DENTAL VENEERS
STEP BY STEP
WHAT ARE PORCELAIN VENEERS?
Porcelain Veneers are ultra-thin ceramic shells (thickness of a contact lens) that are bonded to the front of the teeth to change the shape, color, and size of the existing teeth.
Veneers can be made from porcelain or composite resin (dental bonding) material.
They can help correct imperfections in your smile such as discoloration, twisted, crooked, spaced, cracked, broken, or decayed teeth.
A single veneer can fix a single damaged or misaligned tooth or multiple veneers can be used to create a complete smile makeover.
DIFFERENT TYPES OF VENEERS
There are numerous veneer systems and each has its own unique characteristics. Each system has its own requirements on how your natural teeth are prepared for the veneers.
The different types of veneer material are:
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Composite resin veneers
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Porcelain veneers (Feldspathic, pressed ceramics, Zirconium)
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Lumineers (No Prep design)
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CEREC veneers
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Zirconia Veneers
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Emax Veneers
ARE YOU A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR VENEERS?
A consultation by a cosmetic dentist like Dr. Soordhar will allow him to determine if you are a good candidate for veneers. You are probably a good candidate for veneers if you are concerned with minor cosmetic imperfections in your smile and have healthy gums and teeth.
Porcelain Veneers can help with:
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Gaps between teeth
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Irregularly shaped teeth
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Short or worn down teeth
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Cracks and Chips
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Stained Teeth that do not respond to teeth whitening
PORCELAIN VENEER PROCEDURE
Initial Visit
The Smile Design Makeover appointment is completed after being selected as a good candidate for porcelain veneers. During this appointment, Dr. Soordhar, being a conscientious cosmetic dentist, will take his time to listen and discuss with the patient what their wants, needs and desires are from their veneer smile makeover. Also, models, photographs, video and xrays will also be completed at this appointment to allow Dr. Soordhar to create your new smile.
