What are dental veneers?
Dental veneers are thin shells of tooth-colored material that are placed on top of your natural tooth in order to improve your smile.
How can I change my smile with dental veneers?
Dental veneers are able to correct teeth that are too small, short or uneven. They can correct malformed, misaligned, crooked or gapped teeth. Teeth that are discolored or dingy in color can be brightened with dental veneers.
What are dental veneers made of?
Dental veneers can be made of resin composite materials, porcelain, or from materials like zirconium. Different materials offer different levels of strength, durability, and natural appearance.
How long can I expect my dental veneers to last?
With proper care, dental veneers can commonly last between ten and twenty years. Avoid crunching on hard things like candy, ice, fingernails or pens and pencils. Don’t use your teeth as tools and never use them to open or tear something.
How do dental veneers stay on?
Your dental veneers are affixed with a bonding agent that is set with a special light. The bond is permanent.
Is my natural tooth damaged from the application?
Dental veneers are applied over teeth that have been specially prepared by shaping or prepping. A very small amount of natural tooth enamel is carefully shaved away to make room for the veneer so that it won’t look puffy or artificial after application.
How long will it take for me to complete dental veneer treatment?
Composite resin veneers can be created by your cosmetic dentist by hand in a single visit. Porcelain or zirconium veneers must be crafted in a dental lab over a period of time. Temporary veneers will be in place until your permanent veneers are ready for placement.
Is it hard to care for dental veneers?
Dental veneers should be treated just as your natural teeth. Brush and floss regularly, as well as continue to see your dentist for regular checkups and cleanings.
If you have further questions regarding dental veneers, contact our cosmetic dentistry dental office in Newport Beach CA today. Dental veneers may be the perfect choice for you!
