What Are Porcelain Veneers?
Porcelain veneers are the most versatile and effective cosmetic dentistry procedure, which is why they’re so popular.
Veneers can cover up many different types of imperfections, such as discoloration, chips, cracks, and even misalignment.
The best part? The treatment is quick and easy, but the results look completely natural. Our North Bend, OR cosmetic dentist customizes each veneer and attaches the thin porcelain shell onto the tooth needing repair.
If you’re looking to transform your smile, then veneers may be the answer.
Your Smile Makeover
Porcelain veneers can help with a variety of teeth imperfections.Porcelain veneers are the ultimate way to improve the look of teeth. They can treat several issues at once, including:
Permanent discoloration
Sometimes, teeth whitening procedures are enough to reverse staining, but whitening alone may not be enough with severe discoloration. Dental veneers can cover stains that professional bleaching can’t fix.Irregularly shaped teeth
Teeth are primarily smooth, but irregularities like craters and bulges can develop naturally or as the result of damage. Porcelain veneers can cover these irregularities and restore a tooth to its smooth, blemish-free exterior.Chips, cracks, and damage
While teeth are relatively durable, the enamel is actually quite brittle and can suffer physical damage. Sometimes, all it takes is a bad fall, an accidental blow to the head, or a crunch on a hard piece of food that leads to tooth damage. For extreme injuries, restorative techniques may be necessary, but a veneer may be the best solution for minor issues that don’t affect the whole tooth.Crooked teeth
Typically, if your teeth are misaligned, you probably want to see an orthodontist for an evaluation. But did you know that orthodontics may be excessive for slight misalignments that don’t affect function? Examples include slightly misplaced teeth or gaps between teeth which can often be fixed with porcelain veneers.How Are Veneers Placed?
This life-changing cosmetic dental service is simpler than you might think.To start, we prepare the tooth in question. Our dentist safely files down the tooth to make room for the veneer on top. While porcelain veneers are very thin, without proper preparation, a veneer placed over a tooth creates an unnatural thickness and unattractive bump.
Our North Bend cosmetic dentist then takes impressions of the tooth and surrounding area. The impressions are sent to a high-quality lab to craft your porcelain veneers.
When your veneers are ready, we adhere them to your teeth, check the fit, and shine a special light to bond your veneers securely.
The results look and feel naturally beautiful!
