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Does your smile lack the sparkle and shine you have always desired? Dental veneers are used on teeth with uneven surfaces or teeth that are chipped, discolored, oddly shaped, unevenly spaced or crooked. Veneers are a very popular treatment in cosmetic dentistry and are used to create the much publicized Hollywood smile. They can give you a perfectly aligned, symmetrical, white smile with the translucent quality of ceramic materials providing a completely natural look. Dental Veneers Solve Most Cosmetic Issues Dental veneers are a form of cosmetic dentistry in which a shell or layer of tooth-colored porcelain is placed over the facial surfaces of your teeth to correct worn tooth enamel, uneven tooth alignment or spacing, discoloration and chips or cracks. Not only do dental veneers create a bright, white smile with beautifully aligned, shapely teeth, but they also protect the surface of damaged teeth and may eliminate the need for more extensive treatments. Other benefits of dental veneers include durability, an improved smile appearance, and the need for little-to-no removal of tooth structure compared to crowns. Regardless of what causes unattractive teeth, dental veneers may solve most or even all of your cosmetic dental issues. Dental veneers are often used to correct worn enamel. Over time, the thin, hard translucent substance covering your teeth, known as enamel, may become worn, dulled and discolored. This discoloration may be natural, or a result of a genetic predisposition. Worn enamel can also be from the result of consuming soft drinks, tea, coffee, smoking or using certain medications. As you age, your teeth naturally wear down, making them more likely to have chips, cracks or an uneven appearance. Dental veneers can solve these imperfections. The Veneer Procedure To determine if you are a candidate for dental veneers, your dentist in Santa Monica will evaluate your oral health and discuss all available treatment options. If you and your dentist decide that veneers are the best option for restoring your smile, you will review the treatment details, including preparing your teeth to how you specifically want them. During your veneers consultation it is important that you actively participate in the smile design process. By sharing your preferences for the shape, length, width and color of the veneers, you will help to ensure that your treatment will meet your expectations. Typically, at least three dental visits are needed to complete the veneers process, which involves- diagnosis and treatment planning, preparation, and bonding. To prepare your teeth for veneers, your dentist will lightly buff your teeth 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. A consultation with your Santa Monica cosmetic dentist is always necessary before you decide on the best procedure for whitening and perfecting your smile. Veneers are not for everyone, but with proper treatment and check-ups, your dentist can decide the best treatments for bringing your smile back to life
Lent Family Dental, owned and operated by Drs. Roger and Brett Lent, a father and son general and family dental practice originally established in 1973, is a leading Santa Monica dentist. Lent Family Dental strives to provide honest and personalized treatment to their patients using the best materials and technology available, such as veneers in Santa Monica.
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