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Veneers
Porcelain veneers are extremely thin casings of ceramic
that are bonded to the front of the patients tooth to create a new smile.
Porcelain veneers are placed over the front of teeth that appear too small
or large, slightly discolored, or simply are not cosmetically pleasing to
the patient. For many patients, teeth may have chipped, become discolored,
or are slightly crooked. For the majority of these patients, porcelain
veneers can prove to be the perfect solution.
When placing porcelain veneers, we pay close attention to
the patients surrounding teeth and design each veneer to complement the
overall smile. The result is a beautiful, attractive new smile.
If cared for properly, your veneers will last you a long
time. We ensure that your new veneers are constructed of the most durable
porcelain materials available.
Procedure
The procedure begins with the preparation of the tooth.
This entails removing the discolored or unsightly portion of the tooth and
meticulously shaping the tooth in preparation for the new veneer. Once we
have shaped the tooth, we will take an impression. This impression will be
sent to our lab where your new restoration will be crafted. While the new
veneers are created, we will provide you with a temporary restoration. Our
temporary restorations will resemble your natural teeth so that you can
continue with your daily life without worrying about a missing or
incompatible tooth.
During your second visit to the office, we will proceed
with the placement of your final restoration. The veneers will be fitted
comfortably into the mouth. We will make every effort to ensure that the
new tooth feels exactly like one of your natural teeth. The final step in
the process will be to bond the new veneers into your mouth, leaving you
with a beautifully restored
smile.
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