How Do Veneers Actually Work and What are They?
Unlike crowns, veneers are usually made from thin pieces of porcelain which will be bonded to your teeth so as to enhance the general look of your smile. The best part? The treatment could also be completed in as little as two visits and thus the veneers are individually crafted and customized to fit your smile. Basically, they appear completely natural when the treatment is finished. If you're unhappy with the design of your smile in photos, veneers will solve that problem.
How Do Veneers Work?
The American Academy of dentistry describes veneers as an analogous process to re-siding your house. Overtime the siding on your home can become weathered, damaged, and just start to look dingy and old. Replacing the siding immediately improves the general aesthetics and curb appeal of your home without having to level the house and rebuild it. Veneers are like re-siding your teeth. Your teeth are still strong but the veneers make your smile look fresh again, improving your smile’s “curb appeal”.
Veneers are a Good Cosmetic Solution
Veneers are a Good Cosmetic Solution Veneers are an honest cosmetic solution for several problems that folks have with their teeth, including:
Unhappy about how short your teeth are? Veneers can lengthen them.
Unhappy with the spacing of your teeth? Veneers can cover them.
You get the idea. Veneers can solve most cosmetic issues with your teeth!
Veneers are a cosmetic treatment and it's virtually painless. It is important to understand that traditional veneers aren't reversible. Meaning, once you opt to move forward with them, you can’t reverse course to your “old” smile. There are veneer treatments called “no-prep veneers” which can be removed, making them nearly reversible, but there are limitations to this treatment option so it’s something to debate with your dentist before getting started.
Dr. Chamberlain will discuss some options with you and offer a recommended treatment plan that matches up with the knowledge you’ve provided.
You will also get the estimated cost of the treatment to be rendered. When you're ready for the subsequent step, booking your treatment is all that is needed. Setting a day on the calendar that you want will realize your goal to get your fresh smile.
If you're considering a smile-makeover then you almost certainly have some questions. Here are a number of the commonly asked questions that we hear from patients:
How long do veneers last?
Like your real teeth, veneers are not indestructible. They are very strong though and, with proper care, veneers can last 10 or more years. Proper care includes brushing and flossing and avoiding hard or sticky foods. You will also want to undertake measures to avoid grinding your teeth or putting unnecessary wear and tear on them.
Meet Judd Chamberlain, DDS
My small town upbringing translates into how the office treats you as a patient. I have a conservative approach to dentistry and a deep respect for your control over your dental choices. What sets me apart from most general dentists is that I completed a voluntary extra year of clinical training in dental specialties after dental school. In addition, for five years, I directed a post-graduate dental educational program through the Marillac Clinic. This means that our practice offers many specialty treatments in-house, such as root canals, implants, and extractions. It also means I have a deep understanding and appreciation for the latest technology, methods, and dental materials.
Have questions about veneers or another cosmetic dentistry treatment?
Our team at Elevation Family Dental in Grand Junction is hear to answer any of your questions.
