Porcelain Veneers

Not everyone has genetics on their side to produce luminous, perfectly straight teeth. The vast majority need assistance in order to achieve this. Fortunately, advancements in the dental industry have given people options when it comes to improving the aesthetics and performance of their teeth. One of these is called porcelain veneers, which are recommended for their strength and appearance.

Dental veneers are made out of ceramic materials that mimic the look of real teeth. They are applied over the surface of the tooth to cover any imperfections or wear and tear in the tooth enamel. They are often used to smooth out any unevenness in the alignment of the teeth as well as fix any visible cracks and brighten the color of your teeth.

As a form of cosmetic dentistry, veneers create a brighter and whiter smile boosting your confidence. One of the most common materials used to create the covering is porcelain. Porcelain veneers are made by a dental ceramist in a laboratory and then attached to the teeth through resin cement by the cosmetic dentist. Veneers made out of porcelain are recommended by more dentists as they are more durable, resist stains, and natural-looking.

The veneer is different from other treatments like bonding or teeth whitening because it is effective even in extreme cases of tooth damage. Teeth whitening works for slightly discolored teeth. While whitening can work well to improve the brightness of your teeth, it can’t change the surface texture or chips in teeth. This is where veneers come in. The veneer involves the use of custom-shaped shells that alters the appearance of the treated teeth permanently. Even people with teeth that are no longer functional can still benefit from it. Aside from the aesthetic purposes of veneers, they also have an additional, more practical benefit. They have the ability to protect the surface of the damaged tooth. In fact, there are many situations where the veneer is used instead of a dental crown.

One of the main advantages of wearing dental veneers is that the teeth are not put under stress the way some methods do. The thin material of the veneers eliminates the need to heavily reshape the tooth and its durable material can withstand the normal wear and tear of everyday use.

Porcelain veneers are strong and have the ability to resist stains. At Sonoma Smiles, Dr. Sutton is extensively trained to produce quality products that match the teeth in a natural manner. There are many different kinds of porcelain veneers available. You may be a candidate for minimal preparation veneers or no-preparation veneers, like Lumineers.

To find out more about which one works best for your situation, contact Sonoma Smiles to schedule a complementary consultation. We offer free smile consultations where Dr. Sutton a licensed and experienced cosmetic dentist, will take your needs and preferences into consideration to formulate the best plan for you and create the new smile you have always dreamed of.

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