Is your smile less than perfect in your eyes? Do you wish you could rejuvenate your smile without waiting months, even years for results? You are in luck. With dental veneers, you are able to brighten up your smile and mask imperfections. In many cases, veneers are an excellent alternative to crowns, providing a much more conservative approach to changing a tooth's color, size or shape. Gaps between your front teeth or teeth that are chipped or worn can also benefit from veneers. Definition and Uses Dental veneers are used to create bright, white smiles and beautifully aligned, shapely teeth through thin laminates. They also protect the surface of your damaged teeth and can even eliminate the need for extensive treatments later on in life. Veneers are a form of cosmetic dentistry and are placed over the facial surfaces of your teeth to correct an array of problems, including: • Worn enamel • Wear and tear • Genetics • Uneven teeth The two most common materials used to create veneers are porcelain and composite resin. Porcelain veneers are used more often and are more appropriate for severe cases involving dullness, wear, discoloration, extensive chipping, cracking, spacing or uneven teeth. Composite resin veneers are an effective and minimally invasive way to restore and correct small chips, cracks and discoloration in the teeth. Treatment Planning To determine if you are a candidate for dental veneers, your dentist in Amherst will schedule a preliminary consultation during which your oral health will be evaluated and treatment options discussed. If you are to receive veneers that require tooth preparation, it is irreversible, making it important to discuss all alternatives before deciding on veneers. If you and your dentist decide that veneers are the best option for your smile, the next step will involve a thorough review of the treatment, including the preparation of your teeth for your procedure and what is necessary for your veneers to look and fit correctly. You are encouraged to participate actively in the design of your smile during the veneers planning process. By sharing your preferences for the shape, length, width and color of your veneers you will help to ensure that your treatment will meet your specific expectations. The Process The veneer process generally takes several visits to complete the entire procedure: diagnosis and treatment planning, preparation, and bonding. To prepare your teeth for your veneers, your teeth are lightly buffed to allow for the small added thickness of the veneer. Typically, about half a millimeter of your tooth will be removed. An impression of your teeth is taken and sent to a dental lab where your veneers are custom fabricated. At your next dental visit, your dentist will attach the veneers to your teeth with a special adhesive to keep them in place permanently. During a two-week period of adjustment that follows your procedure, you may notice a slight change in the size and shape of your teeth. Veneers are not for everyone, requiring proper consultation with your dentist. Upon review and diagnosis, your Amherst dentist will assess and develop a proper treatment plan for enhancing the appearance of your smile.
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Veneers are ultra-thin shells of ceramic or composite resin material that are bonded to the front of teeth for a sparkling smile. This is an ideal procedure for improving the appearance of your front teeth in order to mask discoloration, to brighten teeth and to improve a smile. Continue reading to learn more about how veneers can cover your imperfections.
Sean Hartmen writes for premier Amherst dentist, Dr. Robert LaCarruba. A native of Long Island, New York, Dr. LaCarruba received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the State University of New York at Buffalo, School of Dental Medicine in 1996. Offering services in veneers, implants, six month braces and sedation in Amherst, Dr. LaCarruba is committed to providing quality dental care.
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