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Veneers are a great option for teeth that are permanently stained, chipped, misaligned or worn. This popular cosmetic dental procedure allows the dentist to reshape teeth, close gaps and conceal cracks, stains and chips- leaving the patient with a complete smile makeover! If you have structural problems with a tooth or problems with multiple teeth, your dentist may recommend porcelain veneers to mask dental flaws and improve the appearance of your smile. Veneers are ultra-thin, translucent laminates of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front surface of teeth, altering their color, size, shape and length. Are Veneers for You? Dental veneers may solve most or even all of your cosmetic dental issues including worn enamel, wear and tear, genetics and uneven teeth. Over time, the thin, hard, white substance covering your teeth called enamel, may become worn, dulled and discolored. This wear and discoloration may be a natural occurrence, or the result of a genetic predisposition. Worn enamel can also be the result of drinking soda, tea or coffee, as well as smoking and medication use. In addition, your teeth naturally wear down as you age, which are more likely to have chips, cracks or a generally uneven appearance. Uneven teeth can also result from tooth grinding or general wear and tear. Dental veneers are appropriate for treating all of these instances, in addition to several others. Porcelain Veneers vs. Composite Resin Veneers Made from a special bonding material, composite veneers require the artistic skill of the dentist to shape and mold the composite resin to the desired shape of your tooth. Once this has been done, a special light is used to cure or set the resin. Composite bonding is a much quicker alternative to porcelain veneers, but they do not last as long and are more susceptible to staining with food and drinks. Replacement of composite veneers may be needed every couple of years. Composite tends to be an ideal solution for teeth with small chips and cracks in them or to fill a tiny gap. For more severe cases with large gaps or for a smile makeover, porcelain veneers provide the ideal solution. Porcelain veneers are a beautiful way to correct stained, chipped, or crooked teeth. By placing glass-like ceramic porcelain on the surface of teeth, dentists can provide patients with bright, straight, and natural looking smiles.
Are you a Candidate for Veneers? To determine if veneers are right for you, your dentist will schedule a preliminary consultation during which your oral health will be evaluated and the available treatment options will be discussed. If you and your dentist decide that veneers are the best option, the next step will involve a thorough review of the details of the procedure. During your consultation, you will actively participate in the smile design process because by sharing your preferences you will help to ensure that your veneer treatment will meet your expectations. It is important that your dentist understands your objectives when undergoing the veneer procedure. Visit your Eau Claire cosmetic dentist today for further assessment and treatment of your smile.
Dr. Tony Martin, dentist in Eau Claire, owns and operates Martin Dental, a small, single doctor practice focused on high quality dentistry. Dr. Martin, dentist in Eau Claire, WI, purchased the practice that had been in practice for 35 years in 2010 and staffs a hygienist, two assistants and an office manager.
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