Veneers
What is a veneer?
A veneer is a thin shell of porcelain or plastic that is bonded to a tooth to improve
its color and shape. A veneer generally covers only the front and top of a tooth. Veneers
can be used to close spaces between teeth, lengthen small or misshapen teeth, or whiten
stained or dark teeth. When teeth are chipped or beginning to wear, veneers can protect
them from damage and restore their original appearance.
How do we restore teeth with veneers?
It takes two or more appointments to restore teeth with veneers. During
the first appointment, we shape and roughen the teeth. We then take
impressions of your teeth, which we use to make precise working
models of your mouth. It's on these models that we artistically craft
veneers to fit the prepared teeth.
During the second appointment, we clean and polish the prepared teeth.
Then we use an adhesive to bond the veneers to the teeth. A harmless,
high-intensity light hardens the adhesive. Once in place, veneers
virtually become part of the teeth. You can use them like you would
your own teeth, because the bond is extremely strong. The final result is
beautiful and natural looking teeth.
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