WHAT ARE PORCELAIN VENEERS?
Veneers are thin porcelain shells that are bonded to the front of teeth to conceal a wide range of dental imperfections, such as:
- Chipped teeth
- Gapped teeth
- Misaligned or misshapen teeth
- Stained or discolored teeth
- Over or undersized teeth
A popular and effective cosmetic dentistry treatment, custom-designed porcelain veneers can boost the appearance of a single chipped tooth or remake an entire smile!
TRADITIONAL PORCELAIN VENEERS
Traditional porcelain veneers can dramatically improve the aesthetics of a patient’s smile in just two easy appointments with our cosmetic dentist. An extremely small amount of enamel must be removed before traditional veneers can be placed. This type of veneer can effectively address a wide range of dental flaws.
MINIMAL-PREP VENEERS
In contrast to traditional veneers, minimal-prep veneers require very little or no enamel to be removed. Minimal-prep veneers are best suited for lengthening undersized teeth or filling in a gap between teeth.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE VENEER PROCEDURE
Traditional porcelain veneers can typically be placed in just two trips to our convenient Goodyear location. The first appointment focuses on preparation. To ensure the veneers will comfortably fit on the front of your teeth and blend in with the rest of your smile, an extremely small layer of enamel — usually less than a millimeter — will be removed.
Next, impressions of your teeth will be made and sent to our trusted partners at the dental lab. There, your porcelain veneers will be custom-designed to perfectly match the shape, size and color of your smile. You will be provided with temporary veneers to protect your teeth until your permanent veneers are ready.
After a few short weeks, we will welcome you again for the final placement procedure. Our dentist will first remove your temporary veneers, polish your teeth and double-check that the new permanent veneers will fit properly. They will then expertly place the veneers onto your teeth and secure them in place using a bonding cement and special curing light.
UNDERSTANDING THE BENEFITS OF PORCELAIN VENEERS
Porcelain veneers offer a range of major benefits, including:
- Appearance — Since the trays are practically invisible, no one will know you’re straightening your teeth.
- Comfort — Smooth, plastic aligner trays are much more comfortable than metal brackets.
- Convenience — If you have a special event like a job interview or wedding, you can simply remove your trays.
- Faster results — The average treatment time for Invisalign is 9-18 months, while it’s 12-24 months for traditional braces.
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