What are dental veneers? This is a question I’m asked all the time, so I think it’s about time I sat down and wrote an article about them! Dental veneers, also known as porcelain veneers or caps, are thin pieces of porcelain that are placed on the outside of your teeth to correct imperfections in your smile. Because there are many different types of dental veneers and each one has its own special properties, it’s important to know what you’re getting into before deciding whether or not to get them put on.
What are dental veneers?
If you’re considering getting a new smile, you may have heard about dental veneers. But what are dental veneers, exactly? Simply put, dental veneers are thin shells of porcelain that are designed to cover your teeth. When bonded directly onto your tooth enamel, they can help to conceal any imperfections and improve your smile overall. Read on for more information about what they are and how they work.
What can I do if my teeth are damaged or crooked but I don’t want dentures?
If you have teeth that are damaged or crooked, but don’t want dentures, there is still hope. At Lighthouse Dentistry & Associates in Miami, FL, we offer dental veneers that are a terrific alternative to traditional methods. Here’s what you need to know about them: What Are Dental Veneers? To put it simply, dental veneers are porcelain shells that are bonded directly onto your teeth and they can give you a brand new smile in less than an hour. They cover up unsightly chips or stains as well as tooth damage from trauma like sports injuries. If your teeth are slightly crooked but look relatively healthy underneath their surfaces, we may recommend bonding them instead of getting crowns.
How long does it take to get dental veneers placed on my teeth?
If you have healthy teeth and gums, it usually takes about an hour. The first step is a consultation with your dentist or doctor, who will analyze your smile and do an X-ray of your teeth. Then you’ll choose what type of veneer you want—there are many different types available. Finally, your dentist or doctor will make a mold of your teeth out of a plastic material. After that, they’ll take impressions so they can send them to a lab to make a custom pair of veneers for you. Within two weeks, they’ll come back and get fitted onto your teeth in two appointments: one appointment to measure them and one appointment for installation. It’s that easy!
Will wearing dental veneers change the way I smile?
While most patients have questions regarding dental veneers, a common one is whether wearing them will change their smile. The short answer is no! One of the major benefits of veneers is that they’re virtually unnoticeable, so your teeth will look just as you’ve always had them. In fact, you can still show off your smile while wearing veneers with no problems! However, if you’re self-conscious about your teeth and want that boost of confidence, dental veneers are an excellent choice. Because these restorations completely cover your natural tooth structure and appear translucent (rather than white), there’s almost no way for others to notice that you’re even wearing them.
Do dental veneers cost a lot of money?
The quick answer is yes, in most cases. However, it’s also important to note that as technology gets better and techniques improve (and as more dental offices invest in premium technology), costs have come down quite a bit over time. It’s not unusual for patients today to pay anywhere from $1,000 – $2,000 per tooth when getting dental veneers done. Keep in mind, however, that there are ways you can save big bucks on your dental bill . In fact, if you shop around and ask lots of questions about financing options—and maybe even make a little noise about going somewhere else if you aren’t offered a competitive price—you may be able to get veneers for less than half of what people normally pay!
Where can I find affordable dental veneer treatment in houston
A great question and something a lot of people are interested in learning about. There are many ways you can have affordable dental veneer treatment, but first let’s take a look at what dental veneers actually are. The term veneers can be applied to many different things, including tiles or bricks (typically in architecture), but in dentistry it refers to thin porcelain coverings that fit over teeth. The process of getting them is relatively straightforward. First, an impression will be taken and sent off for lab work. Then, based on these impressions your dentist will determine if you’re a good candidate for dental veneer treatments, what size and shape they’ll need to be, and how long it will take until they’re ready.
