It is not unusual for teeth to get small chips over the years or to be become discolored from food, beverages and perhaps tobacco. When this happens a cosmetic dentist can repair the damage and hide the discoloration by fitting the front of the teeth with a veneer. Porcelain veneers Near Lakeview are think porcelain shells which are permanently bonded to the teeth.
For those patients who want to improve the appearance of their teeth, porcelain veneers are ideal as they look as if they are the natural teeth and they resist further staining. The veneer is extremely thin so the speech and eating habits are not affected at all. It is only the front of the tooth that is treated; the back of the tooth is left untouched. People often are under the false impression that tooth enamel is white, it is not; it is a transparent or translucent cover over the dentin which is the interior of the tooth. The porcelain veneers Near Lakeview are also translucent so the light can still penetrate into the inner tooth layer, reflecting to create a luster akin to a natural look.
Dental veneers are but one cosmetic procedure that can be done and they are not suitable for all conditions nor are they the only cosmetic solution that the dentist has at his or her disposal. Once you have discussed your desires, the dentist can then determine if you are a good candidate for the procedure. It takes two visits to complete the process, the first visit is dedicated to preparing the teeth by trimming them slightly and impressions are made. The impressions are used in the lab to make porcelain veneers that fit the front of the tooth which was previously prepared.
Once the veneers have been made the dentist bonds them in place. The first step is to place them temporarily in the event they need a little trimming and to make sure they fit perfectly and the color is perfect. After the tooth and the veneer are cleaned properly the porcelain veneers Near Lakeview are bonded permanently. The bonding cement dries in seconds thanks to a light that shines on the teeth. Once any excess cement is cleaned off, the patient will have a smile to be proud of.
Porcelain veneers Near Lakeview are one of the many cosmetic and general dental treatments available at Chicago Dental Solutions.
