Cosmetic Dentistry is our Passion at The Hills Family Dentistry
Your teeth play essential roles not just in biting and chewing, but in shaping your speech and enhancing your smile. Even minor imperfections can impact your confidence, making you reluctant to show your smile. At The Hills Family Dentistry, we can transform your smile with dental porcelain veneers.
What Are Dental Porcelain Veneers?
Veneers are thin, custom-made shells designed to cover the front surface of your teeth. These restorations address minor flaws, significantly improving your smile. While veneers can be made from composite resin, porcelain veneers are outstanding for their durability and natural look. Plus, porcelain is resistant to stains and discoloration unlike composite materials.
Uses For Porcelain Dental Veneers
Porcelain veneers are versatile and can correct a variety of cosmetic issues, including:
- Minor cracks or chips in the teeth.
- Small misalignments like slight overlaps or gaps between teeth.
- Teeth that are unusually small or have irregular shapes.
- Stains that are resistant to teeth whitening treatments, depending on their severity.
Why Get Porcelain Veneers?
Porcelain veneers provide several benefits:
- They effectively conceal minor imperfections, giving your teeth a natural and attractive look.
- Porcelain is biocompatible, causing no irritation to gum tissues.
- The material is highly resistant to stains, even more so than natural tooth enamel.
- These veneers are durable, lasting over 15 years with proper care.
- Veneers not only enhance the appearance of your teeth but also boost your self-esteem.
Restoring Your Smile
The process of getting porcelain veneers generally requires two visits. The first visit involves preparing your teeth and taking impressions with an intraoral scanner, under local anesthesia. This preparation includes lightly reshaping the enamel to ensure the veneers fit seamlessly. After preparing your teeth, we send the impressions to our dental lab, where your custom veneers are crafted. Once ready, we check the fit and appearance of the veneers before permanently bonding them to your teeth.
Porcelain veneers can effectively correct various minor flaws, greatly enhancing your smile and confidence. Contact The Hills Family Dentistry today at (760) 798-7166 for more information.
