Often, we discuss cosmetic treatments that address a specific issue with your smile, such as teeth whitening to remove unsightly teeth stains. But did you know that we have a cosmetic treatment that can actually take on multiple esthetic concerns at once! In today’s blog, your Cerritos, CA, dentist talks about the smile makeover potential of porcelain veneers.
The Makeover Potential
With porcelain veneers, we will attach a thin cosmetic restoration to the front facing side of the tooth. Once in place, this instantly changes the overall shape and color of the tooth, which means we can address several cosmetic concerns all at once. For example, we can cover up permanent teeth stains that could otherwise resist teeth whitening. Placement could reshape malformed teeth and even repair minor cracks or chips. We could use them to lengthen worn down teeth or fill in gaps and black triangle spaces between the teeth. Our team could correct the appearance of minor misalignment, so you have a straighter-looking smile without the need for metal braces or clear aligners. For some, we could makeover the smile in just two visits!
Creating Custom Porcelain Veneers
The first visit involves preparing the tooth or teeth, and gathering the information we need to design and fabricate your new restoration. To start, we will numb the tooth being treated and then remove a thin layer of outer enamel from it. This makes room for your new veneer. Next, we will take detailed digital images and measurements, which is what we use in a lab setting to create a custom restoration. You then return home and come back to the office once the veneer is ready. When you return, we will check the fit and if needed, make some final adjustments. The last step is to attach the restoration with a powerful bonding agent, the same we use to secure bridges and crowns firmly in place for years to come.
Ensuring Your Smile Shines
We want to keep the restoration bright and also safeguard the tooth we have attached it to, which is why we recommend daily care for your smile. At home, you should brush and floss daily to control plaque buildup and keep your teeth strong and free of decay or disease. You also need to see your general dentist for checkups and cleanings every few months. These actions can help your smile shine!
If you have any questions about how we improve smiles with one or more porcelain veneers, then contact our team today to learn more.
TALK TO OUR TEAM ABOUT IMPROVING SMILE BEAUTY
To schedule a consultation for our custom and lifelike cosmetic dental restorations, then make an appointment with Cerritos Dental Surgery in California call 562-584-4082 today.
