Porcelain Veneers for a Beautiful Smile – Warren Dentist, Dr. Gregory Apsey
Lots of people have minor defects in their smile; they could be slightly crooked teeth, a tooth with an odd shape, or teeth that are discolored. Many times the options for repairing these defects can seem overwhelming, or may not work for some individuals. Some of our dental patients have slightly crooked smile, but as adults, they don’t want to deal with braces or aligners. These patients have another option for fixing their smile, which is porcelain veneers. Porcelain veneers can be a great option for fixing minor defects in your smile, without the time commitment of braces or aligners.
Why Choose Porcelain Veneers?
There are a variety of reasons why our Warren area patients chose veneers to correct their smile. The most common is to correct crooked teeth, without braces or aligners. Many adults don’t want to deal with braces, especially if they only need a small correction. Porcelain veneers can straighten a smile in a fraction of the time it would take with braces or aligners. Veneers are also a great option for creating a bright white smile, especially if your teeth have not responded well to traditional whitening products. Other reasons for choosing veneers are to fill gaps between teeth, to correct tooth shape, or cover a damaged tooth.
How Do Porcelain Veneers Work?
Whether they are porcelain or resin veneers, are a thin cap of material that is bonded to your natural tooth. Veneers generally only cover the front and some of the side and back of each tooth. Veneers do not provide much structural support for a tooth, so they are generally not used for extensive repairs. If you chose to use veneers to correct your smile, you can expect that your Warren dentist will first evaluate your teeth, and help you decide if veneers are the right choice for your smile. Preparing for veneers requires your teeth to be measured, and molds to be made, so that the veneers fit your teeth correctly, and give you the smile that you want. Once veneers are made, your dentist will fit them to your teeth, usually removing a small amount of your natural tooth, so that there is enough space to place the veneer, and to give the correct fit.
Long Term Care for Your Porcelain Veneers
Once your veneers have been placed, there is not much extra work for you to do to care for them. Just like your natural teeth, you should continue to floss and brush daily. This will keep your veneers looking great for many years. It’s also important to remember that while veneers are strong and can handle normal wear and tear, they are not indestructible. Things like chewing ice or candy, chewing on pens or finger nails and using your teeth to open packages, can damage your veneers, just like they can damage your natural teeth. These actions should be avoided if you want your veneers to remain beautiful for a long time. Also, maintaining an annual routine for checkups and cleanings will allow your dentist to ensure that your veneers are in good condition and are not causing you discomfort or other issues.
For More Information on Porcelain Veeners from Warren Dentist, Dr. Gregory Apsey
Veneers are a great option for fixing your teeth and giving you the beautiful smile you’ve always wanted. Dr. Apsey and the team at Smile Brightly are experts in beautiful smiles. If you’re ready for a more beautiful smile, or are just looking for a great Warren dentist, we’re here to help. To make a dental appointment at our Warren Dental Office or to learn more about our dental services, please call us today at (586) 573-7700.