preparation :
at the next appointment, we will perform tooth preparation. This is a procedure in which we will remove a very thin layer of the outer enamel to create space for bonding the veneers to your teeth. Don’t worry; this will not make your teeth weak or sensitive. Next, we will make digital impressions of your teeth and send them to the laboratory for veneer fabrication, along with the information regarding the desired shade and colour of the veneers. While waiting for your veneers to arrive, we will attach temporary veneers to your teeth so your smile is unaffected.
3) Veneer Bonding :
at the final appointment, we will first try on your veneers on the prepared teeth without bonding. Then, once you and our dentists are satisfied with the fit and esthetics, we will bond them to the prepared teeth using adhesive.
That’s it. You’re now a proud owner of an attractive smile with veneers!
Looking After your Veneers
Dental veneers have the power to transform one’s smile completely. However, dental veneers can get stained over time if they are not looked after properly. Therefore, it is essential that you keep your veneers stain-free through brushing and flossing and visiting us regularly for checkups.
So, are you ready for a smile makeover? Visit us today and walk away with the dazzling smile you genuinely deserve!