Dental Veneers
The dentist prepares the tooth, which may require some buffing of the enamel surface, to allow for the thickness of the veneer to sit flush on the tooth’s surface. Occasionally, a local anaesthetic is used during this part of the process.
Porcelain veneers are custom-made to fit the tooth and these are placed in position to check shape and colour. After ensuring everything is correct, the tooth is cleaned with chemicals and the veneer is cemented into place. Porcelain veneers are very durable and they look very life-like and natural, and are resistant to staining. However if they crack or chip, the whole veneer must be replaced.
Composite resin veneers are sculpted onto the tooth by your dentist and cured with light to harden each layer. When the final shape and colour is achieved, the surface is polished to give the veneer a natural look.
What can dental veneers be used for?
- Gaps between teeth
- Broken, chipped or cracked teeth
- Badly stained or coloured teeth
- Crooked or irregularly shaped teeth
- Obvious, aesthetically-displeasing fillings.
An appointment with Dapto dentist is required to check your suitability and to discuss treatment options.
While veneers are a dramatic improvement to a number of dental problems, it’s important to remember that they are not natural teeth. Small imperfections, discolourations and variations can happen to all veneers over time. In fact, it’s these small faults that can make your veneers look even more natural and give you a life-like smile.
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