Veneers
Wylie, Texas
A dental veneer is a thin, durable porcelain shell that is custom-fabricated to cover the front of a tooth. These restorations address chips, cracks, stains, gaps, and misaligned teeth.
The Procedure
The procedure involves five stages:
- Initial consultation - Discussing smile objectives
- Examination - Measurements and impressions
- Tooth preparation - Minor enamel removal
- Lab fabrication - Custom shells created
- Final bonding - Application and attachment
Considerations
Key considerations include that veneers are permanent and require tooth enamel removal. They're unsuitable for individuals with unhealthy gums, severe misalignment, or grinding habits.
Benefits
- Cover discoloration unresponsive to whitening
- Appear more natural than bonding alternatives
- Last typically from ten to 15 years with proper care
- Preserve more tooth structure compared to crowns
- Offer comparable costs to crowns
