What are the Benefits of Porcelain Veneers?
The best thing about porcelain veneers is that they look natural as they mimic the reflective quality of the enamel on real teeth. They’re very strong, durable, and last long. Moreover, porcelain veneers are stain-resistant. So, wine, coffee, and other foods and beverages that can stain teeth have no effect on them. Porcelain veneers are also easy to put on and care for.
What Does the Porcelain Veneers Procedure Involve?
The first step towards getting porcelain veneers is taking X-rays and possibly making impressions of your mouth and teeth. Your dentist will then prepare your tooth for a veneer by reshaping the tooth surface to adjust its dimensions, fit, and color. Once the porcelain veneer is ready, a special cement will be used along with a light beam to permanently attach it to your tooth. Finally, any excess cement will be removed, while checking your underbite and making necessary adjustments.
Good Planning Paves The Way
Careful planning of your veneers is vital to a successful outcome. Models, photographs, and digital x-rays allow you and us to create a perfect blueprint to direct your case from start to finish. Like all successful projects, this planning can’t be compromised. He will consider your input and incorporate your desires into your veneer case, from color to shape and a number of other factors.
The Next Steps
Once Dr. Reese and Dr. Harvey plan your case, usually two appointments leave you with a stunning new smile. At the first visit, the teeth are gently prepared to allow space for the ultra-thin porcelain to be crafted over by a master lab technician. Dr. Reese and Dr. Harvey provide all the information to a specialized lab that’s needed to create a masterpiece.
Our dentists also produce acrylic temporary restorations that mimic the veneers, worn for about three weeks. These temporaries provide a preview of the general appearance of your new smile and allow further input regarding the appearance of your upcoming smile.
Delivering The Magic
After hours of custom craftwork in the lab, you’ll return for a second appointment. Dr. Reese and Dr. Harvey will try in each veneer and evaluate the appearance and fit, giving you an opportunity to preview the new look. He will then go through several precise steps to bond the thin veneers to the outer surface of your teeth, creating an incredibly strong bond between tooth and porcelain. Minor adjustments to your bite and a final polish will leave you with a smile that may have you wondering why you waited so long to find Claremont Dental Arts!