Dental veneers are tooth-colored, thin covers that can be placed directly over your teeth to correct issues such as misalignment or gaps. They also cover broken or stained teeth to improve their overall appearance.
Veneers are an excellent way to achieve a smile that is bright and healthy. However, they aren’t right for everyone. For example, those who have extensive tooth damage or a serious grinding habit might not be good candidates for veneers.
Cost
Porcelain veneers are a convenient way to improve the color, shape, size, and general appearance of your smile. They’re also popular for addressing crooked teeth, severely discolored or chipped teeth, and gaps between teeth.
To achieve the most attractive result, porcelain veneers must be custom designed. The dentist will choose a shade, width, length, and shape that complements your unique smile goals.
Unlike dental bonding, which uses tooth-colored composite resin to mask a limited number of issues, porcelain veneers are made from slivers of high-quality dental porcelain. They are durable, stain-resistant, and gum-tolerant.
The cost of porcelain veneers depends on the type of material used, the procedure required, and a number of other factors. However, the results of this treatment can last up to 15 years or more with proper care and maintenance.
Procedure
If you have discoloration, chips, or other flaws in your teeth that make you self-conscious about the way they look, porcelain veneers could be a great option for you. This simple cosmetic treatment can dramatically improve the appearance of your smile and increase your confidence.
Porcelain veneers are thin shells of dental-grade porcelain that fit over the front surface of your teeth. They are custom-made to correct a wide range of issues including gaps, cracks, stains, chips, misalignment, and more.
Veneers are made to closely resemble natural teeth, so they can be placed without compromising the health of your other teeth. This allows them to be very durable and long-lasting, often lasting for years.
Before a set of veneers can be installed, your Preva Dental provider will examine your teeth and perform some X-rays. This process helps them get accurate information that can be used to design your veneers.
Materials
Porcelain veneers are thin, tooth-colored shells that our cosmetic dentists create to mask imperfections such as chips, discoloration, or gaps. They are crafted from durable porcelain and look just like your natural teeth.
When you visit our San Antonio dental practice for a smile makeover, we often recommend veneers as an option to help you achieve your desired look. This is because they don’t require the same extensive changes that other procedures such as orthodontics or crowns would.
Veneers can improve the size, shape, color, or length of your teeth, as well as fix any alignment issues. They also can take the place of teeth whitening and bonding, giving you a more permanent solution for improving your smile.
To prepare your teeth for veneers, a small amount of enamel is removed from the front surfaces to make room for them. Then, a chemical is used to slightly etch your teeth to prevent the composite resin from sliding off. Then, impressions are taken to create the veneers.
Maintenance
Porcelain veneers are a cosmetic procedure that can completely transform the appearance of your smile. They are a perfect solution for patients with a variety of dental flaws including discoloration, chips, cracks, gaps, and misalignment issues.
Veneers are thin coverings that are bonded to the front of your teeth to hide these flaws and enhance the overall look of your smile. They are a great way to improve your smile in a shorter timeframe than more invasive treatments such as orthodontics.
They are also extremely durable and can withstand normal biting forces. However, they are not appropriate for patients who are chewers or grind their teeth as this can cause them to chip or crack.
If you choose porcelain veneers, your San Antonio dentist will recommend daily brushing and flossing as well as periodic visits to the office for cleanings and checkups. This will help your veneers last for years and keep them looking their best.