Veneers and laminates are a quick procedure to dramatically transform your smile. They consist of a thin shell of porcelain or resin affixed to the surface of the teeth to correct many imperfections in your smile. Additionally, because veneers are bonded to your tooth structure, they actually strengthen your teeth. Unlike dental crowns, dental veneers cover only the most visible portion of the affected tooth. They are designed to look like your pristine, natural tooth.
Benefits of Veneers
Veneers provide the opportunity to change many aspects of your teeth and smile, accomplishing the effect of several other procedures. They can:
- Enhance the shape of your teeth
- Whiten your teeth as much as you want
- Close gaps between teeth
- Repair chipped or worn teeth
- Straighten the appearance of crooked teeth
At CITIDental High Street, your dentist will do a thorough examination of your teeth to determine if veneers are the best option for you. The entire process requires you to be in the chair for just two visits. During the first visit, our dentist will prep your teeth and take measurements for the lab to create your perfectly fitting resin or porcelain veneers. In the meantime, you’ll be given temporaries. In the second visit, your new veneers will be securely attached to your teeth.
Because dental veneers are very thin and generally require little or no tooth structure to be removed, they are considered one of the most conservative cosmetic dental treatments available. When the process is done right and your veneers are properly cared for, they may last a lifetime.