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Cosmetic Dentistry - Veneers |
What Are Veneers?
 Veneers are thin, custom-made shells crafted of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front side of teeth. Porcelain or plastic, veneers are placed over the front teeth to change color shape of the teeth. Veneers are ideal for teeth that are too small, too big, or have uneven surfaces. It is very common for people to have imperfect teeth, either oddly shaped teeth, chipped teeth, crooked teeth, teeth with small holes in them, or an inappropriate sized tooth or teeth that have an odd appearance. Veneers solve such irregularities and create a durable and pleasing smile.
Porcelain veneers can normally be done in 2-3 visits, under local anaesthetic with virtually no pain. The front of the tooth is prepared to create a good surface to adhere the veneer to, and temporary veneers are placed until the final ones are complete. A dental technician fabricates the veneers usually in a dental lab. Once the final veneers are finished they test them to ensure the patient is satisfied. Changes can be made to the shape and colour at this point, if necessary. The veneers are then permanently cemented into place, and with proper care and maintenance they can last for 20 years or more. |
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Types of Tooth Veneer Procedures |
| There are two tooth veneers procedures available that correct discoloration of the teeth by removing the brown and yellow staining. While each work effectively, there are advantages and disadvantages to each procedure dependent upon your objectives and commitment to the processes. The type of procedures available should be discussed with your dentist, and they will recommend the most appropriate tooth veneers procedure for you.
Composite Veneer Procedure
Composite (direct) veneers are usually performed in a single visit to your cosmetic dentist. The procedure is an application of a bond and composite resin directly to the tooth's surface.
Porcelain Veneer Procedure
Porcelain (indirect) veneers are a very thin porcelain material. Usually porcelain veneers require two visits and also require a dental laboratory to create the final tooth restoration piece.
Lumineer Porcelain Veneer Procedure
LUMINEERS BY CERINATE is a new type of porcelain veneer that can be made as thin as a contact lens (approximately .2mm thick). Little to no tooth reduction in most cases is necessary with this type of veneer and anesthetics or numbing shots are often not needed.
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There’s no reason to put up with gaps in your teeth or with teeth that are stained, badly shaped or crooked. Today, veneers can correct nature's mistake or the results of an injury and help you have a beautiful smile.
Talk to one of our Dentists who will recommend the most suitable type of veneers for you |
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