
Actual Patient With Porcelain Veneers
Are Porcelain Veneers Right for Me?
Porcelain veneers are ideal for men and women who want to improve their smiles. There are several reasons to get dental veneers. If teeth whitening treatments have proven ineffective, porcelain veneers can cover your stained teeth, creating a new beautiful smile you feel great about showing off. Cosmetic dental veneers can also address cracked teeth, chipped teeth, misaligned teeth, or gapped teeth. These concerns are usually a mix of cosmetic and functional. As seen in the below video, Mia from Katy Studios (DJ for local radio station 101.3 The Mix) discusses her experience at Rancho Dental and her beautiful new smile with porcelain veneers (dental veneers).How Do Porcelain Veneers Work?
Porcelain veneers work by covering the front-facing, visible section of your tooth (or teeth) with a thin porcelain cover. These covers protect your teeth from further damage while looking great.What Is Discussed During My Dental Consultation for Veneers?
The first step before getting dental veneers is to consult your dentist. Dr. Perry or Dr. Dan will evaluate your teeth and recommend a treatment plan. All of our consultations are complimentary and risk-free.What Is the Porcelain Veneer Process Like?
Removing Excess Enamel
Our cosmetic dentists, Dr. Perry or Dr. Dan, will shave small amounts of enamel off of the targeted teeth. This gives your dentist room to attach the porcelain veneers to your natural tooth. Shaving the existing tooth is required for proper fit and alignment. After the tooth has been shaved down, your dentist will take an impression of your bite. Dr. Perry or Dr. Dan will send this information to a specialist lab that will create custom-fitted porcelain veneers. This process can take up to a week. In the interim, he will fit you with temporary cosmetic veneers.Fitting the Final Veneers
Once your permanent veneers arrive, you will come back in for your final tooth preparation and veneer fitting. The final tooth preparation ensures that the veneer does not hold bacteria close to the tooth and allows for a close fit. The bonding process is usually simple and relatively fast. If necessary, minor adjustments can be made to the tooth or veneer to ensure optimal results. The bonding process involves using specialty dental glue to secure the veneer(s) to your teeth. Once the glue has set, your veneers are ready to go.What Is My Recovery After Dental Veneers?
Patients may experience tooth sensitivity after their tooth is shaved down. Further tooth sensitivity may occur for up to two weeks following the bonding process with the permanent veneers. In both cases, these symptoms should be temporary. If you grind your teeth at night, your dentist may recommend a mouth guard to protect your veneer.
Actual Patient With Dental Veneers