People with healthy, beautiful-looking smiles love to show them off. Unless it’s natural, they worked hard to get the teeth they have, and they have the right to flaunt it. But, for those who have problems with their teeth, such as chips, cracks or discoloration, smiling isn’t exactly all that easy to do. That’s where dental technology comes in, and one of the more popular options is to get porcelain veneers.
Porcelain veneers are made out of porcelain and are shaped to fit neatly over the front of your teeth. They are strong and the main advantage with using porcelain is that they can not only be made to fit the shape of your teeth, but also the color or shade.
This option is good for people whose teeth are discolored, chipped, decayed or misshapen. Also, those with unsightly gaps in between their teeth and those suffering from bite-related problems, as well as minor crowding can also benefit from porcelain veneers. Unfortunately, not every patient is a candidate.
Once your dentist has decided that you are a good candidate for porcelain veneers, make sure that you are part of the whole process. Tell your dentist exactly what you want to happen and what you want to correct to achieve the best results.
With porcelain veneers, very little tooth structure is lost, and the treatment rarely requires the use of anesthesia. Because porcelain is very durable, they are resistant to stains that normally would affect natural teeth.
Keep in mind that once some of the enamel has been removed, there’s no turning back. Also, the color of the porcelain can’t be corrected, and temperature sensitivity is to be expected, especially during the first few days after the procedure.
Call Tyngsboro dentist Dr. James Yankowskas for a consultation at 978-649-7773. Also, visit our website at tyngsborocosmeticdentist.com.
Dr. Yankowskas proudly accepts patients from Tyngsboro and all surrounding areas.
