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Cosmetic dentistry technology and patient care have come a long way in recent years. Where dentist visits once revolved around filling cavities and treating gum disease, today’s dental patient is just as likely to request a complete Smile Makeover. Today, the quest for a dazzling, white smile is easier than ever to achieve. Advances in procedures and techniques make it possible for anyone to correct dental problems such as chips, unevenness and gaps. These are all common issues that can be solved with porcelain veneers. What are Porcelain Veneers? Porcelain veneers are thin, custom-created tooth covers made from durable, semi-translucent porcelain. They can be shaped and sized to correct a variety of small dental defects. They are placed on front teeth and provide a new front surface for those teeth, which can dramatically transform your smile. Porcelain absorbs and reflects light in the same way as tooth enamel and can be closely matched to your tooth shade for a very natural appearance. Only you and your dentist would know it was part of your smile. The Veneers Procedure Once your and your cosmetic dentist decide that porcelain veneers are the way to go, they can be placed in just two visits. Preparing the Teeth Your teeth are measured and photographed. A small amount of enamel is removed to create room for the veneers and then molds of the treated teeth are created from a special putty. The mold is then sent to our dental lab along with other information and the lab custom-creates your veneers from a shade of porcelain chosen to match your teeth. Depending on how long the lab takes, there is a wait of perhaps two to four weeks before the second visit. Most people do not need any temporary veneers, as so little enamel is removed. Attaching the Veneers The veneers are temporarily affixed to your teeth and tested for comfort. Your cosmetic dentist will test your bite to make sure your upper and lower teeth are meeting correctly. When you are both satisfied, the veneers are permanently bonded to the teeth using a special resin hardened by a safe lamp. You now have an evenly spaced, straight, proportionally beautiful smile. To keep your veneers healthy and attractive for many years, regular brushing and flossing and regular dental visits are generally all that is needed. Porcelain veneers are as hard-wearing as they are beautiful, lasting as long as 15 years with proper oral care. Dental porcelain comes in different quality grades and feldspathic porcelain is considered by the best cosmetic dentists to be the best type of porcelain. It offers a range of natural coloring, attractive luster and fine detail. If you would like to know more about how porcelain veneers could enhance your smile, the first step would be to arrange a personal consultation with an experienced cosmetic dentist. If you are in or near Studio City, California please email the cosmetic dental office of Smiles By Sands.
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