Reliance Dental is your local dental clinic in Edmonton for creating the smile you have always wanted. Our cosmetic dentists can offer various treatment options for achieving your goals while improving your smile’s long-term health. Porcelain veneers are a popular cosmetic dentistry option in our Edmonton, AB, dental office. This treatment can address tooth damage and discoloration to enhance the look of your smile. They deliver durable, lasting, and natural-looking results that boost smile confidence.
What Are Porcelain Veneers?
Porcelain veneers are thin, custom-made shells placed on the front of the teeth. They are made of a highly durable, lasting, stain-resistant ceramic material. Porcelain veneers can improve the color, shape, and size of teeth to address cosmetic concerns and damage. They are completely customized to your smile for a seamless result.
Benefits of Porcelain Veneers: What Can They Treat?
Porcelain veneers are often the most suitable solution for a range of concerns affecting the appearance of your smile. Veneers can treat:
- Gaps between teeth
- Misshapen teeth
- Stained teeth
- Chipped teeth
- Cracked teeth
- Slightly crooked teeth
Veneers ofer many benefits, including:
Natural Look
One of the biggest advantages of porcelain veneers is that they look just like your natural teeth. Porcelain is a translucent material, reflecting light like enamel, making the veneers blend seamlessly with your teeth. Whether fixing a chipped tooth or correcting discoloration, veneers provide a beautiful, realistic result that will have you smiling confidently.
Durability
Porcelain is a strong, long-lasting material that holds up well against daily wear and tear. Not only are porcelain veneers resistant to staining and discoloration, but they can last for 10 to 15 years. With good oral hygiene, such as brushing and flossing regularly, your veneers will continue looking great for many years to come.
Stain Resistant
Veneers are stain-resistant. Porcelain is a smooth, non-porous material, which means it doesn’t easily absorb stains like natural teeth. This makes veneers a great option for people looking to brighten their smile and keep it looking white for longer.
Minimally Invasive
The process of applying veneers is less invasive than many other dental procedures, such as crowns or braces. While veneers require removing a small amount of enamel from the surface of your teeth to make room for the thin shells, this is typically a very minor procedure. In most cases, only a small portion of the tooth surface is affected, preserving as much of the natural tooth structure as possible.
Quick and Effective
If you’re looking for a fast solution to improve your smile, porcelain veneers are a great choice. The treatment typically requires just two to three visits to your dentist. For many people, this quick procedure addresses a wide range of cosmetic imperfections, giving them a brand-new smile in no time.
Boosts Confidence
When your smile is enhanced with porcelain veneers, you can feel more confident in your appearance. Whether you’re fixing chips, gaps, stains, or other issues, veneers give you a bright, uniform smile that will make you feel proud to show off. With the results being so natural and flattering, many people feel an immediate boost in self-esteem after having veneers placed.
How Are Porcelain Veneers Applied?
The steps of the porcelain veneer process include:
Consultation
The first step in getting porcelain veneers is a consultation with your dentist. During this appointment, the dental team will examine your teeth and talk to you about your smile goals to determine if veneers are a good solution. They will take note of any concerns you have, and explain how veneers can improve the appearance of your smile.
Tooth Preparation
Once you decide to move forward, the next step is preparing your teeth for the veneers. During this step, we remove a small amount of enamel from the front of your teeth. This allows the veneers to fit perfectly on your teeth without making them feel bulky. The amount of enamel removed is minimal, so it doesn’t damage the tooth underneath. Tooth preparation ensures your restoration fits comfortably.
Impressions
After we prepare your teeth, Dr. Chandy will take detailed impressions of your teeth. These impressions are used to create custom veneers that will perfectly match the size, shape, and color of your natural teeth. The impression will be sent to a specialized dental lab, where skilled technicians will craft the veneers to fit your teeth precisely and provide a natural look.
Temporary Veneers
While your custom veneers are being made, you may be given temporary veneers to wear. These temporary veneers help protect your teeth and give you a preview of what your new smile will look like. They also help you feel comfortable while the dental lab creates your custom veneers.
Bonding
Once your permanent veneers are ready, the next step is bonding them to your teeth. Your dentist will carefully place each veneer on your teeth to make sure it fits properly and looks natural. Using a special dental adhesive, they will then attach the veneers to your teeth. Then, they harden the adhesive with a curing light to ensure a strong bond that will last.
Final Adjustments
After the veneers are bonded in place, your dentist will make any final adjustments to ensure your veneers feel comfortable and align with your bite properly. They will check to ensure the fit and fine-tune the veneers for optimal comfort and appearance. Once everything is perfect, our dentist will give you a beautiful, natural-looking smile that you can enjoy for years to come.
Get a Brighter, Straighter Smile
You can get personalized care with custom porcelain veneers in Edmonton, AB. Call Dr. Chandy today at 587-840-9984. Feel free to schedule an appointment at Reliance Dental online.