Porcelain veneers are a popular cosmetic dental treatment that can transform the appearance of your teeth. They are thin shells made out of porcelain that your dentist will have custom made to fit perfectly over your teeth. Each tooth veneer will fit over the front surface of the tooth being treated creating a more aesthetically appealing tooth. Allen Dental Center offers porcelain veneers in Allen, TX to give their patients a brighter, better looking smile.
The Porcelain Veneers Process
The porcelain veneers process typically involves three main steps:
Consultation and Planning
The first step is a consultation with your dentist. They will listen to your concerns and examine your teeth to determine if porcelain veneers are the right treatment for you. They will need to take x-rays and impression of your teeth to create your custom teeth veneers.
Tooth Preparation
Once your treatment plan is in place, your dentist will prepare your teeth. This involves removing a small amount of enamel from the surface of your tooth to create room for the veneers. Because of this, dental veneers are considered a permanent dental restoration. The veneers are made in a dental lab with the impressions of your teeth.
Placement of Dental Veneers
During your last appointment, your dentist will place the porcelain veneers and bond them into place. They will check your bite, fit and color and make any necessary adjustments. The goal is to make sure they feel normal and blend in naturally with the rest of your smile. Once this step is complete, you can leave with your brand new smile.
The Benefits of Porcelain Veneers
Improved Appearance
Porcelain veneers have the power to significantly transform the appearance of your teeth. They can cover up almost any imperfection like chips, cracks, stains, and gaps. We can custom match the dental veneers to blend in with the color and shape of your natural teeth. This will give you a natural looking and attractive smile.
Durability
Porcelain veneers are very durable. With proper care, you can make them last for many years. They are resistant to most stains and are hard to discolor. You will be able to enjoy your bright, white smile for many years.
Easy Maintenance
Taking care of your porcelain veneers is easy. The most important thing is to avoid gum disease and tooth decay. To accomplish this, you should simply continue with your regular oral hygiene routine. Also, visit your dentist regularly for checkups and teeth cleanings.
Versatility
Porcelain veneers is one of the only cosmetic dentistry treatments that can address a wide range of cosmetic dental issues. Patients often use then to accomplish a “Hollywood” smile. Your dentist can create a completely symmetrical smile using teeth veneers. Other commons reasons they use them include chipped teeth, teeth with cracks, severely stained teeth, teeth with large gaps in between them, misshapen teeth, or to alter the length of teeth.
Minimally Invasive
Unlike other cosmetic dental treatments, porcelain veneers are a minimally invasive procedure. They require only a small amount of enamel to be removed from the front surface of your teeth, and there is little to no discomfort during the placement process.
Allen Dental Center can use porcelain veneers in Allen, TX to transform the appearance of your teeth. If you are interested in learning more about this cosmetic dentistry treatment, schedule a consultation with one of our expert dentists. You can reach our office at 972.640.7564 or schedule a dental appointment online on our website.